Waves CLA-3A Compressor / Limiter delivers the punch, speed, and attitude of a classic solid-state optical compressor—meticulously modeled from Chris Lord-Alge’s own hand-picked hardware unit. Ideal for producers, musicians, and engineers who want transparent yet powerful compression, the CLA-3A excels on guitars, bass, vocals, drums, and more. Its fast attack, clean tone, and unmistakable 1970s studio character make it an essential dynamics tool for modern and vintage mixes alike.

Key Features of Waves CLA-3A Compressor / Limiter

• Accurate model of CLA’s personal solid-state hardware unit
• Fast, punchy, transparent compression ideal for guitars and drums
• Limiter mode for boosted sustain and controlled peaks
• Simple interface: just two main knobs + mode switch for fast workflow
• Mix knob for effortless parallel compression
• Output Trim for precise gain staging
• Optional analog hiss/hum for true vintage realism
• Zero latency—perfect for live and studio recording
• Includes Chris Lord-Alge’s original presets from chart-topping mixes
• Perfect for guitars, bass, vocals, keyboards, and drums

Example Use Cases of Waves CLA-3A Compressor / Limiter

• Electric guitars in rock, pop, indie, and alternative mixes needing presence and edge
• Bass tracks requiring sustain and clarity without muddying the low end
• Controlling drum overheads or room mics for tighter, cohesive drum imaging
• Adding smooth, responsive compression to dynamic vocal performances
• Producers and engineers seeking unmistakable CLA-style punch in any DAW

Why Choose Waves CLA-3A Compressor / Limiter?

The CLA-3A blends vintage optical compression with modern precision, giving your tracks the clean punch and mix-ready energy found in countless hit records. Fast, reliable, musical, and modeled with absolute authenticity—this is the compressor that brings Chris Lord-Alge’s iconic sound directly to your studio.