Softube

This is the officially endorsed Softube Tube-Tech CL 1B, and in this video I’m using the Mk II version because Softube improved the modeling and added extra functionality. I like it because it can be very transparent on vocals, but it’ll also go aggressive fast if you push the ratio and timing.

Pros

+Mk II modeling update with extra functionality
+Great vocal leveling that can stay transparent
+Built-in parallel mix makes New York-style compression easy

Cons

-Super-fast attack/release settings can introduce fizzy distortion
-Fixed/Manual behavior can be confusing to understand at first

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See the CL 1B Magic on Vocals

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Highlights

+Mk II modeling update with extra functionality
+Great vocal leveling that can stay transparent
+Built-in parallel mix makes New York-style compression easy

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