BritStrip
by Heritage Audio · Channel Strip · 73-style EQ and diode-bridge compressor strip
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The software version of Heritage Audio's BritStrip hardware: a 73-style inductor EQ with high-pass filter and a diode-bridge compressor with a blend control.
A second version adds a modelled 73-style preamp for the full channel path.
Best for: Vocals, Drums, Guitars, Bass, Acoustic Instruments. Genres: Rock & Indie, Pop, R&B & Soul.
Keywords: diode-bridge, hardware emulation, built-in mix knob, British console, drums, vocals, warm, 70s, bass, bus processing, electric guitar, mixing, musical, parallel processing, sidechain input, vintage.
What it does
BritStrip combines "an expanded 73 style equalizer and the famous diode bridge compressor" from Heritage Audio's Successor bus compressor, modelled on the company's own rackmount BritStrip.
- EQ: inductor-based 73-style EQ with a Class-A high-pass filter, a sweepable mid band and shelves that can switch to bell mode.
- Compressor: diode-bridge design with ratios from 1.5:1 to 10:1, a side-chain high-pass filter and a Blend control for parallel compression.
- Routing and versions: EQ before or after compression; a standard version and one with the modelled 73-style preamp.
A DSP version is available for Heritage's i73 PRO interfaces.
Source: Heritage Audio product page
When to use it
A straightforward Neve-flavoured strip with a punchier, more characterful compressor than most 1073 emulations. Good on vocals, drums and guitars where you want warmth and glue in one plugin; free if you own the hardware or an i73 PRO interface.
What producers say
- MusicTech (2021) scored the hardware BritStrip 9/10, praising the warm, musical EQ and the blend control on the compressor.
Where to buy
- Plugin Boutique: $74.25 (regular $99)
- Heritage Audio: $112.41 (Listed at €99; converted at €1 = $1.1355 (ECB rate, 29 Sep 2026))
Tutorials and reviews
- heritage audio britstrip review (In the DAW)
- Heritage Audio - Introducing....BritStrip Console Channel Strip (Native)
- Heritage Audio's Britstrip Gives You THAT Vintage British Vibe!
- Heritage Audio Britstrip plugin - more analog gear turned plugin
- A Closer Look: BritStrip channel strip with diode bridge compressor
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