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Post by skav on Oct 23, 2023 8:58:08 GMT -6
Tracking first, mixing second in priority.
Which one do you prefer and why? Other?
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Post by aremos on Oct 23, 2023 12:38:54 GMT -6
If I were to use compression in, it'd be with my original Teletronix (UREI/JBL issue). To be honest have friends with, & have heard 100's of, CL1B recordings & they sound great but don't own one so guess my answer is biased & based solely on what I own.
Going out, I'm completely inside the box now so it wouldn't matter.
And with a good song & good talent these 2 are the defacto compressors & don't think there'd be a difference.
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Post by seawell on Oct 23, 2023 12:46:43 GMT -6
I’ll take a CL1B for the extra attack/release time options.
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Post by svart on Oct 23, 2023 13:00:21 GMT -6
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Post by Martin John Butler on Oct 23, 2023 13:04:42 GMT -6
The Cl1b is similar to the LA2A, so you're kind of comparing different types of apples, not apples to oranges. I've had better final results with the CL1b.
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Post by ab101 on Oct 23, 2023 13:47:02 GMT -6
Traking - Highland dyn.BG2. On mixdown, I like the UAD fairchild on some tracks.
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Post by unit7 on Oct 23, 2023 13:52:55 GMT -6
Never "got" the CL1B, but do like the LA-2. Prefer Retro STA or Thermionic Culture Phoenix for gentle compression when tracking though. Or an LA-3
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Post by thehightenor on Oct 23, 2023 15:25:32 GMT -6
Never "got" the CL1B, but do like the LA-2. Prefer Retro STA or Thermionic Culture Phoenix for gentle compression when tracking though. Or an LA-3 +1 For my voice, I use a Retro STA Level or Thermionic Phoenix MP. I have an LA2A and I use that on other singers - usually female, bass and acoustic sometimes. All these compressors are great, I’d love a very early CL1A (if I ever get the budget) But generally for vocals my prefer Vari-Mu over Opto or FET. |
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Post by teejay on Oct 23, 2023 15:38:05 GMT -6
Never "got" the CL1B, but do like the LA-2. Prefer Retro STA or Thermionic Culture Phoenix for gentle compression when tracking though. Or an LA-3 +1 For my voice, I use a Retro STA Level or Thermionic Phoenix MP. I have an LA2A and I use that on other singers - usually female, bass and acoustic sometimes. All these compressors are great, I’d love a very early CL1A (if I ever get the budget) But generally for vocals my prefer Vari-Mu over Opto or FET. +2 STA (AS VComp) for tracking, and finding I'm liking LA2A (AS Opto) as an insert on mix. Have never had the opportunity to use a CL1B. |
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Post by skav on Oct 23, 2023 16:51:46 GMT -6
I wonder how well the CL1B Fixed compare to a 2A. If equally well, it can be argued a more versatile compressor. Then again they differ in tone. CL1B impart topend shine, LA2A more low mid focus? Maybe makes it feel biggger than the CL1B?
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Post by skav on Oct 23, 2023 16:53:00 GMT -6
The Cl1b is similar to the LA2A, so you're kind of comparing different types of apples, not apples to oranges. I've had better final results with the CL1b. Better results whilst tracking? |
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Post by skav on Oct 23, 2023 16:56:58 GMT -6
Never "got" the CL1B, but do like the LA-2. Prefer Retro STA or Thermionic Culture Phoenix for gentle compression when tracking though. Or an LA-3 +1 For my voice, I use a Retro STA Level or Thermionic Phoenix MP. I have an LA2A and I use that on other singers - usually female, bass and acoustic sometimes. All these compressors are great, I’d love a very early CL1A (if I ever get the budget) But generally for vocals my prefer Vari-Mu over Opto or FET. Would love to hear your voice through those! They are different from what I know. Feel free to message me if you want  |
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Post by drumsound on Oct 23, 2023 17:00:16 GMT -6
I voted other, because I don't have either of the ones mentioned by name. More often than not I use a Purple Action, or RND 5254. Sometimes both in series.
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Post by chessparov on Oct 23, 2023 21:33:52 GMT -6
I do have the UA LA-2A Plug (via a Volt purchase and the "Poor Man's" (rare as hens eggs)... Bellari LA-120 Compressor. Anyway here in the cheap seats... Am addicted to the Free MJUCjr. Plug. Seems to help any of my vocals a bit. This is just a (somewhat comic?) short "one take" of the Intro to "Amos Moses"/Jerry Reed. With one exact repeat, as the one section is only around 10 seconds long. But... The MJUCjr. seems to really help mellow out that typical 58 tone on me. Smoother. Chris |
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Post by Martin John Butler on Oct 24, 2023 7:08:35 GMT -6
The Cl1b is similar to the LA2A, so you're kind of comparing different types of apples, not apples to oranges. I've had better final results with the CL1b. Better results whilst tracking? I only used it for mixing, haven't racked with it yet. |
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Post by peezy on Oct 24, 2023 16:26:50 GMT -6
I do have the UA LA-2A Plug (via a Volt purchase and the "Poor Man's" (rare as hens eggs)... Bellari LA-120 Compressor. Anyway here in the cheap seats... Am addicted to the Free MJUCjr. Plug. Seems to help any of my vocals a bit. This is just a (somewhat comic?) short "one take" of the Intro to "Amos Moses"/Jerry Reed. With one exact repeat, as the one section is only around 10 seconds long. But... The MJUCjr. seems to really help mellow out that typical 58 tone on me. Smoother. Chris How do you like that bellari? |
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Post by paulcheeba on Oct 24, 2023 17:08:50 GMT -6
Chandler RS124 have a lovely tone. I used a vintage LA2A for 20 years and I loved it but I prefer the Chandler now and a Buzz SOC M for most opto vocals.
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Post by chessparov on Oct 24, 2023 20:57:48 GMT -6
I do have the UA LA-2A Plug (via a Volt purchase and the "Poor Man's" (rare as hens eggs)... Bellari LA-120 Compressor. Anyway here in the cheap seats... Am addicted to the Free MJUCjr. Plug. Seems to help any of my vocals a bit. This is just a (somewhat comic?) short "one take" of the Intro to "Amos Moses"/Jerry Reed. With one exact repeat, as the one section is only around 10 seconds long. But... The MJUCjr. seems to really help mellow out that typical 58 tone on me. Smoother. Chris How do you like that bellari? As some may expect here, it did sound somewhat more gritty/dirtier. It's actually a full voltage plate BTW. My guess is that a tube upgrade would enhance it a bit. Might do that eventually, before shelling out for an objectively "better" Compressor. I wish they made a direct Hardware version of the MJUCjr/MJUC! Thanks, Chris |
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Post by Ward on Oct 25, 2023 6:27:01 GMT -6
All these compressors are great, I’d love a very early CL1A (if I ever get the budget) But generally for vocals my prefer Vari-Mu over Opto or FET. agreed on both. Always wanted a CL1a but haven't even smelled one in years. And I tend to stay level with a V-airy Comp as well. Love the syrup! |
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