Plugin Alliance – Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor

Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor
The Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor, meticulously modeled by Brainworx, brings the legendary analog bus compressor into the digital realm with stunning accuracy. Known for its ability to tame transients with musical precision and add depth, punch, and tone, this iconic compressor has been used on timeless records by artists like Radiohead, Foo Fighters, Green Day, and Coldplay.

Its dual compression sections—Optical and Discrete VCA—allow you to shape dynamics with both smooth, program-dependent control and surgical precision. The switchable output transformers (Nickel, Iron, Steel) add distinct tonal colors, ranging from polished highs to warm harmonic richness.

Brainworx has enhanced the plugin with exclusive features, including a Parallel Mix control, Sidechain Filter, and External Sidechain support, making it even more versatile for modern mastering and mixing workflows.

Key Features

• Exacting emulation of the original Shadow Hills hardware, endorsed by its creator

• Dual-stage compression: Optical (LA-2A style) + Discrete VCA with ratio, attack, and release

• Switchable output transformers (Nickel, Iron, Steel) for sonic variety

• Stereo and Dual-Mono modes

• Brainworx-only additions: Parallel Mix, Sidechain Filter, External Sidechain

The Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor is the ultimate tool for shaping, enhancing, and elevating your mixes with world-class compression and tone.