UNIVERSAL AUDIO UAD UA 1176 Classic FET Compressor

Plug-in compressor - emulation of the legendary 1176 Classic FET

• Official emulation of the UA 1176 classic FET compressor
• Ultra-fast compression with adjustable attack and colored saturation
• Simple controls: Input, Output, Attack, Release
• "All Button" mode for aggressive effects and extreme textures
• Works natively on macOS and Windows, without UA hardware

The legendary punch of one of the most widely used compressors in music history

The UA 1176 Classic FET Compressor is a faithful emulation of the most iconic compressor ever, used in thousands of professional productions on vocals, bass, drums, guitars, and synths. Its quick response and assertive character make it an essential tool for those seeking presence, control and color in the mix.

Ultra-responsive and versatile FET compression

By carefully modeling the original FET transformers and amplifiers, this plug-in restores all the grit and dynamic behavior of the hardware model. Give a touch of sparkle and punch to vocals, sculpt a drum attack, or shred a track for creative effect with the famous "All Button" mode.

Essential controls, immediate results

Input and Output controls, combined with Attack and Release, allow you to quickly adjust compressor behavior based on the source. Whether you want transparent intervention or a pronounced compressed effect, the 1176 gives you power and musicality in every situation.

Technical Specifications

• Analog modeling of the UA 1176 compressor
• Selectable ratios: 4:1, 8:1, 12:1, 20:1 + All Button
• Controls: Input, Output, Attack, Release
• Ultra-fast, character-rich FET compression
• Compatible with macOS and Windows - UADx (native) format