bx_opto Pedal
by Brainworx · Compressor · Optical compressor pedal
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A free, simplified stompbox-style version of bx_opto, an optical compressor for guitars, bass and other sources.
Best for: Guitars, Bass, Vocals. Genres: all genres.
Keywords: electric guitar, opto, bass, vocals, sidechain input, beginner-friendly, drums, free, minimal controls, mixing, single-band, single knob.
What it does
bx_opto Pedal is a free, simplified version of bx_opto with a guitar-pedal look.
- Density: one control combining sidechain input and makeup gain.
- Speed: changes the modelled light-dependent resistor time constant.
- Output: output trim to prevent clipping.
- Sources: made for guitars, vocals and drums; it can also act as a gain pedal.
Version 1.11.0 is free.
Source: Brainworx product page
When to use it
Pick the Pedal when you want optical-style levelling with almost no controls, especially on guitar or bass. If you need sidechain filters, a Mix control for parallel compression or more detailed metering, the full bx_opto is the next step.
Where to buy
- Plugin Alliance: $29
Tutorials and reviews
- Brainworx bx_opto and bx_opto Pedal - Walkthrough
- Plugin Comparison: Brainworx bx_opto Pedal vs. bx_opto
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