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Transform Your Sound with Compressor Plugins

Meet our Compressor Plugins. Where precision meets creativity. Whether you’re looking to add warmth, punch, or dynamics to your tracks, our meticulously crafted compressor plugins are designed to elevate your mixing and mastering projects to new heights.
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FG-116 Blue Series FET Compressors

The FG-116 Blue Series authentically recreates the tone of two vintage “rev A” FET limiting amplifiers, and then offers two uniquely modernized versions of the classic FET circuit. With vintage and modern tones and clever features like hi pass detection and a parallel mix knob, the Blue series can be used all across your mixes.

Native Bus Comp

Engineered by SSL, the SSL Bus Compressor 2 plug-in is an accurate emulation of the legendary G-Series Bus Compressor, featuring the same compression characteristics and sound quality as the original unit.  It is a simple unit with a simple purpose; it makes complete mixes sound bigger, with more power, punch and drive. It brings cohesion and strength to your mix without compromising clarity.

 

FG-2a

The most legendary opto-compressor in the history of recorded music. We spent over a year modeling every peak, curve, and sonic nuance with unparalleled accuracy. Add incredible warmth & tone to your tracks within seconds. Free for All Access Pass members!

VMR 2.0 – Mix Bundle One

VMR 2.0 allows audio engineers to easily create the channel strips of their dreams using a library full of analog modeled plugins. Choose from dozens of modules including vintage modeled EQs, compressors, enhancers, filters, preamps, mixing consoles, and more. But even beyond the sound you can get with VMR 2.0, you also get the added bonus of speed and efficiency from having your entire processing chain in one convenient window. VMR 2.0 ships with the Mix Bundle One, which contains four Slate Digital processing modules: FG-401 Compressor, FG-S EQ, FG-116 FET Compressor and FG-N EQ.

Custom Opto

We modded one of the most classic vintage Opto compressors in history by adding timing & ratio controls plus 4 new tone settings so you can shape your sound to perfection in seconds.

Decide how quickly the circuit responds with Speed, and dial in just the right amount of compression with Ratio. Get all the smoothness of a Classic Opto with the controls you need to hot rod your sound.

FG-Dynamics

Get the punch and snap of one of the most legendary solid state consoles of all time. FG-Dynamics captures the iconic sound of the VCA channel dynamics section featured on countless hit albums from the 1980s right up to today. FG-Dynamics packs a powerful compressor and expander/gate into an all-in-one, easy-to-use package that will quickly become an invaluable piece of any producer’s toolkit.

FG-Stress

The FG-Stress is a digital replication of one of the industry’s most highly coveted analog compressors, the Empirical Labs Distressor. Every aspect of the Distressor has been modeled, which is no simple task due to the Distressor’s unique topology where every ratio is essentially a different compressor! Like the hardware in which it models, the FG-Stress can mimic the tone of some of the industry’s most famous compressors like punchy VCAs, fat tube compressors, and even vintage opto units.

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Compressor Plugins FAQ

A compressor plugin controls the dynamic range of an audio signal by reducing the volume of the loudest parts and boosting the quieter parts. This results in a more balanced and polished sound. Our compressor plugins, such as the FG-116 and Virtual Buss Compressors, offer precise control and emulations of classic analog compressors, ensuring your mixes have the desired warmth, punch, and clarity.

A good compressor VST should provide versatility, high-quality sound, and user-friendly controls. Slate Digital’s FG-Stress and Custom Opto are excellent choices. The FG-Stress is modeled after a legendary analog compressor, offering a range of tones from subtle to aggressive, while the Custom Opto provides smooth, transparent compression ideal for vocals and other delicate sources.

There are several types of compressor plugins, each with unique characteristics:
  1. VCA (Voltage Controlled Amplifier): Known for their precision and fast response times, like the FG-Dynamics.
  2. FET (Field Effect Transistor): Famous for their punchy sound and fast attack, such as the FG-116.
  3. Optical: Use a light element and optical cell to control gain reduction, offering smooth and musical compression, like the Custom Opto.
  4. Tube: Add warmth and harmonic distortion, often found in vintage-style compressors.

Yes, a compressor can make music sound better by evening out the dynamic range, adding punch, and enhancing the overall balance of a mix. Slate Digital’s compressor plugins, including the VMR 2.0 and FG-2A, are designed to improve the sound quality of your tracks, making them more polished and professional.

The best compressor for vocals often depends on the desired effect. For smooth and transparent vocal compression, the FG-2A is an excellent choice. If you’re looking for a more modern and versatile sound, the FG-116 series offers the punch and character needed to make vocals stand out in the mix.

