REQ: Avid Pro Compressor
Shape sounds. Enhance tracks. And breathe new life into your mixes with Pro Compressor, a high-quality AAX plug-in that delivers exceptional sound quality and DSP efficiency. Based on the Avid Channel Strip plug-in, which emulates the coveted dynamics characteristics of the renowned Avid System 5 console, Pro Compressor goes even further.
This incredibly flexible compressor gives you five compression modes, powerful sidechain targeting, and even parallel signal blending. Unique SMART compression mode automatically morphs signals between compression modes—so you can quickly optimize the compression for mono and multichannel material. And AAX DSP optimization lets you handle monster-sized Pro Tools | HDX mixes with ease.
Pro Compressor is included with the Pro Tools | HD All Access Bundle and requires an Annual Upgrade and Support Plan for Pro Tools | HD to access and use.
FEATURES
Four advanced compression detectors, plus a unique SMART mode
Average detector levels sounds by calculating the average loudness, Peak detector optimizes sounds based on a set threshold, Fast peak detector smooths transient-heavy tracks (such as drums) using faster attack and release times, and RMS detector improves tracks with this great “all around” enhancer/optimizer—SMART mode (default) breathes life into tracks fast, compressing tracks without distortion or pumping
Q with side-chain control
Target offending frequencies with ease to set up a de-esser, plosive remover, and more
Mix
Blend the compressed sound with the unprocessed input for more creative sound design, making parallel compression easier than ever
PPM metering
Get a more precise and responsive read on highly transient audio material
Solo
Isolate just the gain reduction part of your audio material, get a better understanding of what’s being compressed, and adjust settings accordingly
Front/rear linking mode
Work with surround sound material more easily and link channels for more consistent level management
This incredibly flexible compressor gives you five compression modes, powerful sidechain targeting, and even parallel signal blending. Unique SMART compression mode automatically morphs signals between compression modes—so you can quickly optimize the compression for mono and multichannel material. And AAX DSP optimization lets you handle monster-sized Pro Tools | HDX mixes with ease.
Pro Compressor is included with the Pro Tools | HD All Access Bundle and requires an Annual Upgrade and Support Plan for Pro Tools | HD to access and use.
FEATURES
Four advanced compression detectors, plus a unique SMART mode
Average detector levels sounds by calculating the average loudness, Peak detector optimizes sounds based on a set threshold, Fast peak detector smooths transient-heavy tracks (such as drums) using faster attack and release times, and RMS detector improves tracks with this great “all around” enhancer/optimizer—SMART mode (default) breathes life into tracks fast, compressing tracks without distortion or pumping
Q with side-chain control
Target offending frequencies with ease to set up a de-esser, plosive remover, and more
Mix
Blend the compressed sound with the unprocessed input for more creative sound design, making parallel compression easier than ever
PPM metering
Get a more precise and responsive read on highly transient audio material
Solo
Isolate just the gain reduction part of your audio material, get a better understanding of what’s being compressed, and adjust settings accordingly
Front/rear linking mode
Work with surround sound material more easily and link channels for more consistent level management