Overloud Comp LA is the revolutionary simulation of two legendary optical compressors into a single plug-in. The 2A version is tube-based and delivers a warmer, harmonically rich tone. The 3A version is solid-state based and has a faster attack, cleaner tone.
Key Features:
- Hyper-realistic simulation: Faithful reproduction of the opto-attenuator and dual stage release curve.
- Built-in Mid-Side Processing: Separately compress the Mono (Mid) and Stereo (side) elements of the track.
- Built-in Parallel Compression: Enable parallel compression without using external bus or MS matrix.
- Harmonic Control: Control the amount of generated harmonics and monitor its amount through the meter.
- LF Sensitivity (R37) Control: Adjust the low-frequency sensitivity.
- User-selectable Ultra Oversampling Mode: Enhance audio quality with oversampling.
- Low CPU Usage: More than 500 instances on a MacBook Pro Retina.
- Multilevel Undo-Redo: Easily revert and redo changes.
- A/B Comparison: Compare different settings quickly.
- Scribble Strips: Take notes anywhere on the plugin panel.
- Meter Calibration: Calibrate the VU meters at 4 different sensitivities.
Beyond the Original Hardware: Comp LA extends the features of the original hardware, combining the flexibility of the digital world with the sound character of analog processing.
Two Models in One Plugin: Select the 2A (Tube) mode for a harmonically richer tone, or the 3A (Solid State) mode for a faster attack time and a more transparent tone.
Opto Attenuator and Dual Stage Release: The photo-cell coupled with an opto-attenuator is faithfully reproduced in Comp LA, providing a natural dual-stage release with the following characteristics:
- 70 ms for the first half of the release
- 500 ms to 5000 ms for the second half of the release (depends on first stage reduction)
System Requirements
Comp LA is available as AudioUnit, VST, VST3, AAX32 (ProTools 10.3.5 and above), AAX64 (ProTools 11 and 12) plugins, as well as a standalone application. Both 32bit and 64bit are natively supported. Authorization can be done on up to three computers and one USB stick.
Operating System:
- Windows: Core i3 1.4GHz with 4Gb of RAM, 1280×800 video, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10
- Mac: Intel Core i3 1.4GHz with 4Gb of RAM, 1280×800 video, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard and above
Hardware:
- CPU: Core i3 1.4GHz
- Memory: 4GB of RAM
- Storage: N/A
Compatible with various plugin formats and tested for stable performance.
