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The 1176 Classic Limiter Plug-in Collection from Universal Audio provides three distinct 1176 revisions, representing over 40 years of design iterations to the original 1176. The Rev A "Bluestripe" represents the original Putnam FET limiter design, complete with its higher distortion and unique FET gain amplifier characteristics. The Rev E "Blackface" covers the early '70s Brad Plunkett "LN" (Low Noise) era, with variations including a more linear compression response, transistor gain amplification and a change to the program dependence. Exclusive plug-in only features lend modern workflows to this classic processor collection. Get quick parallel processing on bass and kick drums with Dry/Wet mix controls, or use the custom Sidechain Filter to tame low-frequency pumping. Plus, enhanced graphics with improved VU metering bring iconic FET compression into a new age. The 1176AE provides UA’s rare 1176 40th Anniversary Edition, complete with exclusive mods, including its lower 2:1 compression ratio.

Classic Compression, Quickly

Using an 1176 is a study in simplicity. Input simultaneously sets compression threshold and the level of the signal entering the 1176; Output sets the final signal level. Attack sets the time it takes the 1176 to respond to incoming signal, while Release sets the time it takes the 1176 to return to its initial level. The VU meter displays the amount of gain reduction (GR) or output level (+4/+8). The four Ratio buttons determine the degree of gain reduction—lower ratios for compression, higher ratios for limiting. Disengaging all Ratio buttons disables compression, while continuing to pass signal through the 1176 circuitry, adding unmistakable color. At the request of users, "Multi-Button" combinations possible with the hardware are now attainable in the plug-in—including the famous “All Button” sound. Exclusive plug-in only features lend modern workflows to this classic processor collection. Get quick parallel processing on bass and kick drums with Dry/Wet mix controls, or use the custom Sidechain Filter to tame low-frequency pumping. Plus, enhanced graphics with improved VU metering bring iconic FET compression into a new age.

Universal Audio 1176 Classic Limiter Collection - UADx and UAD-2 Plug-Ins (Mac/Windows)
Universal Audio 1176 Classic Limiter Collection - UADx and UAD-2 Plug-Ins (Mac/Windows)

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  • Track and mix with painstaking emulations of the legendary 1176, the most popular compressor ever made
  • Choose from three famous versions: Rev A, Rev E and AE—each with their own sonic attributes
  • Harness the entire electronic path of the 1176 for colorful input/output distortion
  • Access “All-Button” or “No Ratio” modes for colorful overdriven textures
  • Expanded controls for Headroom, Mix, and custom Sidechain Filter for reduced LF pumping
  • Mix with presets from legendary 1176 users, such as Andy Johns, Andrew Scheps, Ed Cherney and Joe Chiccarelli

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UAD Spark and Native UAD System Requirements
  • Mac: macOS 10.15 Catalina, 11 Big Sur, 12 Monterey or 13 Ventura
  • Windows: 10 or 11 (64-bit editions)
  • Processor: Intel, AMD or Apple silicon
  • Internet connection to download software and authorize native UAD plug-ins
  • Free iLok account with iLok Cloud or iLok USB (2nd generation or higher)
  • Free UA Connect application for managing native UAD plug-ins
UAD Hardware System Requirements (for Non-Native Plug-ins)
  • Compatible Apollo or UAD-2 hardware
  • Windows: 10 or 11 (64-bit editions)
  • macOS: 10.15 Catalina, 11 Big Sur, 12 Monterey or 13 Ventura
  • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
  • Compatible plug-in DAW host software
  • 10GB available storage

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