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The deluxe drum treatment in a plug-in. The ultimate rhythm section compressor, Comp VCA-65 is a perfectly recreated VCA compressor with a modern twist, letting you add that iconic compressor snap behind so many hits to your own tracks. When it was released, the original DBX 165A® was a compresso... Read MoreSuggested Accessories
Description
The deluxe drum treatment in a plug-in. The ultimate rhythm section compressor, Comp VCA-65 is a perfectly recreated VCA compressor with a modern twist, letting you add that iconic compressor snap behind so many hits to your own tracks.
When it was released, the original DBX 165A® was a compressor unlike any other. Rather than the more traditional vacuum tube, it used a solid-state VCA to create its compression effect, and cutting-edge RMS dynamics detection. It also sounded great, which is the important thing! These days, it's getting harder and harder to find working originals, but their legendary sound-shaping power is still highly sought-after. Now, thanks to Arturia's advanced TAE® modelling, you can enjoy using this fabled compressor in your DAW, on as many channels as you want, and with advanced features only possible through software.
Unlike the more common DBX 160, the 165A® sported several unique features that made it a "must have" for studios looking for tight, punchy percussive sounds. Known as the "Over Easy" compressor, its auto attack-decay detection made great compression simple, its harsh peakstop limiter added a touch of vintage filth when things really hit hard, and its unique compression sound gives even extreme settings a natural feel.
If you're looking for an easy-to-use compressor with character, you'll love Comp VCA-65.
Features:
What's so special about Comp VCA-65?
Every nuance, and quirk that made the original DBX compressor so sought-after has been perfectly recreated in software. Through careful analysis and painstaking research everything from the biting "crunch" of the peakstop to the fluid "over easy" knee is here. It's just like having the original compressor in your DAW, but revamped with some powerful new abilities.
Vintage tone, modern features
As incredible as the original compressor was, music production has moved on since the 70s. Just because the technology has changed, it doesn't mean you have to leave these classics behind. When recreating this compressor, Arturia included several contemporary features with modern producers in mind. The top panel of the interface gives you access to all of the original controls. You can click to expand the plugin to and access its advanced, new features.
Push the button
Last, but certainly not least, Comp VCA-65 includes a "manual" mode for the sidechain. When this mode is engaged, you can trigger the side chain with the virtual button to see how it reacts, and automate it in your DAW so you can get total control without even needing an input audio source.
Let's do the Time Warp
Because we're working in the digital domain, it's easy to introduce a couple of milliseconds of pre-delay without you even noticing. The "Time Warp" function lets you take advantage of this, so you can get creative with your placement of the compression envelope as it engages and releases. This is a dream come true for experimental producers and sound designers!
The "S" Word
The sidechain includes an integrated SSL®-style EQ, letting you hone in on particular frequencies of the sidechain signal that activates the compressor. One easy, effective use for this is to use the EQ to boost the sibilance of a vocal, and let the sidechain act as a highly customizable de-esser.
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Product Specs
Windows Requirements | Win 10+ (64bit) 4 GB RAM 4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost) 3GB free hard disk space OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU ARM processors not supported on Windows |
Apple Requirements | Mac OS 11.0+ 4 GB RAM 4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost) or Apple Silicon CPU 3GB free hard disk space OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU |
Required configuration | Works in Standalone, VST, AAX, Audio Unit, NKS* (64-bit DAWs only). |
Work with ASC | An elegant and simple solution to help you install, activate, and update your Arturia software instruments. |
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