dbx® 160 Compressor / Limiter
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dbx® 160 Compressor / Limiter
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K. Fink
Astounding Virtualization!
I owned a pair of these back when they were released.
They were lost to me when my studio closed. Then I got a 160X in the late 80's still have it but I didn't have a pair for stereo.
Now this piece of software has solved that for me in so many situations! Lovin' it!
C. Jaramillo
Just like the hardware
Just like the hardware .. It leaves transients thru and the rest you can compress to taste !
C. Jaramillo
Just like the hardware ....
Just like the hardware, it leaves room for the initial transients and the rest can be compressed to taste. Love it !
E. Yeung
Unique and absolutely beautiful compressor - I love it
This is an amazing compressor plugin. It has a unique and bold sound, so it's not for everything, but I find that it sounds really good on most kick drum samples and some snare drum samples. I also sometimes use it for piano if I want the piano's attack to cut through the mix. It has a special kind of non-linearity, so you really need to experiment by turning knobs to find the sweet spot on a per-signal basis, but once you do find that sweet spot, I'm quite confident in saying that you're gonna love the sound. I think it has some kind of under-the-hood internal sidechain filter and/or and EQ curve on the output, because I find that it really accentuates the high-mids... or maybe I'm using it wrong, I don't know. But for me, I tend to leave the ratio on the default 4:1, and then tweak the threshold knob until I get about 10dB of gain reduction - that's the sweet spot for me. Sometimes I find that even lowering or raising the output gain has an effect on the sound (I don't know why that is or how it works, but it just is for me). Anyway, definitely try this plugin on electric piano, acoustic piano, kick drum and snare drum. If you don't dislike it, you will definitely love it.
M. Morgan-El
DBX 160
**Title: Elevating My Sound: DBX 160 Compressor Review**
Having recently tested the DBX 160 Compressor, I am genuinely thrilled by its performance. This powerhouse not only met but exceeded my expectations in every aspect.
The sound quality is outstanding, preserving the authenticity of my recordings with its transparent compression. From vocals to drums, it adds a professional touch that enhances the overall audio experience.
What truly impressed me was its dynamic range. It handles a wide range of input levels, allowing for both subtle compression and aggressive limiting. The control it offers over attack and release times is precise and responsive, making it perfect for various musical styles.
Beyond its performance, the DBX 160's build quality is impressive. Its intuitive controls and compact size make it a joy to use in my studio. Plus, its dual functionality as a compressor and limiter gives me the flexibility I need.
I am particularly pleased with its minimal noise floor, ensuring that every detail of my recordings shines through without unwanted artifacts.
K. Kelly
Perfectly Captured!
I have two of the real analog devices which I use on bass gtr and snare when mixing hybrid. This plug-in is soooooo close…
E. Morgan
Liking this compressor a lot!
UAD did a great job with this! Love smacking my bass and drums with it.
A. Dunaev
Excellent compressor
Very comfortable gear for vocal and guitar
E. Lacis
dbx® 160 Compressor / Limiter
Bargain for £39 ! It’s awesome!You can slam it and it still sounds musical. It’s a classic.
D. Stevens
great emulation of the original
A workhorse for any source.
洋. 片野
GOOD
be a powerful sound！
C. Kohl
Low end monster
I was shocked at how much low end was forced forward by this compressor. I can understand why so many like it on kick and bass. It’s a great compressor!
R. Rasiński
Feel the difference
Easy to use, sounds very good, uses little UAD processor power, what more could you want.
R. Mannucci
Love the dr Dre dbx!
Much better than the other versions!! Really smooth
J. Avera
Punch King
I love this. Kick Snare punch for days!
I. Hajdu
Perfect
My new favorite vocal and ac.guitar comp. Thanx UAD.
J. Fernandez
One Punch Man!
I heard a lot about this plugin so I decided to get it. It took me awhile to learn how to use it from videos and reviews. I believe I’m getting better at it. It’s on my list of plugins to try to achieve punch on a track now.
m. tery
Classic vintage
The best way to make your kick punchy.
J. Frýbert
Amazing
I love UAD compressors and the dbx 160 is definitely one of them. Great on all drum tracks including overheads.
R. Marzuolo
Compresor/Limiter
This unite works well.