Bettermaker Mastering Compressor
The Bettermaker Mastering Compressor is a cutting-edge analogue VCA compressor built specifically for mastering engineers who require the ultimate in precision, flexibility, and sonic transparency. Combining a 100% analogue signal path with advanced digital control and DAW integration, it offers unmatched dynamic shaping capabilities along with full recall, automation, and A/B comparison straight from your computer.
This flagship unit features stereo, dual mono, and mid/side operation modes, along with Bettermaker's signature BM, SG, and DX compression styles. It includes an array of advanced tools such as PEAK or RMS detection, switchable forward/backward feed, fully customisable sidechain with HPF, LPF, and parametric EQ, and dedicated sidechain hardware insert and preview.
The Bettermaker Mastering Compressor also includes adjustable THD and drive controls (odd/even), range limiting to cap gain reduction, parallel compression via dry/wet mix, and a highly responsive 5″ capacitive touchscreen for intuitive control. With USB connectivity, you can manage every parameter from your DAW using the dedicated plugin - combining analogue sound with plugin convenience.
Key Features:
- 100% analogue stereo VCA compression with digital control
- Selectable PEAK or RMS detection with forward/backward feed
- Stereo, dual-mono, and mid/side modes with width control (-8 dB to +8 dB)
- BM, SG, and DX compression algorithms
- Sidechain with HPF (15-30 Hz), LPF (2-18 kHz), and parametric EQ (Q, Gain, Freq)
- Sidechain insert and preview function
- Range limiting: 0.1 dB - 20 dB / off
- THD and DRIVE (odd/even) for analogue saturation
- Dry/wet MIX control for parallel compression
- True stereo linking and instant parameter recall
- Touchscreen interface with USB connectivity for MAC/PC
- Full DAW automation, A/B comparison, and session recall
Compressor Parameters:
- Threshold: -35 dB to +5 dB
- Attack: 0.1 - 250 ms
- Release: 10 - 2000 ms
- Ratio: Variable from 0.7:1 to 10:1
- Knee: Variable from 0 to 20 dB
- Output Gain: -5 dB to +15 dB
- Width (M/S): -8 dB to +8 dB
Technical Specifications:
- Frequency Response: 10 Hz to 22 kHz (±0.2 dB)
- Dynamic Range: 106 dB (+23 dBu)
- S/N Ratio: 87 dB (A-weighted)
- Crosstalk: -83 dB @ 1 kHz
- CMRR: max 85 dB @ 3 kHz
- THD: 2nd: < 0.06%, 3rd: < 0.01%, 4th: < 0.006%
- Input: Balanced XLR, 23 dBu max
- Output: Balanced XLR, 23 dBu max
- Input Impedance: 48 kΩ (balanced)
- Output Impedance: 50 Ω + 50 Ω
- Power Supply: 100-240V universal, 25W max
- Enclosure: 2U rackmount, 230 mm deep
- Shipping Weight: 5.5 kg
The Bettermaker Mastering Compressor redefines what's possible in dynamic control, giving mastering engineers the analogue precision they love with the speed, accuracy, and recall of digital technology. It's the ultimate hybrid compressor for high-end audio production.