CLA-3A Compressor / Limiter (Waves Plugin)

Solid-state compression for classic 70s bass, drum sound

Bring Instruments Up Front with Tight, Transparent Compression

The CLA-3A combines solid-state circuitry’s fast attack with the gentle release of optical-based compression. A favorite on guitar, bass, and drums, the CLA-3A models the tight, punchy compression effect that played an important role in high-end studios of the 1970s.

Without the coloration of tubes, and only a slight hint of harmonic distortion, the CLA-3A handles high-level transients and pushes out punch—especially with midrange instruments.

• Transparent sound quality, even with significant compression
• Choose Limiter mode to increase instrument sustain
• Modeled from studio legend Chris Lord-Alge’s personal favorite unit
• Mix control for easy parallel compression
• Trim control for quick level adjustment
• Solid-state design responds superbly to transients
• Perfect for bass, overhead drum mics, keyboards, guitar
• Includes custom presets by Chris Lord-Alge
• For extra authenticity, optionally add subtle hiss and hum
• Zero latency for mixing both in the studio and live

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