TinyComp – Powerful and Flexible VST Dynamic Processing Plugin
Welcome to the world of precise dynamics control with TinyComp from EXE Consulting. This compact yet exceptionally versatile VST plugin is a true Swiss Army knife for audio processing, combining the functions of a compressor, expander, limiter, and gate. Inspired by the simplicity and effectiveness of classic analog devices, TinyComp offers an intuitive interface along with advanced features, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced sound engineers and musicians.
Full Spectrum of Dynamic Tools
TinyComp provides you with four key modes for complete control over the dynamic range of your tracks:
- Compressor: Reduce peaks and raise quiet parts of the signal to achieve a smooth and dense sound. Ideal for leveling vocals, bass, or the entire mix.
- Expander: Expand the dynamic range, making quiet sounds even quieter. Use it to increase contrast or to subtly “clean up” the signal.
- Limiter: Set a hard threshold above which the signal will not rise. This is an essential tool for protecting against overload and maximizing loudness without clipping.
- Gate: Automatically mute or completely remove noise and unwanted sounds when the signal drops below a set threshold. Very effective for cleaning up drum or guitar tracks.
Intelligent Sidechain with Filtering
One of the most interesting features of TinyComp is its flexible sidechain function. It allows one signal to “control” the dynamic processing of another. A classic example is ducking the bass from the kick drum, creating a rhythmic “pumping” effect and freeing up space in the mix.
TinyComp takes sidechaining to the next level thanks to its built-in filtering. You can apply a filter to the sidechain signal so that the plugin responds only to a specific frequency range. This provides extreme precision: for example, you can set up a bass compressor so that it triggers only when the kick drum produces a strong signal in the low-frequency range, ignoring clicks or other high-frequency components.
- Creative ducking for dance music.
- Precise dynamics control dependent on the specific frequencies of other instruments.
- Creating complex interaction effects between tracks.
Ideal Solution for a Variety of Tasks
TinyComp is perfect for a wide range of applications:
- Adding energy and sustain to guitar and bass parts.
- Controlling vocal dynamics, making them clear in the mix.
- Shaping drum sounds, from boosting the attack to removing resonances.
- Using as a final limiter on the master bus to achieve maximum loudness.
- Cleaning up recordings from noise with the gate function.
Compatibility and Technical Details
The TinyComp plugin is available in the popular VST format, which ensures compatibility with most modern digital audio workstations (DAWs) on the Windows platform. It is optimized for 64-bit systems (Win64) and works as a single-channel processor, which is standard for compressors designed to be inserted into the effects chain of an individual track or bus.
TinyComp from EXE Consulting is a multifunctional tool that combines ease of use with advanced professional capabilities. Add it to your plugin collection today and feel the difference in the sound of your mixes!
