Fuse Audio Labs launches VCS-1
All-in channel strip as powerful plugin for instant signal enhancement and dynamics control


DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) plugin and audio DSP (Digital Signal Processing) developer Fuse Audio Labs announces the availability of VCS-1 - a zero-latency channel strip combining all the tools needed for instant signal enhancement and dynamics control with some powerful special features - as of November 8…

By boasting under-the-hood complexity creatively accessed via a nimble workflow-supporting GUI (Graphical User Interface) based on a comprehensive, practical layout that is as easy on the eye as it is easy to use, VCS-1 virtually shapes all kinds of tones. Indeed, its triple-topology PREAMP offers different styles of coloration, while wide-ranging HP (high pass)/LP (low pass) FILTERS and a 5-band, fully-fledged parametric EQUALIZER are also available alongside dynamics controlled by a luxurious COMPRESSOR/limiter section and a highly-practical GATE/EXP (expander) stage, clearly visualized by a comprehensive gain reduction and level METERING panel.

Processing sections are individually enhanced by highly-flexible routing options with the FILTERS and EQUALIZER each being operable in STEREO or MID/SIDE MODE. Moreover, the COMPRESSOR’s side-chain can make use of the FILTERS, the EQUALIZER, and external control signals. An additional mix stage allows onboard PARALLEL compression, and every single section of VCS-1 can be bypassed individually.



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Last edited: Nov 8, 2021

It looks perfect. I love it! It reminds me of an SSL Channel with some more functionality that I miss from SSL Channel.

By looks I don't mean just the GUI, which is really easy on the eye and to use IMO, the functionality seems great. Now, how it sounds would be interesting to find out.

p.s. I wonder if the HPF and LPF are 2, 3, or 4-pole [12, 18. or 24dB].

 

Last edited: Nov 8, 2021

The Demo is very impressive ...lets hope

 

If it's cleaner than scheps omni channel it could be an alternative.
Although it lacks these nice mid/side, left/right dual mono possibilities.