Applied Computer Music Technologies Ltd (ACMT) have released the ACM520X1, a Linux based bus compressor – no prizes for guessing what it’s based on. The ACM520X1 is available for £45.00 however you can claim a 25% discount by entering code ED70004D at the checkout for a limited time.
The ACM520X1 is a versatile plugin inspired by one of the best-known recording console bus compressors.
Inspired by one of the best-known console bus compressors, the ACM520X1 offers a wide range of settings from gentle 2:1 compression, often regarded as the essential ‘glue’ of a cohesive mix, to more obvious punch at higher compression ratios.
In addition, a switchable side-chain highpass filter makes it ideal for bass-heavy mixes, without over compression. The ACM520X1 plug-in for Linux emulates all the desirable qualities of a professional analogue console bus compressor, taming dynamics without restricting the natural character of a mix or performance.
Presented as a virtual 500-series module with a modern stylized user-interface, the ACM520X1 provides soft-knee compression at low ratio settings, coupled with a subtle analogue style overdrive for warmth and character at high signal levels.
The plugin can be used in mono or stereo configurations, delivering professional console-grade processing, with efficient use of CPU and system resources.
More efficient use of CPU and system resources allows more plug-in instances in a typical audio workstation project.
Features include:
- Smooth controls with no ‘zipper noise’ when adjusting the plug-in settings.
- Switchable side-chain highpass filter prevents over compression of low frequencies.
- Warm analogue style overdrive when driven with high signal levels.
- Physically modelled rotary control modes.
- Resizable, modern user interface. As intuitive and easy to use as a traditional analogue console bus compressor.
The ACM520X1 is available to Linux users (VST2, VST3 and CLAP)
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