Compressive
Key Features
- Compressive Pro vintage analogue-modeled RMS compressor.
- External sidechain input for keyed dynamics control.
- Three-band EQ in the external sidechain path.
- Mid/side controls for detector and dynamics shaping.
- Compressive Lite uses the same algorithms with fewer controls for lower CPU use.
- Win32 VST version 1.0 download listed at about 2.1 MB.
Description
Compressive is a Windows VST compressor package from Martin Eastwood Audio containing Pro and Lite versions. Compressive Pro is a vintage-analogue-modeled RMS compressor with an external sidechain, a three-band EQ, and mid/side controls for shaping how the detector responds.
Compressive Lite uses the same algorithms with a reduced feature set for lower CPU use. The two-version design lets you choose the deeper sidechain and dynamics workflow when needed or keep a lighter instance available for larger sessions.
The listing identifies the plugin as a Win32 VST and provides a version 1.0 download of about 2.1 MB. No current macOS, VST3, or AU format is stated in the supplied source.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Compressive Pro and Lite?
Compressive Pro includes the external sidechain, three-band EQ, and mid/side controls described in the listing. Compressive Lite uses the same algorithms with a reduced feature set intended to minimize CPU use.
Is Compressive an RMS compressor?
Yes. Compressive Pro is described as a vintage analogue-modeled RMS compressor, with the external sidechain providing additional control over the detector signal.
Which plugin format is listed?
The supplied source lists a Win32 VST version 1.0 download of approximately 2.1 MB. It does not state a current VST3, AU, or macOS version.
