Heritage Audio Successor Stereo Bus Compressor Plug-In

Heritage Audio Successor Stereo Bus Compressor Plug-in: Bring Classic Compression to Your DAW
The Heritage Audio Successor Stereo Bus Compressor Plug-in brings the legendary sound of the hardware version to your digital audio workstation (DAW). Known for its incredible performance in professional studios, this plug-in version retains the iconic diode-bridge-based, Class A British-style compression that engineers love for its smooth and musical characteristics. Whether you're working on drum tracks, mix buses, or mastering, the Successor plug-in is designed to deliver subtle to extreme compression, adding warmth and punch to your mix with ease.

Achieve Classic Compression with Modern Flexibility
The Successor plug-in is engineered for true stereo operation, making it perfect for mastering and bus compression. It offers fast attack and release times that let you achieve FET-style compression without introducing any undesirable pumping or breathing artifacts. The plug-in allows for precise control over your compression settings, offering the same tonal richness and smooth second-order harmonic distortion that you find in the hardware version. Whether you’re looking to add character to your tracks or push your mix to the limits, the Successor plug-in gives you the flexibility you need to dial in your ideal compression sound.

New Nuke Mode for Extreme Compression Effects
The Successor Stereo Bus Compressor Plug-in introduces a powerful new Nuke mode that sets it apart from other compression tools. This mode boosts the input signal by +20dB just before compression, then allows you to adjust the makeup gain over the additional +20dB for even more control. The result is an ultra-powerful, punishing compression effect that can add slam and aggression to drums or bring life to any track. Nuke mode is perfect for pushing your audio to its limits, delivering that extreme compression effect that’ll make your tracks stand out in any mix.

Blend Control for Easy Parallel Compression
Parallel compression is a common technique used to add punch to a mix without sacrificing the natural dynamics of the track. The Successor plug-in features a Blend On/Off button that allows you to easily A/B between wet (compressed) and dry (unprocessed) signals. This lets you instantly compare the effects of your compression without losing your settings. The Dry/Wet knob further enhances this feature, making parallel compression straightforward and intuitive. Whether you want a subtle enhancement or full-on compression, the blend control makes it easy to dial in the perfect mix of processed and unprocessed signals.

Versatile Sidechain Filtering for Detailed Compression Shaping
The Successor Stereo Bus Compressor Plug-in offers advanced sidechain filtering options that help shape your compression in ways not typically possible with other plug-ins. The sidechain includes highpass filters, midband peak-type filters, and high-frequency compression, which allow you to fine-tune how the compressor reacts to different elements in your mix. These controls provide the flexibility to add complexity and character to your compression, ensuring that your sound is as polished and precise as you need it to be. Whether you want to tame the low end or accentuate the highs, the Successor plug-in’s sidechain features make it easy to sculpt your sound.