Vintage Compressors
by Native Instruments · Compressor · Classic compressor emulations
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Set of three compressors (VC 76, VC 2A and VC 160) modeled on classic studio hardware.
Best for: Vocals, Drums, Bass. Genres: all genres.
Keywords: classic, hardware emulation, bass, vocals, drums, FET, opto, VCA, vintage, electric guitar, kick, mixing, parallel processing, punchy, sidechain input, single-band, smooth, pads, subtle.
What it does
Vintage Compressors is a set of three compressors made with Softube, modelled on classic hardware.
- VC 76: fast FET compressor with a punchy, clear top end, for drums, vocals and stereo limiting.
- VC 2A: optical compressor with a smooth character, for vocals, bass, pads and guitar.
- VC 160: VCA compressor with added attack and subtle drive, for kick and bass.
- Also: side-chain input and a dry control for parallel compression.
Source: Native Instruments product page
When to use it
This is a three-in-one bundle covering FET, optical and VCA styles. It is the NI counterpart to rated single-model plugins such as the Universal Audio 1176 and LA-2A collections or Waves CLA-76 and CLA-2A. It suits engineers who want all three tones from a single purchase.
- Genres: pop, rock, hip-hop and electronic.
Where to buy
- Native Instruments: $49
Tutorials and reviews
- VINTAGE COMPRESSORS
- VINTAGE COMPRESSORS Overview
- VINTAGE COMPRESSORS: Sidechain & Ducking FX
- Native Instruments VC Series for Mixing & Mastering
- NI Vintage Compressors Preview
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