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Waves H-Comp Hybrid Compressor
Category
Compatibility
VST3 · AU · AAX
Formats
Waves
Developer

Overview

Compression you can hear working.

H-Comp is a compressor with modern precision and a choice of analog character rather than one fixed personality. Four analog models, drawn from SSL, API and V-series equipment, colour the dry signal as well as the processed one, so the character is selectable instead of baked in. A variable punch control adjusts how far transients survive compression, and a peak limiter sets a ceiling so nothing downstream is overloaded. Vintage warmth and hard percussive punch both sit within reach.

Highlights

Analogue-style saturation applied as compression works
Tempo-synced release turns pumping into a rhythmic effect
Parallel mix control without needing a bus
Designed to be audible rather than transparent
Punch control shapes transient behaviour independently
Suits drums and bass where the effect should be heard
Mono and stereo components
Part of the H-Series

Compatibility

Specs and requirements.

Licence and delivery

Formats
VSTVST3AUAAX NativeAAX DSP
Licence
Perpetual licence
Delivery
Instant download
Type
Compressor
SKU
1246-2885
Product code
HCOMPTDM

macOS

OS
11 or later (native Apple Silicon)
Processor
Apple Silicon & Intel

Windows

OS
10 or later (64-bit)
Processor
64-bit Intel / AMD

Apple Silicon and Intel Macs are both natively supported.

Waves

About the maker

Meet Waves.

Waves Audio, founded in 1992 in Israel, is one of the world's largest developers of audio plugins and signal processors. Its catalogue spans EQs, compressors, reverbs, and vintage console emulations used across music, film, broadcast, and live sound.

Waves H-Comp Hybrid Compressor

£24