Hornet Plugins have released Hornet H160, available for €21.99.
The H160 is an analog compressor plugin that brings the power and precision of legendary analog compression into the digital realm, enhanced with cutting-edge features for today’s producers and engineers.
Modeled after one of the most iconic analog compressors in audio history, the H160 delivers that unmistakable punch and control over dynamics. Whether you’re shaping drums, bass, or any percussive element, the H160 captures the bold, tight sound that made its analog counterpart a studio staple.
With intuitive threshold, ratio, and output gain controls, the H160 makes dialing in your compression settings easy. The hard knee compression curve provides precise control, ideal for adding presence to any instrument while maintaining natural dynamics.
The H160 analog compressor plugin includes input and output trim controls, allowing you to fine-tune your signal levels before and after compression. This flexibility helps you manage gain staging and drive the analog emulation to your desired saturation level, ensuring the best possible sound quality.
For fast, hands-off control, the Auto Input Trim adjusts your signal to an optimal level, saving time while maintaining the ideal gain. With the Auto Gain Reduction (GR) Target feature, you can set the exact amount of gain reduction you want, and the plugin will automatically adjust the threshold to hit that target.
The built-in Dry/Wet control lets you effortlessly blend the compressed signal with the original, making parallel compression straightforward. Achieve the perfect balance between punch and dynamic range without needing complex routing setups.
To ensure the highest audio quality, H160 offers automatic oversampling that adjusts to your project’s sample rate. You can also choose between fixed oversampling rates—2x, 4x, or 8x—to match your needs and minimize aliasing and distortion.
The H160 analog compressor plugin doesn’t just compress; it recreates the warmth and texture of analog hardware. With a dedicated Analog Saturation control and optional hiss emulation, you can add authentic vintage color to your tracks for that unmistakable analog feel.
The Auto Make-Up Gain feature automatically compensates for any volume lost during compression, ensuring that your signal remains consistent without manual adjustments. This allows you to focus on shaping the dynamics without worrying about output levels.
With its perfect blend of vintage character and modern functionality, the H160 is the go-to compressor for achieving professional results in any mix.
Features include:
- Classic Hard Knee Compression
- Threshold, Ratio, and Output Gain Controls
- Input and Output Trim
- Auto Input Trim
- Auto Gain Reduction (GR) Target
- Dry/Wet Control
- Automatic and Manual Oversampling (2x, 4x, 8x)
- Analog Saturation and Hiss Control
- Auto Make-Up Gain
- Full Plugin Bypass
- Load and save buttons for managing presets
- Freely resizable interface
- Available in both light and dark themes
Hornet H160 is available to PC and Mac users (VST3, AU and AAX).
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