BSS DPR-402
by Waves · Compressor · Compressor / de-esser
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Emulation of the BSS DPR-402 dual-channel compressor, limiter and de-esser.
Best for: Vocals, Drums, Bass. Genres: all genres.
Keywords: drums, vocals, bass, hardware emulation, mid/side, mixing, single-band, wide.
What it does
Models the BSS DPR-402 dual-channel compressor, limiter and de-esser, known for explosive drum sounds in rock, dance and hip-hop.
- Modes: compression, de-essing (wide or HF-only) and 20:1 peak limiting.
- Jumpers: 11 settings that change how the compressor responds to frequency.
- Added: input gain, mix, modelled noise and mid/side.
When to use it
A punchy, colourful dynamics tool for drums and vocals with a built-in de-esser. It is more of a special-purpose tool than the general compressors in the rated list, such as CLA-76 or Pro-C 3. Best for rock, dance and hip-hop drums.
Where to buy
- Best Service: $32.91
- Plugin Boutique: $34.99 (regular $149)
- PluginFox: $34.99
- AudioDeluxe: $34.99 (regular $149)
- Waves: see store
Tutorials and reviews
- Waves BSS DPR-402 Compressor Limiter. A SECRET Weapon on the Drum Buss & in mixing and mastering?
- Review - The BSS DPR-402 By Waves
- 4 Ways to Use the Waves BSS DPR-402 Compressor Plugin
- Introducing the BSS DPR-402 Compressor / Limiter / De-Esser Plugin
- Waves DPR-402 - Procesador de Dinámica
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