Compressors & Dynamics
This category contains compressors and dynamic processors for controlling volume and dynamics in audio material. The tools include classic compressors, limiters, and expanders as well as creative dynamic effects. They are aimed at producers and sound engineers who want to optimize sound flow and establish sonic balances. This category is distinct from other signal processors such as equalizers and distortion effects, which modify different sound parameters.
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A suite of six mixing and mastering plug-ins providing transparent and precise audio processing tools for professional sound production
Circuit-accurate analog-modeled VST3 plugins for Windows and macOS simulating compressors, EQs, tape, delays and more
Developer of free analog hardware-inspired plugins for Windows and macOS DAWs distributed via Patreon
Vocal compressor plugin for macOS and Windows offering easy and effective vocal processing
Simplifies audio automation by collapsing multiple parameter controls into a single lane for expressive EQ, volume, pan, and width changes
Classic 8-channel drum machine inspired by the 808, free in-browser tool for creating punchy rhythms with full control
Advanced gate plugin for dynamic control with separate EQ on open/closed signals, lookahead, and flexible sidechain options
Comprehensive collection of 19 vintage-style audio processors for core mixing tasks with analog character and low CPU usage
Musikalischer Mixing-EQ und Vorverstärkersimulation mit parametrischen Bändern, harmonischer Verzerrung sowie Röhren- und Transformator-Sättigung
Digital emulation of the classic Solid State Logic 4000 E mixing console channel strip with authentic analog sound and advanced modeling
A modern dual-channel variable-mu tube compressor plugin emulating the classic 670 hardware with added saturation and spatialization controls
Multi-effect plugin for vocals delivering radio-ready rock vocal sound in collaboration with mixer Chris Lord-Alge
Plugin for smooth and natural tube compression and limiting emulating classic hardware
Plugin offering superfast FET compression with the legendary tone of the classic '60s Class A limiting amplifier
A free, minimalistic audio clipper plugin for transparent or creative peak shaping, useful especially on drums, by Kilohearts
Modulares Hardware- und Softwaresystem zur intuitiven Steuerung des Mixings mit klassischen Konsolenklängen und direkter DAW-Integration
Subscription service granting access to 200+ professional plugins and ownership of 3 per year for use on up to 3 machines
Free and simple clipper plugin by Yum Audio with soft and hard morphing clipping for Windows and macOS
Plugin channel strip modeled on David Bendeth’s personal compressor and EQ delivering his signature punch and energy for rock mixes
Integrated professional audio post production environment within DaVinci Resolve for recording, editing, mixing, and mastering audio and dialogue for film and video projects
Free compressor plugin designed for effortless characterful compression
An audio compression plugin designed for precise dynamic control in music production
A mastering-grade audio compressor plug-in offering precise transient control and three-dimensional sound depth with adjustable harmonic saturation
Aggressive compressor plugin for massive drum sounds with tone shaping and mix control to blend dry and effected signal
elektronisches Limiter-Plugin für transparentes Mastering, mit erweiterten Limiting-Modi und umfassender Pegel- und Lautheitsmessung
Software emulation of the EL8 Distressor hardware compressor for versatile, tonally rich dynamic processing in music production
Complete set of professional FabFilter audio plug-ins for mixing, mastering, and creative sound design
Free Windows VST plugin simulating tape dynamics for subtle compression and saturation on synths, guitars, drums, and mixes
Free transient shaper plugin with M/S processing, clipping to 0dB, and mix/output volume controls for shaping transients
An improved free clipper plugin with detailed waveform display and output metering for mixing and mastering
Free VST wave-shaping signal clipper plugin controlling peak levels with adjustable hard or soft knee clipping and oversampling option
Single-band compressor audio effect with visual feedback running free in the browser as part of Audiotool's online studio
Drum MIDI pack featuring grooves and fills inspired by four decades of pop and rock, performed by Darby Todd for EZdrummer and Superior Drummer
Envelope sequencer effect plugin for creating complex rhythmic modulation patterns and dynamic level shaping
A free soft clipper plugin with real-time scope, ceiling control, and integrated LUFS metering for Windows and macOS
A comprehensive collection of 37 vintage-style analog audio plug-ins for recording, mixing, and mastering with authentic analog warmth
Professional multiband clipper plugin with eight clipping modes, multiband and mid-side processing for mastering and mixing
Sidechain plugin by Nicky Romero for fast, easy volume ducking of bass with kick drums to enhance mix clarity and groove
Universal soft clipper plugin offering precise and high-fidelity audio clipping with interactive visual threshold control
Software compressor plugin for guitar and bass producing classic pedal compression effects with multiple styles in VST/AU/AAX formats
Adaptive limiter plugin for mastering to finalize mixes by controlling loudness peaks
Multi-band expander and gate plug-in to clean, denoise, and rescue audio recordings with detailed dynamic control across major DAWs
Collection of six vintage-inspired studio effects plugins updated for modern DAW compatibility and optimized performance
Simple plugin to add deep, controlled thump to kick drums without sidechaining or manual sub layering
Virtual analog synthesizer with multilayer architecture offering deep sound design and built-in mixing and effects
A plugin that integrates compression and distortion to enhance loudness and character of sounds with an easy-to-use interface
A bundle of five professional audio mixing and mastering plug-ins designed to improve sound quality efficiently
Dynamic equalizer plugin combining analog-quality sound with flexible dynamic processing for surgical and creative audio equalization