TUBESESSOR

TUBESESSOR by Heritage Audio brings the classic optical tube compressor to your DAW, capturing the warmth and transparency of the original hardware. It delivers smooth, natural compression that preserves the character of vocals, acoustic instruments, and full mixes, while the tube saturation section—modeled on a vintage Raytheon double triode—adds anything from a subtle harmonic edge to full-on fuzz. Five side-chain filter settings (80Hz, 160Hz, 1kHz, 3kHz, 5kHz) let you shape the detector for creative groove and clarity, making it easy to unmask competing sounds. With extensive attack and release controls plus a large VU meter, TUBESESSOR is ideal for producers who want musical, transparent dynamics control with an analog soul. It suits hobbyists and pros alike working on pop, rock, hip-hop, or any genre where emotion and detail matter.