The Waves H-Comp Hybrid Compressor is a unique studio tool that combines the classic feel and sound of a vintage analog compressor with the features, flexibility and control of modern digital technology.
At its core, the H-Comp Hybrid Compressor is a dual-path stereo compressor device that utilizes Waves’ exclusive “Proprietary Multi-Stage Dynamics Engine” to deliver real-time, hybrid analog-digital processing. This state-of-the-art hybrid technology combines both classic analog mind and modern digital power to bring the best of both worlds to the table.
The H-Comp Hybrid Compressor comes with two sets of controls: one for the analog side and one for the digital side. With both sets of controls, users can dial in their desired sound with precision, allowing them to achieve anything from subtle compression to heavy-handed limiting to multi-band processing. The analog side of the compressor provides classic tube and transformer-style compression, allowing users to dial in the perfect amount of analog character for their source material. The digital side of the compressor lets users get creative with channels and processing, with adjustable threshold and ratio settings as well as attack and release controls.
The combination of analog and digital processing gives users an unprecedented amount of control to shape and sculpt their tracks, allowing them to create a unique sonic stamp all their own. Whether they are looking to add warmth, punch and drive to drums, bass and rhythm guitar, or to bring out the best in vocals and lead instruments, the H-Comp Hybrid Compressor allows musicians and producers to open up a world of sonic possibilities.
Moreover, with the Waves H-Comp Hybrid Compressor, users can create an infinite number of sounds and sonic textures by using all of the available parameters. From adding subtle harmonic movement to very extreme dynamic effects, users are only limited by their own vision and creativity. This opens up the possibility to create anything from old-school vintage styles requires a deep understanding of how to tweak and combine different parameters.
The Waves H-Comp Hybrid Compressor also offers a variety of options for achieving the desired compression results. For example, users can choose the single-band compressor to apply its effect to just a single frequency range. Alternatively, they can opt for the multi-band compressor to apply its effect across multiple frequency ranges. Depending on the user’s selection of parameters and frequency ranges, this opens up an even more varied palette of possibilities for sound shaping and sculpting.
For even more flexibility, the H-Comp Hybrid Compressor comes equipped with Hi-Pass and Lo-Pass filters to design frequencies. This allows users to filter out any unwanted frequencies or boost those they wish to emphasize. This can be particularly effective when working with drums, as it allows users to craft a completely unique sonic signature while preserving the overall balance and structure of the mix.
Waves have also released a new “Adaptive Time” feature with the H-Comp Hybrid Compressor. This feature utilizes a unique algorithm to create a unique compression curve that will respond to the audio passing through it in real time. This feature makes it incredibly easy for users to quickly get the sound they’re looking for, regardless of what source material they’re working with.
Finally, when used in conjunction with the Waves H-Revealer, users can achieve a truly classic sound that harkens back to the audio style of classic tube engineers. This is achieved by using the H-Revealer to work with the compressor’s sidechains, allowing users to dial in a classic low end response with amazingly low distortion.
In conclusion, the Waves H-Comp Hybrid Compressor is a unique studio tool that provides users with an incredible amount of options for sound sculpting and shaping. With its combination of classic analog feel, modern digital power and the added Adaptive Time feature, the H-Comp Hybrid Compressor unlocks a world of sonic possibilities and can help producers and engineers create some truly classic sounds.
