Warm Audio Bus-Comp 2-channel stereo VCA bus compressor

Designed for recording and mixing stereo tracks, the BUS-COMP is Warm Audio’s take on a classic VCA bus compressor, one made famous by companies such as Solid State Logic. This is a clean, stereo compressor, one quite suited to handling the dynamics of stereo instruments. It’s also handy for stereo-buss work, imparting the sonic glue VCA compressors are known for.

The BUS-COMP takes a classic design and adds some nifty improvements, such as the ability to switch CineMag transformers in and out of the signal path at the press of a button. With this feature, you can opt for sonic transparency or colorful vibe with the touch of your finger.

The BUS-COMP also offers a selectable high-pass filter, a sidechain input, a useful bypass/engage switch for making comparisons, and a versatile I/O path. Indeed, you’ll find XLR and 1/4″ TRS terminations used in both the inputs and outputs.

Key Features

All analog, 2-channel stereo VCA compressor
Based on legendary VCA compressor technology
Selectable discrete opamp stage with CineMag USA transformers
External sidechain source select
Selectable Hi-pass Filter at 30, 60, 105, 125, and 185 Hz
Compressor engage switch for easy comparisons
Performs well on stereo mixes, drum mixes, drum overheads, acoustic guitars, keyboards, piano, orchestral instruments, voice-overs, and endless other sources
Can be used on mono as well as stereo sources
Uses THAT 2180 VCA IC
Provides both XLR and 1/4″ TRS connectivity