Compressor
FREE RESOURCES > Plugins > Effects > CompressorDownload from our high-quality collection of free compressor plugins. You will find free compressor plugins for Windows, MacOS, and Linux operating systems. Virtual Studio Technology (VST) plugins are pieces of software that are designed to work within a digital audio workstation (DAW). Compress plugins are a type of VST plugin called VST effects plugins. VST effects plugins help you change your sounds in new and different ways.
What are Compressor plugins?
Compressor VSTs are used to reduce the range between the softest and loudest sounds. This is referred to as reducing the dynamic range. Compressors are needed in your tracks as they help maintain an average level of loudness and control the maximum peaks in your audio.
For a more in depth tutorial on what a compressor plugin is and how it functions, you can check out our tutorial.