Explore Plugins

Fresh Air | This dynamic high-frequency processor adds vintage exciter brilliance to your sounds without any harshness. Two knobs is all you need to impact your tracks.
Heatwave | Unleash sonic aggression with this free one-knob saturation plugin. Instantly add grit while preserving transients. Simple, effective, and powerful.
Infinity Bass | Experience streamlined low-end processing. Four sound profiles interact with responsive controls, adding depth, warmth, and subharmonics effortlessly.
Infinity EQ | Advanced parametric EQ with zero latency, a highly intuitive workflow, and unique M/S options. Includes pro presets by Mike Dean & Oak Felder.
MetaPitch | Your ultimate pitch and formant manipulation tool. Packed with features like MIDI-controllable 'Robot' Mode, FX knobs, & built-in filters for versatility.
Murda Melodies | Transforms your tracks with Murda Beatz's revolutionary multi-FX plugin, featuring 8 effects knobs for mind-bending transformations and sonic mastery.
SD-PE1 | The power of the most famous passive equalizer ever made comes to Virtual Mix Rack, featuring enhanced frequency selection and a toggleable tube stage.
Storch Filter | Scott Storch's comprehensive filter and multi-FX plugin. Legendary presets, five built-in effects, and advanced automation control included.
Repeater v1.2 | Repeater Delay offers 23 unique delay models, from classic tape to vintage digital, each crafted to add depth and character to your mixes with ease.
MetaTune | Unleash next-level tuning power. A built-in doubler, negative speeds, note stabilization, and grouping features meet an easy, automation-ready interface.
Lustrous Plates | Enjoy seven distinct models of classic plate reverbs with FUSION IR / Synthesis. Featuring professional presets for drums, guitars, vocals, and strings.
VerbSuite Classics | A complete collection of famous digital reverbs with FUSION IR that perfectly recreate the classic tones of the iconic hardware that inspired them.
VerbSuite Classics FG-224 & 224XL Expansions | Enhance your mixes with this expansion for VerbSuite Classics, featuring legendary digital reverbs for added width and depth.
VerbSuite Classics FG-3000 & FG-3500 Expansions | Enhance VerbSuite Classics with an expansion that adds 40 new reverb patches, capturing the essence of iconic studio effects for richer, dimensional sound.
KiloHearts Bundle | Explore the Kilohearts Bundle: 28 first-class plugins plus SnapHeap and Multipass for creating limitless effects and enhancing your mixes.
Hollywood | Hollywood brings vibrant tube color with deep excitement and lots of lows to your tracks. Perfectly complements vintage recordings for warmth and crisp highs.
London | London delivers big, warm lows and bold low-mids with smooth top end. Perfect for fattening tracks or adding body to tracks when in Console mode.
New York | New York offers aggressive mids and tight lows with dynamic harmonic saturation. Ideal for punchy tracks and versatile genre mixing when in Console mode.
Revival | Revival enhances any source sound with just two knobs: Shimmer for clarity and space, and Thickness for warmth and punch. Great for individual tracks and mixes.
FG-36A | A faithful recreation of modded vintage exciter units. A must-have for precise track mixing, this module adds a signature high-end sparkle to your tracks.
Gates Bundle | Gate: Classic removes background noise with traditional controls. Gate: Drums sharpens tracks using advanced transient detection.
FG-X 2 | Powered by FG-Comp and FG-Level. Four modes for limiting or saturation. Gain knob for fine-tuning. Easy & Advanced view modes.
FG-DS 902 | Transform your mix with this recreation of a very famous de-esser, featuring transparent, artifact-free sibilance control and precise frequency targeting.
E2 Deesser | Pro-grade sibilance control made easy. Just two knobs for precise, natural de-essing in seconds. Includes presets for everything from vocals to drums.
FG-Bomber | Boost your tracks and mixes with this analog-modeled Dynamic Impact Enhancer, adding depth and excitement to mixes that pops on any speaker system.
The Monster | Unleash dramatic compression with this 'all-buttons-in' style FET limiter, featuring unique controls for versatile, creative effects.
U73b | Bring the lush, warm tones of a legendary '60s German vari-mu tube limiter to your mix with authentic vintage tone and colorful compression.
FG-2A | A perfect recreation of the most famous opto compressor ever made, this module smooths out and warms up your sounds and mixes with accuracy and ease.
FG-401 | This recreation of a classic British transformer and unique opto circuit adds a shimmer and warmth to any mix it touches.
Custom Opto | Enhance your mix with this modified classic Opto compressor, featuring added timing, ratio controls, and four tone settings for perfect sound shaping.
FG-Dynamics | Capture iconic solid state punch with FG-Dynamics, offering authentic analog flavor and a streamlined workflow for perfect sound shaping.
FG-Stress | FG-Stress replicates the legendary Distressor unit, mimicking tones from punchy VCAs to vintage optos, for versatile compression in every mix.
MO-TT | The first recreation of the famous OTT preset, MO-TT instantly brightens, thickens, and enhances your tracks with Quick Set Modes and precise dynamics control.
ANA 2 | Unleash your creativity with ANA 2 Ultra Bundle. Access 1700+ presets, organic instruments, and drum machines for limitless sound design potential.
Virtual Buss Compressors | Enhance mixes with Virtual Buss Compressors, a suite of three dynamic processors modeled from classic mix buss compressors for a distinct, professional touch.
Virtual Tape Machines | Recreate the warm, rich sound of analog recording, with options like tape type and speed to infuse your digital tracks with classic tape warmth.
FG-A | This vintage equalizer offers classic proportional Q curves and fat saturation. Ideal for sweetening any track with coveted discrete EQ tones.
FG-S | Bring the famous '80s British console sound to your tracks with the FG-S, a digital EQ perfect for everything from surgical cuts to broad enhancements.
FG-N | Experience the lush, fat tones of a classic '70s British equalizer with this digital recreation, enhanced with dual mid bands for added versatility.
AirEQ Premium | The ultimate EQ. Loaded with unique sonic characteristics and complementary tonal shaping parameters, it's perfect for mixing and mastering any genre.
Trimmer | Optimize your signal in VMR with Trimmer, offering level monitoring, trim control, and phase reverse for precise audio shaping.
Transient Shaper | Refine your mix with Transient Shaper, an advanced sound sculptor featuring unique 'Focus' sliders for targeted frequency processing and intuitive tone shaping.
TH-U Slate Edition | TH-U Slate Edition delivers over 100 precisely-modeled amps, cabs and pedals that help you design your dream guitar tone.
FG-116 FET | Blend iconic vintage and modern FET tones with unique circuit models, high-pass detection, and integrated parallel mixing for dynamic compression.
FG-116 FET | Blend iconic vintage and modern FET tones with unique circuit models, high-pass detection, and integrated parallel mixing for dynamic compression.
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