XF Comp – Intelligent Compression Assistant
XF Comp is a free VST3 plugin developed by Sintelab to help audio engineers and music producers understand and configure audio compression.
The plugin analyzes audio material and suggests compression settings based on its dynamic characteristics, providing explanations for each recommendation.
Key Features
- Intelligent analysis: Analyzes peak, RMS, crest factor, dynamic range and transients.
- Compression recommendations: Suggests Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release and Knee settings.
- Source selection: Voice, Drums, Bass and Synth.
- Educational feedback: Explains suggested settings and provides practical compression tips.
- Dynamic monitoring: Displays useful information about the audio’s dynamic characteristics.
Requirements
- Windows 64-bit.
- VST3-compatible DAW.
Format: Free VST3 plugin (ZIP download).
Developer: Sintelab.
XF Comp provides starting points for compression settings. Final adjustments should always be made by ear.
