Build 1.1.0
OptoRED is a transparent Optical Attenuator (compressor) based on the classic American unit used on countless hit records. This is part of our new “Enhanced Classics” series.
$29.00
vst3.au.aax | osx.win
* Full version trial for first 15 Days
Compression is one of the most important tools in the arsenal of an Engineer, Music Producer & Artist alike. This is now a device that far surpasses its original intent which was to control the level of the sound automatically.
Today we use different types of compressors for inducing a “Vibe” & “Feel” to our instruments, percussion, drums, and voice. Digital and Analog Compressors have come a long way, but some classics are still preferred even today because they are now as much a part of a genre or musical style that they are now deemed as musical instruments in their own right.
At Tone Empire, we are inspired by these classic devices yet yearn to bring extended functionality to today’s modern musicians, engineers & Producers working on advanced systems with a need for more flexibility and extended tones. Hence we have now started a new series of processors called
The First of this series is the OptoRED compressor. As the name suggests, this is an optical compressor based on the famous American Classic Tube Optical Compressor, found on literally every hit record ever made. The idea was to start with a 1:1 emulation and then take things way beyond the original functionality.
This optical compressor has a built-in side chain circuit, A Low pass filter, automatic gain, wet/dry mix, and other features. This allows it to go beyond the original intent of just being suitable for vocals and bass. OptoRED kills on Drums, Synths, Percussion, and both Electronic & Acoustic instruments.
The Lo-Cut Filter is designed to let the artist use this as a tracking compressor as well, getting rid of unwanted low frequencies at the time of tracking, yet get a low latency compressed signal perfect for tracking.
Plugin Formats:
MAC OSX – VST3/AU/AAX – 64bit
WINDOWS – VST3/ AAX – 64 bit
PC/MAC: Windows 10 or later*. / OSX 10.13 or later (Intel/M1 Native Supported) ( NOT TESTED ON MacOS Ventura* )
System Requirements:
Intel i3 / AMD Ryzen or equivalent
2 GB RAM / 300 MB HD
Screen resolution: 1024×768
VST3, AU, or AAX 64-bit host
Installation
OSX:
Windows:
Setup and License Registration:
This plugin uses an online-based license registration system that requires an internet connection. When in trial mode, your computer needs to be online to use the plugin.
Once the plugin is registered, you no longer need to be online to use it. We offer a 15-day trial period for the plugin.
The license registration window allows you to log in to your Tone Empire account directly, and the plugin will automatically authorize if you have purchased it from the Tone Empire site. In case of a purchase from one of our third-party distributors, you can create an account from the website or from the license window of the plugin. Then enter your serial code provided by the third-party distributor (e.g., Plugin Boutique), and the plugin will authorize.
*An internet connection is required.