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Compressor

PuigChild

Waves

PuigChild is a stereo variable-mu tube compressor plugin that models the legendary Fairchild 670, one of the most sought-after compressors in audio history. It captures the sonic character of the original through detailed analog modeling including total harmonic distortion, transformer coloration, and extended release times. PuigChild delivers the pristine, musical compression sound that has defined professional audio production for decades.

Key Features

01Variable-mu tube compressor modeling based on Fairchild 670 design
026 Time Constant positions with fixed Attack and Release settings
033 Link modes: Left/Right, Linked, and Lateral/Vertical
04Analog modeling including THD, transformer characteristics, and hum (50Hz/60Hz)
05Input range -20 to 0 dB with 1dB steps
06Threshold control 0 to 10 with 0.1 step resolution
07Output gain -18dB to +18dB with 0.1dB steps
08Gain reduction meter displaying 0-20dB of reduction

Things to Try

  • 01Use Linked mode to preserve stereo image while compressing both channels together
  • 02Set Time Constant to Position 5 or 6 for automatic release based on program material
  • 03Engage Lateral/Vertical mode to separately control sum and difference channels for stereo width manipulation
  • 04Adjust Input to -14dB for unity gain (input = output) as starting point

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