Vintage Compressors offer faithful emulations of three iconic compressors that have shaped the sound of countless recordings. Developed by NI and Softube, these plugins capture the distinctive character and warmth of the original hardware units, providing producers and engineers with authentic vintage compression tones.

Among the collection, the VC 2A stands out as a digital recreation of a famed electro-optical tube compressor and limiter. Its unique medium-to-slow auto-release behavior adds smooth presence and punch, making it an excellent choice for enhancing drums, vocals, or the entire stereo mix. This compressor imparts a natural dynamic control that enriches the audio without compromising its integrity.

In addition to faithfully reproducing vintage sounds, these compressors include modern enhancements such as sidechain inputs and dry controls for parallel compression. These features allow for more creative flexibility and precise dynamic shaping, making Vintage Compressors a valuable tool for achieving classic compression effects with contemporary workflow advantages.