In this free video tutorial, Pro Tools Expert team member Julian Rodgers uses the Vertigo VSC2 from Plugin Alliance on drums to demonstrate this VCA compressor. A software incarnation of the original hardware from the late 70s, this compressor offers straightforward control over the dynamic range of material, with an unobtrusive but pleasing character.

(Very) Soft Knee

Demonstrating on drums and acoustic guitar, Julian investigates the extremes with assertive, rather than aggressive compression on drums using the "Brick" ratio and, using the extremely soft knee "Soft" ratio on acoustic guitar Julian tries to replicate and compare the results using Avid Channel Strip.