Hardware-Accurate Tube Compression Plug-In

Relab Development says that their 176 Compressor/ Limiter is accurately modelled from the entire audio circuit of a vintage 1960s 176-style compressor. A spokesperson told us, "Every tube, transformer, timing network, and power supply interaction is re-created using a real time circuit solver. This preserves the tone, timing, and dynamic behavior of the original hardware." Here's more details direct from the company...

Hardware-Accurate from Input to Output
The Relab 176 reproduces everything: the tone, timing, and dynamic behaviour of the hardware. Every tube stage, transformer, and timing network responds as it does in the original.

Compression That Adapts to the Music
Fixed-threshold, variable-gain design where ratio, drive, and source material interact to shape timing, curve, and harmonics.

Instant Control Over Tone and Transients
Switchable interstage transformer, asymmetry detection, and calibration trims allow quick changes to character and transient handling.

Pricing and Availability:
On offer at $149 (regular price: $199)

More information:

• Relab 176

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