Product Description

• Vari-Mu Compressor The latest vintage vari-mu compressor from Black Rooster Audio plug-in draws inspiration from the legendary Altec 436C tube compressor
• renowned for its dynamic range and vintage warmth. Originally introduced in the 1950s
• the 436C was quickly embraced by top producers for its versatile parametrization and its highly musical output. This iconic compressor's innovative circuit and distinctive sound went on to inspire other famous compressors
• including the Fairchild and Manley vari-mu units. This iconic piece of gear has a long list of impressive credits
• such as legendary producer Geoff Emerick of Abbey Road Studios. He made use of the Altec 436C to lay the groundwork for many hugely significant recordings
• including those of The Beatles
• Herb Albert
• and Frank Sinatra. The 436C then went on to establish itself in pop music studios across the US and Europe. The OmniTec-436C plug-in flawlessly emulates the best features of this vintage compressor while modernizing them with our signature Black Rooster Audio twist; offering additional side chain filters
• a dual mono/stereo link
• limit mode and SC listen mode. With its tube-based modeling
• the OmniTec-436C has a highly musical quality that brings a mellow tone to your tracks
• without ever overpowering a mix. Instead
• it provides just the right amount of cohesion
• giving your recordings the perfect amount of "glue." The OmniTec-436C is the perfect tool to add that luscious vintage tone to your mix. Try it on vocals
• strings
• brass
• or even synthesizers
• and experience the vintage quality that stands the test of time. Features The OmniTec-436C plugin accurately emulates the circuit & characteristics of a vintage vari-mu compressor
• providing the warm and natural analog sound that engineers and musicians crave. The OmniTec-436C digital vari-mu compressor plugin comes equipped with a powerful 2-band sidechain filter
• giving you complete control over the compression behavior of your audio signal for a truly professional sound. With the OmniTec-436C digital vari-mu compressor plugin
• you can effortlessly achieve cohesive and dynamic stereo mixes with our advanced stereo linking and parallel compression capabilities
• providing unparalleled control over the stereo image and density of your sound. Inspired by the Classics This plug-in was inspired by one of the finest vintage compressors
• the Altec 346C
• and includes the Black Rooster Audio twist that we’re known for. Faithfully Modeled Vari-Mu Stage The OmniTec-436C’s vari-mu stage was faithfully modeled after its hardware counterpart
• accurately emulating its circuit and characteristics while delivering the warm and natural analog sound that you know and love. 2-Band Sidechain Filter The plug-in’s powerful sidechain filter allows you to filter the sidechain signal using high and low filters from 100Hz up to 20kHz for complete control. Additionally
• you can employ the SC Listen Mode in order to listen to the isolated sidechain signal after filtering. Stereo Linking & Parallel Compression Gain precise control over the stereo image and density of your sound with the OmniTec-436C’s advanced stereo linking and parallel compression capabilities
• and create a cohesive mix with ease. System Requirements Mac Mac OSX 10.9 or newer (M1/M2 supported) Intel Core CPU or Apple SIlicon M1/M2 Processor 1GB of RAM VST
• VST3
• AU or AAX compatible host (64bit) Display resolution of 1280x1024 pixels or more PC Windows 7 or newer SSE2 compatible processor (Intel Core CPU recommended) 1GB of RAM VST
• VST3 or AAX compatible host Display resolution of 1280x1024 pixels or more Please Note: VLA-3A is used as an example. Activation 1. Go to https://blackroosteraudio.com/en/myaccount/licensemanager or click 'Download' in your Plugin Boutique User Account. 2.  Click 'REGISTER NEW ACCOUNT' > If you already have an account
• skip to step 5. 3. Enter the required information > Click 'Register'. 4. Go to your email and locate the email from Black Rooster Audio > Click 'ACTIVATE ACCOUNT'. 5. Login to your account. 6. Enter the serial number found within your Plugin Boutique User Account in the 'eCoupon Code' section > Click 'SUBMIT CODE'. 7. Please make note of your newly received 'serial number' > Click on 'Plugin Download' under MyAccount. 8. Download the relevant installer. PC 1.  Run the .exe installer. 2. Click 'I accept the agreement' > 'Next >'. 3. Click 'Next >'. 4. Click 'Next >'. 5. Click 'Next >'. 6. Click 'Next >'. 7. Click 'Install'. 8. Click 'Finish'. 9. Open your DAW and locate VLA-3A. 10. Click the lock icon. 11. Enter your email address and the serial number received previously in your Black Rooster Audio account > Click 'Unlock Plug-In'. Your software is now activated and ready to use! Mac 1. Run the .dmg installer. 2. Click 'Continue'. 3. Click 'Continue'. 4. Click 'Continue'. 5. Click 'Agree'. 6. Click 'Continue'. 7. Click 'Install'. 8. Open your DAW and locate VLA-3A. 9. Click the lock icon. 10. Enter your email address and the serial number received previously in your Black Rooster Audio account > Click 'Unlock Plug-In'. Your software is now activated and ready to use!

Additional Information

About the Black Rooster Audio OmniTec-436C

The Black Rooster Audio OmniTec-436C represents excellent craftsmanship in the Compressor category.

Why Choose the Black Rooster Audio OmniTec-436C?

• •Authentic Black Rooster Audio craftsmanship and design
• •Versatile sound suitable for multiple musical genres
• •Professional build quality and reliable performance
• •Part of Black Rooster Audio's respected Compressor lineup

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