CX1V is a VST AU compressor / expander plug-in for PC and Mac

Win 7 - Win 11
VST3 (64-bit)

OS X 10.10 – macOS 12
VST3, AU

$49

Overview

The CX1V is a professional compressor/expander plug-in.
This unit offers an easy to use interface that drives a sophisticated and flexible dynamic control algorithm. The wide number of control parameters and features (e.g. look ahead, hard/soft knee), makes the CX1V the tool of choice to control the dynamic of vocal parts, instruments or complex mixes. Additionally, the expansion capability of the CX1V can be used to improve old audio recordings by restoring a more natural dynamic and an enhanced signal-to-noise ratio.

The CX1V compressor/expander has been designed to obtain an extremely transparent action with a natural and smooth response.

SPECIFICATIONS

  • extremely transparent compression/expansion action
  • 64 bit internal precision
  • highly optimized DSP code
  • ultra clean and noiseless processing
  • look-ahead function
  • delay compensation on hosts supporting PDC
  • hard/soft knee
  • expansion capability
  • factory presets
  • parameter values can be entered manually
  • fully automatable (depending on host application)
  • stereo output (stereo->stereo)
  • HiDPI monitor support (depending on host application)
  • no hardware license dongle or activation required

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Windows 7 - Windows 11
VST3 (64-bit)
OS X 10.10 (Yosemite) – macOS 12 (Monterey)
VST3, AU (Universal 2 Binary)

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MORE DETAILS

In order to understand the function of a dynamic processing unit, picture a human being that is required to supervise the volume of a microphone in order to keep a good sound level while avoiding unwanted feedback. In a software/hardware dynamic processor, the human action is replaced by an algorithm that, much more accurately, can control the level of the audio program. The accuracy of this algorithm greatly affects the transparency of the compression. Only high quality algorithms can offer unchanged spectral response, with balanced and natural sound.

Detail of CX1V compressor / expander plugin

Testimonials

Fritz Hildebrandt
QA VST - Instruments and FX Steinberg Media Technologies AG

I’m really impressed by the transparency this compressor has. With this plugin it’s so easy to compress; unnoticeable, very good.
Nice looking and easy to use interface. Great compressor!

Craig Anderton
EQ Magazine

What’s most impressive about the CX1V is the transparency. This is not a compressor that encourages “squashing”-type special effects, but you can easily restrict the dynamic range of everything from individual instruments to program material while retaining a very natural sound…if you crave a quality compressor, check out the demo of this fine plug-in.

Jerry McCrae
voice over talent

I wanted you to know that they are fantastic! Just what I need for the voice work that I do. Thanks for making me sound GREAT!

Christian Riesenmey
Coordinator Hardware Steinberg Media Technologies AG

The GUI is very nice and the sound is excellent!!!! Both Limiter and Compressor have really good algorithms!!!!! I tried lots of compressors within the last 3 months, only the ones from Waves comes near to yours. Very good work!!!!!

Michael Anthony
Journalist to EQ, Future Music, SOS, MacFormat, PC Live!

Beautifully conceived, Anwida plug-ins never disappoint. Highly recommended!

Paul Figgiani
chief audio engineer

This affordable compressor plugin by Anwidasoft performs flawlessly and would be a great addition to your post production toolbox.

CHANGELOG

v2.1.0 (09/08/2021)

  • Fixed: rare UI glitches on some DAWs (e.g. FL Studio)
  • Fixed: blank UI with custom display scaling on HiDPI monitors

v2.0.1 (07/03/2021)

  • Improved: new demo mode (sine tone replaced by silence)
  • Improved: smoother parameter changes
  • Improved: performance optimization
  • Fixed: low volume level on some DAWs (e.g. PreSonus Studio One)

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