Tube-Tech CL 1B MkII Compressor
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The preferred vocal compressor for pop, hip‑hop, and R&B.
Developed by Softube, the Tube-Tech CL 1B MkII plug-in for UAD hardware and UA Audio Interfaces is an update of this iconic optical compressor used by modern artists like Kanye West, Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, and more.
Featuring numerous sonic enhancements and new high-resolution graphics, the Tube-Tech CL 1B MkII plug-in has been reimagined with Softube's latest component modeling and signal processing technology, for an even deeper emulation than before — capturing this modern classic in all its tube glory.Now You Can:
Track and mix with an updated emulation of a modern classic compressor, fully endorsed by Tube-Tech, Denmark
Enhance transients and retain dynamics with new Parallel Compression and Sidechain Low Cut controls
Add musical-sounding compression to vocals with the same “go-to” unit preferred by Kanye West, Rihanna, and Jennifer Lopez
Dial-up weight and tube character on drums, bass, acoustic guitars, and vocals
A Modern Opto
A studio staple across a variety of genres, the Tube Tech CL 1B takes the classic warm opto compression recipe and modernizes it with selectable Fixed, Manual, or Fix/Man attack and release settings, making it useful on myriad sources. From soft and gentle massaging of a vocal to accentuating punch and snap on drums or guitars, the CL 1B's vintage/modern approach to dynamics control make it a go-to compressor for pop royalty.
Added Versatility
The new Parallel Compression control lets you easily blend in compression on a drum loop or lead vocal, while the added Low Cut Sidechain feature keeps your sources punchy by keeping greedy low end away from your compression threshold.
Stylish New Graphics
Along with the revamped sonics and added features, now you can tweak your CL 1B MkII from a new point of view with bold high-res graphics that pop — especially on 4K or Ultra HD screens.
Customer Reviews
J. Monxhwedey
June 11, 2021
Amazing
Always wanted to compressor. It’s for smooth, warm and clean, especially when I’m tracking using the 1073 into the...
Read MoreC. Simpson
May 29, 2021
Read The Manual
As an inexperienced user to this compressor I was unsure of the sweet spot and how to get my desired sound. Thankfully the manual gave me a decent foundation to build upon. At a lower...
Read MoreE. White
April 29, 2021
Simply amazing
One of the best I’ve invested in. Clean , punchy, warm compress. Get it you won’t regret.
Read MoreE. White
April 29, 2021
Simply amazing
One of the best I’ve invested in. Clean , punchy, warm compress. Get it you won’t regret.
Read MoreV. Arnold
April 26, 2021
Love it!
I pair this with the Avalon preamp and use it to compress hip-hop vocals on the way in and vocals come in silky smooth and transparent. Best UAD purchase I've made to date....
Read MoreJ. Gonzalez Jr.
April 26, 2021
Makes Vocals Pop Out
Really makes the vocal pop out. Great for drums,bass.... everything.
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Key Features
An updated emulation of a modern classic opto compressor, fully authenticated by Tube-Tech, Denmark
A legendary go-to vocal compressor for major pop, R&B, and hip-hop artists from Kanye to Jennifer Lopez and more
Added flexibility with new Sidechain Low Cut and Parallel Compression controls
Updated hi-res graphics for 4K and Ultra HD screens
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Customer Reviews
Tube-Tech CL 1B MkII Compressor
J. Monxhwedey
Amazing
Always wanted to compressor. It’s for smooth, warm and clean, especially when I’m tracking using the 1073 into the CL1b...incredible
C. Simpson
Read The Manual
As an inexperienced user to this compressor I was unsure of the sweet spot and how to get my desired sound. Thankfully the manual gave me a decent foundation to build upon. At a lower threshold there is pumping but for vocals it’s recommended to have a 4-5 of compression.
E. White
Simply amazing
One of the best I’ve invested in. Clean , punchy, warm compress. Get it you won’t regret.
E. White
Simply amazing
One of the best I’ve invested in. Clean , punchy, warm compress. Get it you won’t regret.
V. Arnold
Love it!
I pair this with the Avalon preamp and use it to compress hip-hop vocals on the way in and vocals come in silky smooth and transparent. Best UAD purchase I've made to date.
J. Gonzalez Jr.
Makes Vocals Pop Out
Really makes the vocal pop out. Great for drums,bass.... everything.
R. Schüchel
Tube Tech for second Vocal compression
1176 and Cl 1B a winning team
C. Peters
Spanish Review , lo mejor!
Hermoso por donde se le mire. Comprime suavemente , y en la voz queda perfecto. Desde que lo compre deje de usar el LA2A (lindo compre también ). Es tanta la fascinación por el cl 1b que encargare la unidad física en un tiempo mas. Recomendado 100 .
C. Belisle
Tube-tech cl 1B
I like the compressor a lot. I tried the demo for 14 days and used the Male Vocal preset and for some reason when I purchased it that pre set was not there anymore. It worked perfectly on the session I was doing at the time. Thanks.
S. Trazos
Lo mejor para los oidos
Me quede impresionado con el resultado es increíble el resultado de este compresor.
C. Lawrence
The Danes do it again
I love this compressor on vocals. Some swear by Neve and others, but, for smooth well-tracked male and female vox, this is the one.
J. Geary
It doesnt add up.... but it does!
Ok this thing sounds freaking fantastic especially in a lot of places where CL1B wouldn't be my first thought. It has its own spot on my drum bus and brings a beautiful color to the table. Next time you want to add a little glue without presence, try this guy instead of the gbus or 2500. Im 99.999% sure this thing upsamples as well since i cannot get it to match the native version. In some cases its subtle but as you push further into compression the UA version keeps the body much better
F. Meng
nice sound!!
One of my favorite UAD plugins.
F. Meng
nice sound!!
One of my favorite UAD plugins.
Z. Khan
So smooth and transparent!
This is my go to compressor for tracking vocals. It gives my vocals that extra something that makes it shine. It’s one of the most transparent tracking compressors available I believe. Totally worth it!
UAD User
Simulation bluffante.
Le "grain" Tube-Tech dès sa mise en route, le threshold est d'une réactivité impressionnante ! Excellent plug à consommer sans modération...
L. Brown
5 Stars
Best compressor I own.
B. FOSTER
Male Vocals
Demo this on male vocals.. Thats how I discovered its Quality. Im writing this because I purchased it with my Blue Collar Dollars. Its a vocal compressor.
B. Ward
CL 1B MkII
This is an extremely useful compressor that is able to transparently smooth out any source. I have to agree that there is nothing else that can compare to it.
l. lujianfei
Nothing Else Like It
Gives a very good color!
