REQ: KIT Plugins BB N54

KIT Plugins and Blackbird Studio release the BB N54, inspired by Rupert Neve’s iconic late-‘60s compressor/limiter, today. Designed to capture the unmistakable low-end weight and harmonic richness of the original hardware and tailored to Blackbird Studio Owner John McBride’s personal taste, the BB N54 brings a powerful, analog-style warmth and cohesion to vocals, drums, bass, and mix buses. Whether you're looking to smooth out dynamics or add a touch of vintage analog glue, the BB N54 delivers classic, timeless sound with modern precision.

Originally designed by Rupert Neve in the late 1960s, the 2254 has become a cornerstone of classic analog sound, renowned for its signature warmth, harmonic richness, and seamless dynamic control. Its distinctive character is driven by an all-discrete Class A design, featuring a diode bridge gain reduction circuit and legendary Marinair transformers. Over the years, the 2254 has played an integral role in shaping the sound of countless iconic records.