Combining the punch of a classic VCA compressor with the flexibility and precision of a modern plug-in, the Gems Series Comp160 Compression Emulator Plug-In Software from Overloud gives professional producers and engineers what they need to emulate one of the most classic and sought-after hardware compressors, completely in the box.
Featuring three distinct modes, with each having a unique effect on your tracks, extensive user control, and unmistakable sound modeling, both Mid-Side and Parallel compression are achieved easily with a quick click. Low-Cut filter and Sensitivity controls ensure your low end sounds as great as the rest, with your desired flavor. Designed for professional studios to emulate some of the most iconic gear ever, the Gems Series and Comp160 are right at home in highly demanding recording environments.
- Emulation of the original processor with VU-style metering and classic control layout
- Father of the VCA compressors with punchy and aggressive sound signature and rich analog character
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- Offers smoother, more versatile tone compared to VU
- Delivers richer low end and broad harmonic structure, thanks to optional transformer installed in reference model
- Features Overeasy control, enabling soft-knee compression curve
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- Newer machine, with cleaner sound and wider frequency response
- modern vibe and transparent sound
- Faster attack time useful to shape sharp transients
- Doubles the plug-in and allows processing center and the stereo images separately, with different settings
- No external complex routing
Internal adjustments
- Low-cut filter on side-chain to reduce compressor's sensitivity to low frequencies
- Amount of harmonic generation also user-controlled
Built-in parallel compression
- Helps improve overall impact of a track while leaving transients intact, by mixing dry and processed signals