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Apogee Electronics Opto-3A, FX Rack Vintage Compressor Plug-In, Version 1, Download

SKU: AEFXOPTO3AR MFR: FX_OPTO3A_RETAIL_V1
$99.00
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Key Features

  • Achieve vintage compressor sound with this Opto-3A audio editing software plug-in.
  • Elevate your mixes with professional-grade audio quality, perfect for studio recordings.
  • Enjoy seamless workflow efficiency using Opto-3A with Logic Pro, Ableton, and Cubase.
  • Enhance your sound design; this compressor plug-in offers incredible plugin compatibility.
  • Create polished tracks with easy-to-use editing tools, ideal for both beginners and pros.
  • Get affordable, top-tier audio processing for Mac OS X, no physical iLok required.
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Apogee Electronics Opto-3A Specifications

  • System Requirements

    Mac OS X 10.12.6 or higher - 10.14 Mojave fully supported
    4 GB minimum RAM, 8 GB or higher recommended
    Free Pace iLok account - physical iLok not required

  • Supported DAWs

    Logic Pro 10
    Pro Tools 12, Ultimate (ProTools 11 and lower not currently supported)
    Ableton Live 10
    Cubase 9.5 VST 1 & 2

  • UPC Code

    805676302515

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Operating SystemMacintoshMacintosh, PC/WindowsMacintosh
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Version TypePlug-InPlug-InPlug-In

About Apogee Electronics Opto-3A

A quintessential tool for audio professionals and enthusiasts alike, the Apogee Opto-3A FX Rack Vintage Compressor Plug-In, Version 1, offers a meticulously emulated experience of a classic analog compressor and limiter. This software is designed to integrate seamlessly into your digital audio workstation (DAW), enhancing your production with the warmth and smooth compression that vintage gear is renowned for.

Crafted with precision, the Opto-3A plug-in is a component of the esteemed Apogee FX Rack suite, which is celebrated for its high-quality audio processing capabilities. The plug-in operates flawlessly on macOS, supporting a wide array of DAWs that are AUv2, VST 1&2, or AAX compliant, ensuring versatility and compatibility with your preferred production environment.

One of the standout features of the Opto-3A is its DualPath functionality. This innovative technology enables the plug-in to run on Apogee Hardware DSP within the Element Series and Ensemble Thunderbolt audio interfaces, offering the flexibility of using it either natively in your DAW or through Apogee's state-of-the-art hardware for real-time processing with zero latency.

The interface of the Opto-3A is intuitive, allowing for quick and easy manipulation of its parameters to achieve the desired sound. Whether you're looking to gently massage a vocal track or add punch to drums, this plug-in provides the control you need to shape your audio with precision.

In summary, the Apogee Opto-3A FX Rack Vintage Compressor Plug-In, Version 1, is an indispensable addition to any audio production toolkit, delivering authentic analog compression with the convenience of a modern plug-in. Its compatibility with various DAWs and the option for hardware DSP integration make it a versatile choice for both in-studio and on-the-go audio processing.

Apogee Electronics Opto-3A Features

  • Optical Compressor/Limiter
  • Reproduces the reactive compression characteristics of modeled hardware
  • Extended Hf emphasis functionality
  • Sidechain HP filter
  • Dry/FX Mix
  • Includes FX and FX Rack versions
  • Run natively in your favorite DAW on your Mac, no Apogee hardware required
  • Runs on Apogee hardware DSP in Element Series and Ensemble Thunderbolt audio interfaces and features DualPath Monitoring for near zero latency recording

Key Features

  • Achieve vintage compressor sound with this Opto-3A audio editing software plug-in.
  • Elevate your mixes with professional-grade audio quality, perfect for studio recordings.
  • Enjoy seamless workflow efficiency using Opto-3A with Logic Pro, Ableton, and Cubase.
  • Enhance your sound design; this compressor plug-in offers incredible plugin compatibility.
  • Create polished tracks with easy-to-use editing tools, ideal for both beginners and pros.
  • Get affordable, top-tier audio processing for Mac OS X, no physical iLok required.