VCA Compressor

The legendary hardware used to model the VCA Compressor is recognized for its unique and highly acclaimed character. Much of its reputation is due to its famous hard-knee compression curve and the harmonic content it adds in the gain stages.

The distinctive vintage character and unique features such as RMS level detection and forward gain reduction have been retained, while a host of modern mixing and production features have been added to the VCA Compressor. This combination delivers bright, dynamic sound, along with superior Softube sound quality and improved workflow.

Expertly designed, built on a legacy

For two decades, it has been emulating professional audio equipment. With partnerships with premium brands such as Tube-Tech, Solid State Logic, Chandler Limited and Marshall Amplification, there is a strong track record of accurately recreating analog standards in software form.

The VCA Compressor builds on this legacy, offering nothing less than the same classic character as the original hardware, superior sound quality and additional modern features.

Modern features

The VCA Compressor offers the signature dynamic analog sound loved by many, plus DAW-friendly attributes and expanded parameters. The added Sidechain section (with punch, filter and external gain), Dry/Wet and Drive provide the possibility to add more harmonic content. With Stereo Link, you can switch between Stereo Linked mode, with linked gain reduction for the Left and Right channels, and unlinked Dual Mono for independent gain reduction for the Left and Right channels.

The High Frequency Make-up function allows you to compensate for the slight loss of higher frequencies when compressing sound sources. It’s ideal for getting a more dynamic drum snare sound, but it’s also great for adding texture, shine and attack to guitars, as well as providing cohesion and weight to bass sounds

Features

• An authentic emulation of an essential compressor and its characteristic agile sound.
• Ideal for easily adding warmth, weight and punch to your bass, guitars and vocals, for aggressive, agile snare drums or expanded room channels.
• Modern features were added, such as Drive, a sidechain section, Stereo Link, a high-frequency make-up function, and Dry/Wet.
• Console 1 ready
• Included in Icons: The Compressor Collection