Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
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Mixing with analog gear is awesome… until recall drives you crazy.
That’s where the Antelope A4-1B steps in.
It’s based on the legendary Tube-Tech CL1B, but with a modern twist: full plugin recall, presets, and automation, all while keeping the smooth, transparent compression that makes the CL1B a studio classic. Here's my take on it!
Check out the Antelope A4-1B Compressor👉. en.antelopeaudio.com/products/a4-1b
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Vocal Mic I used in this video is the V67 by JZ Mics.
👉 intshop.jzmic.com
🔥 Enjoy a 10%OFF with coupon code MIXDOWN10 at checkout.
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MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO
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The Magic of the CL1B Compressor - How to use it
👉 youtu.be/f23k5N7y9Mw
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⏰ Timestamps ⏰
00:00 Intro
01:44 Front panel walkthrough
04:08 Firmware update & calibration
05:49 Using the A41B in Cubase
07:09 Plugin control vs hardware control
08:48 Sound test – vocals
10:20 Automation in Cubase
10:46 Presets & drum room test
12:56 Bass test
13:52 Comparing A41B vs CL1B
17:10 Hardware feel & automation quirks
17:59 Pricing tiers explained
Compare CUBASE Versions: new.steinberg.net/cubase/compare-editions
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Some of the gear and plugins I use in the studio:
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CUBASE 14 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/DKa04a
DAW CONTROLLER Presonus Faderport 16 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/5bXnGn
STREAM DECK ➜ amzn.to/3OFVHaO
MONOGRAM CC ➜ monogramcc.com/shop
SPEAKER CONTROLLER ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/gbvG75
MICROPHONE ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/b3WVKB
STUDIO MONITORS:
KALI Audio IN-8 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/XxQVBM
HEADPHONES:
Audeze MM-500 ➜ audeze.com/products/mm-500
Austrian Audio Hi-X65 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/vno7MN
Beyer Dynamics DT770 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/LPzQ6O
STUDIO MONITOR CONTROLLER ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/gbvG75
#mixdownonline #chrisselim
🔥 DOWNLOAD the FREE GUIDE "THE FUNDAMENTALS of COMPRESSION"
👉 https://mixdown.online/compression
Mixing with analog gear is awesome… until recall drives you crazy.
That’s where the Antelope A4-1B steps in.
It’s based on the legendary Tube-Tech CL1B, but with a modern twist: full plugin recall, presets, and automation, all while keeping the smooth, transparent compression that makes the CL1B a studio classic. Here's my take on it!
Check out the Antelope A4-1B Compressor👉. en.antelopeaudio.com/products/a4-1b
=================================
Vocal Mic I used in this video is the V67 by JZ Mics.
👉 intshop.jzmic.com
🔥 Enjoy a 10%OFF with coupon code MIXDOWN10 at checkout.
=================================
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO
=================================
The Magic of the CL1B Compressor - How to use it
👉 youtu.be/f23k5N7y9Mw
=================================
ELEVATE YOUR SKILLS NOW ➜ JOIN OUR COURSES
=================================
FOR CUBASE
➡️ THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO CUBASE - Get FULL CONTROL over CUBASE
👉 mixdownonline.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-cubase
FOR MIXING
➡️ The Ultimate CUBASE MIXING Masterclass - Craft Professional, Radio-Ready Mixes Using Only the Tools Available to You in CUBASE
👉 mixdownonline.com/The-Ultimate-Cubase-Mixing-Masterclass
FOR RECORDING
➡️ PRO HOME RECORDING WITH CUBASE - Discover the secret to recording amazing sounding tracks, in the comfort of your home studio, with the gear you already have.
👉 mixdownonline.com/recording
FOR MASTERING
➡️ The EASY PATH to PRO Home MASTERING - Learn how to master your music like a pro with simple, effective techniques — no expensive gear required.
👉 mixdownonline.com/mastering
=================================
LET'S STAY CONNECTED
=================================
Instagram: instagram.com/mixdownonline
Facebook: facebook.com/mixdownonline
Tik Tok: ➡︎ tiktok.com/@mixdownonline
Website: mixdownonline.com
⏰ Timestamps ⏰
00:00 Intro
01:44 Front panel walkthrough
04:08 Firmware update & calibration
05:49 Using the A41B in Cubase
07:09 Plugin control vs hardware control
08:48 Sound test – vocals
10:20 Automation in Cubase
10:46 Presets & drum room test
12:56 Bass test
13:52 Comparing A41B vs CL1B
17:10 Hardware feel & automation quirks
17:59 Pricing tiers explained
Compare CUBASE Versions: new.steinberg.net/cubase/compare-editions
=================================
Some of the gear and plugins I use in the studio:
=================================
CUBASE 14 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/DKa04a
DAW CONTROLLER Presonus Faderport 16 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/5bXnGn
STREAM DECK ➜ amzn.to/3OFVHaO
MONOGRAM CC ➜ monogramcc.com/shop
SPEAKER CONTROLLER ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/gbvG75
MICROPHONE ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/b3WVKB
STUDIO MONITORS:
KALI Audio IN-8 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/XxQVBM
HEADPHONES:
Audeze MM-500 ➜ audeze.com/products/mm-500
Austrian Audio Hi-X65 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/vno7MN
Beyer Dynamics DT770 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/LPzQ6O
STUDIO MONITOR CONTROLLER ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/gbvG75
#mixdownonline #chrisselim
