Waves PuigChild Compressor | WAVES

Add legendary warmth and character to your mixes with the Waves PuigChild Compressor, an authentic recreation of the iconic Fairchild 660 and 670 tube compressors. Designed in close collaboration with Grammy®-winner Jack Joseph Puig, this plugin brings vintage vibe and precision dynamics control to today’s producers, engineers, and musicians. Ideal for mixing and mastering, the PuigChild Compressor elevates any production with unmatched sonic authenticity and ease of use.

Key Features of Waves PuigChild Compressor | WAVES

• Painstakingly modeled after Jack Joseph Puig’s vintage Fairchild 660 and 670 hardware units
• Delivers classic, warm analog tube sound ideal for modern mix and mastering workflows
• True-to-life circuit emulation, including original harmonic distortion and analog character
• Flexible operation as a mono, dual mono, stereo, or mid/side compressor
• Easy-to-use controls with 10-step threshold and 6-step time constant for creative sound shaping
• Perfect for ‘gluing’ mixes together on the stereo bus without losing dynamics
• Selectable modes for original hum and noise floor for full vintage authenticity
• Suitable for drums, vocals, guitar, or overall mix bus compression

Example Use Cases of Waves PuigChild Compressor | WAVES

• Engineers seeking authentic analog compression for mixing and mastering
• Producers looking to add vintage color and classic tube vibe to drum tracks or mixes
• Vocal processing that gently enhances presence and smooths out dynamic performance
• Creating the famous ‘pumping’ drum sound heard in legendary recordings
• Mix bus compression to glue tracks together for a unified, professional finish

Why Choose Waves PuigChild Compressor | WAVES?

The PuigChild Compressor stands out as a must-have tool for anyone looking to achieve the distinctive sound of classic records. With its meticulous analog modeling, intuitive interface, and broad sonic versatility, it’s an essential addition to every serious audio toolkit.