The best compressor.

[boobytrap]

Hello reason users,

Please help me to find out which one is the most compleat and must need compressor RE.
Your cooperation will be much appreciated !

Still i don't have any of these. But i like C1- L1

[normen]

To me compressors are somewhat like microphones, theres the right application for almost all of them. VERY hard to say which one would be "the best" - I try at least three different ones on each signal and I often end up with unexpected choices.

[Kenni]

I agree with normen here. I see you have FRG-4RE in the list, but for me, all 3 McDSP compressors are nice, but have different applications. Ie. one is better for bus compressing drums and so on.

[Jagwah]

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[motuscott]

WBL Non Scientific Visual Compressor can really pump the purple end of the spectrum. The WBL 5515 is another flavor altogether.

[normen]

Muhah.. Kinda funny cause Skinhead of Conner hated compressors.. Her engineers had to do everything with fader automation, she put a big sign saying "NO FUCKING COMPRESSORS" on their mixing desk ^^

[Jagwah]

Muhah.. Kinda funny cause Skinhead of Conner hated compressors.. Her engineers had to do everything with fader automation, she put a big sign saying "NO FUCKING COMPRESSORS" on their mixing desk ^^

Ha! Had no idea. The song still fits the FET whether she likes it or not

[esselfortium]

Skinhead of Conner

Is this autocorrect or did something happen

[hamu]

Skinhead of Conner

Is this autocorrect or did something happen

My interpretation was "incorrect on purpose"

[normen]

Skinhead of Conner

Is this autocorrect or did something happen

Dunno, ask her ^^

[dvdrtldg]

Muhah.. Kinda funny cause Skinhead of Conner hated compressors.. Her engineers had to do everything with fader automation, she put a big sign saying "NO FUCKING COMPRESSORS" on their mixing desk ^^

God that woman is annoying

[gak]

Oops, got kicked out.

I like the first 3.

[Yonatan]

Just that you can´t use Softube FET on every channel you want without CPU going crazy. But as an allround it´s good as it has filter and Dry/Wet knob, so it´s great on a drum- or vocalbus.

[pLansford]

Different compressors for different things but I'd go with that Softube FET if I had to choose one from your list.

[Theo.M]

off that list i would pick 2 - the softube fet for everyday duties and drum bus and the dcam bus comp for the master channel as it sounds just great on it - the reason i recommend it over the included bus comp is the wet/dry which can be very important depending on the mix. It's an early version of the glue which is my favourite bus comp of all time.

[Benedict]

Compression and the various ways it can be used are probably about the most complex thing to fully understand in Mixing. That said I would suggest holding off buying any compressors till you have fully got your head around one. The included M-Class is a good all-rounder and so long as you won't actually die (I mean really die) with the slightly slow attack then spend a long time understanding and solving all your problems with that. Then you are far better equipped to choose the right RE for your needs.

[freeQlow]

Best compressor for what and why.... should be the question.

Would love to hear from the rack addicts

[boobytrap]

thank you everyone for your support. I just bought C1-L1. Actually I really don't need a compressor at this moment. But I like C1-L1 russian voltmeter design,old, military and dirty. and so many functions. (So many Knobs)Not like any of other..it makes me feel better. No matter which way I use. I waited too long time for comp RE with transfer curve display. Because I'm not a professional. But I realize that will never happen. Wait is over. Thanks again for your kindly attention. All of you !

[JesusChristIsLord]

Muhah.. Kinda funny cause Skinhead of Conner hated compressors.. Her engineers had to do everything with fader automation, she put a big sign saying "NO FUCKING COMPRESSORS" on their mixing desk ^^

God that woman is annoying

This song by Sinead is one of the best ever written.

[Theo.M]

thank you everyone for your support. I just bought C1-L1. Actually I really don't need a compressor at this moment. But I like C1-L1 russian voltmeter design,old, military and dirty. and so many functions. (So many Knobs)Not like any of other..it makes me feel better. No matter which way I use. I waited too long time for comp RE with transfer curve display. Because I'm not a professional. But I realize that will never happen. Wait is over. Thanks again for your kindly attention. All of you !

lol why thanks when you voted against the significantly highest vote? I DO however hope you are happy with your purchase...

cl-l1 hasn't made it into a single project here since i first bought it on a red rock sale over a year ago. I have an extensively difficult time getting it to sound right on any source so gave up on it. let us know how it goes.

[challism]

I love C1-L1, but it can be a little CPU hungry. I also love all the McDSP compressors, and they don't seem to use much CPU at all. They were a real bargain on sale at $49USD. I own both DCAMs, but I never (hardly ever) use them, they are also pretty CPU hungry. Haven't tried FET or the others in the list.

[boobytrap]

lol why thanks when you voted against the significantly highest vote? I DO however hope you are happy with your purchase...

cl-l1 hasn't made it into a single project here since i first bought it on a red rock sale over a year ago. I have an extensively difficult time getting it to sound right on any source so gave up on it. let us know how it goes.

5 votes good enough to me, like i said i'm not a professional. i know Softube is the best in every ways. but i hate to bring this up, i waited almost 2 years for transfer curve Graphic based modern type Comp. (which like GQ-7 EQ with fully visual details).i always looking Hi-End GUI Re. which make me feel better first when i see it. secondly My ears..
the most important thing is all of your thoughts, VOTEs and feedback. it's better than compressor. thanks again !

[Theo.M]

lol why thanks when you voted against the significantly highest vote? I DO however hope you are happy with your purchase...

cl-l1 hasn't made it into a single project here since i first bought it on a red rock sale over a year ago. I have an extensively difficult time getting it to sound right on any source so gave up on it. let us know how it goes.

5 votes good enough to me, like i said i'm not a professional. i know Softube is the best in every ways. but i hate to bring this up, i waited almost 2 years for transfer curve Graphic based modern type Comp. (which like GQ-7 EQ with fully visual details).i always looking Hi-End GUI Re. which make me feel better first when i see it. secondly My ears..
the most important thing is all of your thoughts, VOTEs and feedback. it's better than compressor. thanks again !

How does a visual graph help you more than a gain reduction meter? I presume you mean a graph like the fabfilter pro C? Ironically, that is their worst plugin by far - it's a very average sounding plugin.. Point is, looks often means nothing.

[Marco Raaphorst]

the RE-2A is my favorite. it's the best software compressor I ever used. and the Mastering Buss Compressor on the SSL is super too (I leave it on almost all the time).

[Dante]

Mc DSP C670 - great on vocals... But not on the vote list ?