Waves CLA-76 Compressor / Limiter

Unlike the smooth sound of optical control-based compressors, the CLA-76 models the ultra-fast response, and tube-like distortion, of FET control circuitry. This plugin models two CLA-76s, based on hand-picked hardware that represents the best of the many revisions that were produced.

Tight, aggressive, and with a big, bold character, the CLA-76 is a favorite of acclaimed mix engineer Chris Lord-Alge. We modeled his two most-prized hardware units, “Bluey” and “Blacky,” both perfectly maintained in his studio—so you can have their sound in your mixes.

Features:

1. Attack and release times track drum dynamics perfectly
2. Modeled preamp distortion gives that extra-aggressive edge
3. “Blacky” and “Bluey” models let you choose the ideal tonal color
4. Presets created by Grammy-winning mixer Chris Lord-Alge
5. Mix control for easy parallel compression
6. Exclusive ALL ratio mode delivers explosive compression sound
7. Super-fast attack time keeps transients under control
8. Leveling-amp design gives consistent control for vocals
9. Zero latency for both studio and live mixing
10. Trim control for quick level adjustment

Requirements:

• mac
  • cpu:Intel or Silicon Architecture
  • ram:8
  • disk:16
  • version:macOS Catalina 10.15, Big Sur 11, Monterey 12, Ventura 13, Sonoma 14
  • additional_requirements:Minimum: 1024x768
    Recommended: 1280x1024 / 1600x1024
    USB displays are not supported as the primary display.
    
• windows
  • cpu:X64 compatible Intel or AMD CPU
  • ram:8
  • disk:16
  • version:Windows 10 64 bit and Windows 11
  • additional_requirements:Minimum: 1024x768
    Recommended: 1280x1024 / 1600x1024

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