AES 2015: BETTERMAKER C502V VCA COMPRESSOR
28 October 2015
The new C502V compressor from Bettermaker combines a boutique analogue signal path with intuitive, musical controls and complete parameter recall and automation from a linked DAW-based plug-in. So you get high-end analogue with a digital workflow. The C502V is Bettermaker’s first compressor, although with three distinct VCA flavours in one 500-series chassis, it could just as easily be described as its first three. Stereo, dual mono, or M/S modes, as well as USB or analog side-chain with adjustable high-pass filtering and ‘look ahead’ functionality expand the C502V’s possibilities.
In ‘BM mode,’ the Bettermaker C502V provides gentle compression with unique attack behaviour suitable for strapping across drum and mix busses. In ‘SG mode,’ the parameter controls and sound draw inspiration from the classic British VCA bus compressors. And in ‘DX mode,’ the parameter controls and sound draw inspiration from the classic 160A. The C502V can be fully automated and recalled from a DAW-hosted plug-in in all the popular formats. For stand-alone operation, it offers 399 onboard presets and a unique ‘Undo’ function. Both channels provide wet/dry control and threshold controls that range to 1:2 for expansion and transient designing. When multiple C502Vs are installed in the same 500-series chassis, they will automatically link without any extra cabling.
More info:
Bettermaker: www.bettermaker.eu
Australian Distributor: www.federalaudio.com.au
RESPONSES