UAD Tube-Tech CL 1B

The preferred vocal compressor for pop, hip‑hop, and R&B.

Developed by Softube, the Tube-Tech CL 1B MkII plug-in for UAD hardware and UA Audio Interfaces is an update of this iconic optical compressor used by modern artists like Kanye West, Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, and more.

Featuring numerous sonic enhancements and new high-resolution graphics, the Tube-Tech CL 1B MkII plug-in has been reimagined with Softube's latest component modeling and signal processing technology, for an even deeper emulation than before — capturing this modern classic in all its tube glory:

• Track and mix with an updated emulation of a modern classic compressor, fully endorsed by Tube-Tech, Denmark.
• Enhance transients and retain dynamics with new Parallel Compression and Sidechain Low Cut controls.
• Add musical-sounding compression to vocals with the same "go-to" unit preferred by Kanye West, Rihanna, and Jennifer Lopez.
• Dial-up weight and tube character on drums, bass, acoustic guitars, and vocals.

A Modern Opto

A studio staple across a variety of genres, the Tube Tech CL 1B takes the classic warm opto compression recipe and modernizes it with selectable Fixed, Manual, or Fix/Man attack and release settings, making it useful on myriad sources. From soft and gentle massaging of a vocal to accentuating punch and snap on drums or guitars, the CL 1B's vintage/modern approach to dynamics control make it a go-to compressor for pop royalty.

Added Versatility

The new Parallel Compression control lets you easily blend in compression on a drum loop or lead vocal, while the added Low Cut Sidechain feature keeps your sources punchy by keeping greedy low end away from your compression threshold.

Stylish New Graphics

Along with the revamped sonics and added features, now you can tweak your CL 1B MkII from a new point of view with bold high-res graphics that pop — especially on 4K or Ultra HD screens.

Key Features:

• An updated emulation of a modern classic opto compressor, fully authenticated by Tube-Tech, Denmark.
• A legendary go-to vocal compressor for major pop, R&B, and hip-hop artists from Kanye to Jennifer Lopez and more.
• Added flexibility with new Sidechain Low Cut and Parallel Compression controls.
• Updated hi-res graphics for 4K and Ultra HD screens.

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