
Many of top-level mix engineers use compressors not just for level control but as a way to add “color” to their tracks. For more info on Ben's projects and to catch up on his blog, visit The great thing about analog gear is the unique tones that each piece can add to the sound. The audio examples are very subtle, so make sure you listen to the video on a good monitoring system. *FATSO Sr.New York-based producer and engineer Ben Lindell is here to demonstrate the tone, color, and character of the UAD Fairchild 670 Compressor Plug-In and show how it can be used to enhance the stereo width of a mix.

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