T-RackS PRECISION COMP/LI (Download)
Discreet Class-A Dynamics Processor

The Precision Comp Limiter is based on one of the legendary British compressors found in top-level studios worldwide. Originally produced in the ‘70`s as an evolution of the previous 2254 model, it quickly became a much sought after unit for many audio applications, including music recording/mixing, mastering, post-production   broadcasting. Its sonic character is not as aggressive as that of many other popular units of the same era. Even when the unit is pushed to extreme settings, the compression is fairly gentle   retains a musical quality that doesn`t "choke"   squash program material. Nevertheless, the compression effect is clearly distinguishable.
The modelling starts at the core, with the diode network used for the compression   the set of custom transformers responsible for the unique, fat   bold character; input   output transformers were so closely replicated that all of the hardware’s inherent sonic signature is in there.
It just takes a listen to appreciate the fully modelled signal path, where compressor   limiter can be engaged   excluded separately, combining gain reductions   time constants for more complex   articulate results.
The interaction between the class-A circuitry   the custom transformers used in the signal path really do make a difference in how this units affects the audio quality of the tracks it`s processing, even when no compression is applied.
As its hardware countrpart, this module is equally at home in many applications; in mixing contexts it can easily be used to fatten up single tracks   have them in a precise space   dynamic range within the mix.
The serie of controls so closely replicated has some added bonuses: the input control was not present on the hardware unit; in the T-RackS model this allows to feed more signal into the module thus producing a more pronounced compression effect. Additional flexibility is given by the standard stereo (L/R)   Mid/Side (M/S) operation.
The dual nature of the unit, featuring a separate compressor   a limiter allows for some very interesting results: the combination of the two independent sections can lead to some complex gain reductions as the compressor can impart a lighter   gentler compression, while the limiter can be set for a more audible effect.