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Compressor

Compressor+

Bitwig

Where to get itIncluded with Bitwig Studio. It is part of that DAW, not a separate download.bitwig.com

Compressor+ is a versatile dynamic range processor that reimagines compression through multiband analysis, three gain reduction modes (Standard, Beyond, and Dual), and six character presets (Vanilla, Smooth, Over, Glue, Resist, and Smash). Its distinctive approach includes real-time visualization of per-band gain reduction, VCA color options for tonal shaping of the compressed signal only, and comprehensive sidechain capabilities for surgical control over compression behavior.

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Key Features

01Three gain reduction modes: Standard, Beyond (over/under-compression), and Dual
02Six character styles: Vanilla, Smooth, Over, Glue, Resist, and Smash
03Multiband analysis with four frequency bands (Lows, Lo-Mids, Hi-Mids, Highs)
04Per-band Intensity Offset and Timing Offset controls
05Four VCA Color modes: Clear, Prism, Transistor, and Saturate
06Real-time compression curve visualization with band contribution display
07Sidechain input with dedicated FX slot for analysis preprocessing
08Stereo Independence with three distribution modes: Flat, Low, and Air

Things to Try

  • 01Use Glue character with Auto Timing on mix bus for quick release and good transient preservation
  • 02Apply Transistor VCA Color with Input Gain boost for consistent analog feel with low-end emphasis
  • 03Enable Learn Make-up Gain function to automatically match output level to input over 15 seconds of processing
  • 04Adjust individual band Intensity Offset values in Expanded Device View to tailor compression curve response per frequency band
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