WesAudio ngTubeComp - Next Generation Vari-Mu Compressor with digital commands
This meticulously crafted compressor is designed to deliver unparalleled audio quality and versatility, making it an indispensable tool for any studio setup.
For decades, vari-mu compressors have been revered for their smooth, musical compression and ability to add warmth and character to any recording. Our ngTubeComp builds on this iconic legacy, delivering an exquisite analog compression experience with the precision and convenience of modern digital recall. Whether you're working in dual mono, stereo, or mid-side mode, the ngTubeComp provides unparalleled versatility and control.
Features
• Pure Analog Design with True Vari-Mu Compression: Achieve unmatched sonic fidelity with a fully analog compressor
featuring a 26dBu headroom and authentic vari-mu tube-based compression for natural, musical dynamics and rich tonal
character
• Superior Analog Build: Crafted with 6 tubes and 4 transformers, ensuring exceptional tonal character and reliability
• Dual Output Design:
• Tube and Carnhill Transformer with an IRON PAD for warm, saturated tones
• Electronically Balanced Option for a cleaner, modern sound profile
• Tube Saturation Circuit: Add lush harmonic saturation directly from the compression path for enhanced tonal depth and
creative flexibility
• Adjustable THD Control: Sculpt your sound with customizable Total Harmonic Distortion, ranging from subtle harmonic
enhancement to bold, dynamic coloration
• Variable Attack and Release: Precisely tailor the compression behavior to suit any mix or track
• Side Chain Filters with Variable Frequency Control
Fine-tune your compression response with adjustable filters:
- High-Pass Filter (HPF): Manage low frequencies with precision to maintain clarity in the mix
- High-Shelf Boost: Enhance high frequencies for more defined and controlled dynamics
• Side Chain Listen Mode: Isolate and refine the side chain circuit while making EQ adjustments, ensuring optimal performance
• Advanced Compression Modes:
- Feedbackward Compression: The default setting in vari-mu designs for classic, natural dynamic shaping
- Feed-Forward Compression: Switch to a modern, precise compression style for enhanced control
- Limit Mode: Engage tight, controlled dynamics in either Feedbackward or Feed-Forward settings
Integrated Digital Control: Seamless DAW/live plug-in integration for effortless recall and enhanced workflow efficiency
Pure Analog Design with True Vari-Mu Compression Achieve unmatched sonic fidelity with a fully analog compressor featuring a 26dBu headroom and authentic vari-mu tube-based compression for natural, musical dynamics and rich tonal character. |
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Superior Analog Build Crafted with 6 tubes and 4 transformers, ensuring exceptional tonal character and reliability. |
3 Modes of operation Enhance your audio processing with three versatile modes designed to fit any production need: • DUAL: Operate two independent channels for distinct processing • STEREO: Process stereo tracks to enhance and balance the overall sound • MID-SIDE: Manipulate the mid and side components separately for precise spatial adjustments and stereo imaging |
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Dual Output Design 1. Tube and Carnhill Transformer with an IRON PAD for warm, saturated tones 2. Electronically Balanced Option for a cleaner, modern sound profile |
Tube Saturation Circuit Add lush harmonic saturation directly from the compression path for enhanced tonal depth and creative flexibility |
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Variable Attack and Release Precisely tailor the compression behavior to suit any mix or track |
Side Chain Filters with Variable Frequency Control: Fine-tune your compression response with adjustable filters • High-Pass Filter (HPF): Manage low frequencies with precision to maintain clarity in the mix • High-Shelf Boost: Enhance high frequencies for more defined and controlled dynamics |
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Adjustable THD Control Sculpt your sound with customizable Total Harmonic Distortion, ranging from subtle harmonic enhancement to bold, dynamic coloration |
Side Chain Listen Mode Isolate and refine the side chain circuit while making EQ adjustments, ensuring optimal performance |
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Advanced Compression Modes: • Feedbackward Compression: The default setting in vari-mu designs for classic, natural dynamic shaping • Feed-Forward Compression: Switch to a modern, precise compression style for enhanced control • Limit Mode: Engage tight, controlled dynamics in either Feedbackward or Feed-Forward settings |
Hardware A/B/C buttons to compare two independent settings Experience the simplicity of the ngTubeEQ as a pure analog signal processor. With just the press of a button, effortlessly switch between three parallel settings to enhance your audio workflow |
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Internal Presets Memory The device offers the capability to store up to 100 presets in its internal memory. This feature is perfect for users who prefer a plugin-free solution, providing convenience and reliability by allowing easy access to settings directly on the hardware |
Integrated Digital Control: Seamless DAW/live plug-in integration for effortless recall and enhanced workflow efficiency |
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Data sheet
- Condition
- New
- Type
- Vari-Mu Compressor
- Application
- Tracking, Mixing & Mastering
- Channels
- Dual Mono
- Circuit
- Tube
- Inout transformer(s)
- Carnhill
- Output transformer(s)
- Carnhill
- Format
- 19"
- Chassis
- 3 U
- Quantity
- 1