Universal Audio dbx 160 Compressor/Limiter

£88.00

Allow JustPedals to introduce the Universal Audio dbx 160 Compressor/Limiter Discover the classic, distinctive VCA compression of the dbx 160, emulated faithfully in this fully licensed plug-in. This legendary compressor brings bold character to your mixes with its unique “thwack” and low-end glue. Ideal for bass, drum buses, and acoustic guitars, it adds subtle fatness […]


Description

Allow JustPedals to introduce the Universal Audio dbx 160 Compressor/Limiter

Discover the classic, distinctive VCA compression of the dbx 160, emulated faithfully in this fully licensed plug-in. This legendary compressor brings bold character to your mixes with its unique “thwack” and low-end glue. Ideal for bass, drum buses, and acoustic guitars, it adds subtle fatness or impactful presence effortlessly. Designed for modern workflows, the dbx 160 plug-in includes a Dry/Wet mix control, Sidechain Filter, and compatibility with UAD Native and UAD-2 hardware.

Key Features

  • Authentic VCA Compression:
    Emulates the punchy, vintage sonic character of the original dbx 160, perfect for impactful low-end and gritty textures.
  • Enhanced for Modern Studios:
    Includes Dry/Wet Mix and Sidechain Filter for refined parallel compression and reduced low-frequency pumping.
  • Easy Workflow Integration:
    Compatible with macOS 10.15+ and Windows 10/11, supporting UAD Native and Apollo Real-time processing.

Specifications

  • Compatibility: macOS 10.15+ and Windows 10/11
  • Versions Available: UAD Native, Apollo Realtime, UAD-2 hardware
  • Controls: Dry/Wet mix, Sidechain Filter, VU metering

Brand

Universal

Category

Compression Pedals

Guitar Pedals

Tags

Compression Pedals

Compressor

A compressor pedal evens out your dynamics, smoothing peaks and lifting quieter notes so everything feels tighter and more controlled. It adds sustain, clarity, and balance — making clean chords ring longer, country licks snap with precision, and funk rhythms pop with consistency. Subtle or pronounced, compression shapes the feel of your playing as much as the sound.

Use it at the front of your chain to tighten your core tone, add sustain to leads, or keep complex passages sitting neatly in the mix. From gentle polish to unmistakable squash, a compressor is one of those foundational tools that quietly makes everything sound more professional and dialled in.