The Vintage Compressor Vari-MU Limiter by IK Multimediais a dynamic processor plug-in based on the classic Fairchild 670 Compressor/Limiter. This particular compressor is highly regarded in the history of mixing and mastering for its musical character. The software emulation is the result of an extensive analysis of the original hardware, with every feature and function recreated in the software version.

The processor consists of two separate and independent limiters that can be operated in the standard left and right or vertical and lateral components of a stereo mix via a decoding Mid/Side matrix. It features very fast attack times that make it suitable for use as a peak limiter while also having a wide enough range of release times for extreme limiting applications without pumping.

The plug-in is primarily used on a stereo bus for mixing and mastering, but it can also be applied to drum submixes and vocals to add presence, tube-emulated harmonic timbres, and cohere individual tracks and the overall mix together.

The user interface for the software offers a switch for setting Left/Right, Lat/Vertical, or Linked operation with adjustable DC Thresholds for the Left-Lat and Right-Vert components. Each side features a knob for controlling the time constant, the input gain, and the threshold. A simulated vintage VU meter provides visual feedback with selectable views of In, Out, and GR. Reset and On/Off switches allow you to compare the effects of the processor, and an output knob allows you to control the overall output level of the processor.

The plug-in is fully compatible with native 32- and 64-bit applications on both Mac OS X (Universal Binary) and Windows (XP/Vista/7/8) computers. It supports VST, RTAS, AAX, and Audio Units plug-in formats. It can also be used with the T-RackS CS standalone application (sold separately).

Modeled Fairchild 670 Compressor/Limiter    For Mixing and Mastering Applications    Two Separate Independent Limiters    Effective as a Peak Limiter    Stereo or Vertical/Lateral Processing    Supports 192 kHz Sample Rates    Full-Latency Compensation Support    32- and 64-bit Native Compatibility    On/Off and Reset Switches    Mac and Windows Compatibility

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I bought this product and works well as a microphone with iPhone. However till I unplug it the iPhone speaker is disabled so can’t hear playback. Anyway around this?

A: When any output device is connected to iOS, the built-in speaker is disabled. This is similar to when headphones are connected to your iOS device. Unfortunately, this is not not behavior which can be altered at this time, but we do hope Apple changes this in the future.

Q: 2. Ask the following questions: a) How or with what type of cable do I connect it to the PC and if once connected the PC recognizes it as an audio interface? b) Has anyone used it in Linux?

A: The IK Multimedia iRig Pro Duo comes with a USB cable to connect it directly to a PC. You can go to your Settings----Sound menu in your computer while the interface is turned on, to make sure the Irig Pro Duo is selected as the audio input/output source for your computer. No one to my knowledge has yet confirmed compatibility with Linux and IK Multimedia has not confirmed compatibility with Linux.

Q: 3. Will Filmic Pro recognize the mic in iPhone / Android?

A: Yes. Once a microphone is connected to iPhone, the audio is then from the external mic.

Q: 4. Will this work with my iPhone 11 with otter box

A: As long as it does not exceed the measurements of 3.5 to 5.5", yes, it will fit.

Q: 5. What power adapter would I get for this unit?

A: This can be powered via bus power or by using the iRig PSU 3A external power supply. Unfortunately we do not carry the PSU.

Q: 6. I have a Galaxy Samsung 6. I have a Galaxy Samsung 6 phone Will this cable work?

A: No, the 30-pin connection is meant for older iOS devices like the iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, or iPad 2. The Samsung Galaxy S6 would use a Micro USB connection. To connect a digital iRig to a device with this connection you would need a Micro-USB to Micro-USB (OTG) cable or a Micro-USB to Mini-DIN connection. https://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/?A=micro-usb-to-mini-din-cable https://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/?A=micro-usb-otg-to-micro-usb-cable

Q: 7. Can it connect an ipod classic 160 to a fiio Q1mii successfully?

A: This cable is designed for IK Multimedia products. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee success with the Fiio Q1mii.

Q: 8. Is this Keyboard compatible with the lastest Apple Ipad (9.7 Early 2018) ?

A: While the latest iPad will be compatible here. There is some specific information on the specifications page for this device pertaining to this latest iPad. Check this out at the link below. This pertains to an issue that IK Multimedia and Apple are working hand-in-hand to address.a href= http://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/irigkeysio/index.php?pp=irig-keys-io-specs target= _blank http://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/irigkeysio/index.php?pp=irig-keys-io-specs/a

Q: 9. The specs say "Digital Audio I/O: None", but does the device not sent digital audio through the usb or lightning connector?

A: The IK Multimedia iRig Pro Duo I/O 2-Channel Audio/MIDI Interface does send digital audio output to a compatible device when using the Mini-DIN output connector and any of the included cables which are Mini-DIN to Lightning, Mini-DIN to USB Type-C, or the Mini-DIN to USB Type-A .

Q: 10. Does this also work on android 6? (with patch) and with an lgv10? Thank you

A: Yes, this will work with Android 6. The LG V10 looks to be Android 5.1.1 originally, updated to 6, and has USB OTG so it should work.