Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
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🎛 The Magic of the Tube-Tech CL1B Compressor - How to Use It 🎙
The Tube-Tech CL1B is one of the most legendary compressors in the music industry—used on countless hit records for its smooth, warm, and musical compression. But what makes it so special? In this video, I break down how the CL1B works, its key features, and how to use it on vocals, acoustic guitars, bass, and overheads.
👉 Check out Lonely Rocker YouTube Channel youtube.com/@LonelyRocker
👉 Get the Softube CL 1B pluginboutique.com/products/11535?a_aid=642710fab28c9
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⏰ Timestamps ⏰
00:00: Introduction
00:49: Brief History of the Tube-Tech CL1B
02:06: Understanding CL1B Parameters (Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, etc.)
03:44: Fixed vs. Manual vs. Fixed Manual Mode (How They Work)
06:31: CL1B on Lead Vocals – Sound Test & Breakdown
07:50: What is Fixed/Manual Mode? (The Secret to CL1B’s Magic!)
10:43: CL1B on Acoustic Guitars – How It Sounds
11:37: CL1B Analog Unit on Vocals – Smooth & Transparent
12:42: CL1B on Bass – Locking in the Low End
13:26: CL1B on Drum Rooms – Big & Punchy Sound
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 13 ➜ 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
🎛 The Magic of the Tube-Tech CL1B Compressor - How to Use It 🎙
The Tube-Tech CL1B is one of the most legendary compressors in the music industry—used on countless hit records for its smooth, warm, and musical compression. But what makes it so special? In this video, I break down how the CL1B works, its key features, and how to use it on vocals, acoustic guitars, bass, and overheads.
👉 Check out Lonely Rocker YouTube Channel youtube.com/@LonelyRocker
👉 Get the Softube CL 1B pluginboutique.com/products/11535?a_aid=642710fab28c9
This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. By using these links, you're supporting us in creating more free content. Thank you for your support! :)
=================================
ELEVATE YOUR SKILLS NOW ➜ JOIN OUR COURSES
=================================
FOR CUBASE
➡️ THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO CUBASE - Get FULL CONTROL over CUBASE
👉 https://mixdown.online/cubase
FOR MIXING
➡️ The Ultimate CUBASE MIXING Masterclass - Craft Professional, Radio-Ready Mixes Using Only the Tools Available to You in CUBASE
👉 https://mixdown.online/mix
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.
👉 mixdownacademy.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.
👉 mixdownacademy.com/mastering
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LET'S STAY CONNECTED
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Instagram: instagram.com/mixdownonline
Facebook: facebook.com/mixdownonline
Tik Tok: ➡︎ tiktok.com/@mixdownonline
Website: http://mixdown.online
⏰ Timestamps ⏰
00:00: Introduction
00:49: Brief History of the Tube-Tech CL1B
02:06: Understanding CL1B Parameters (Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, etc.)
03:44: Fixed vs. Manual vs. Fixed Manual Mode (How They Work)
06:31: CL1B on Lead Vocals – Sound Test & Breakdown
07:50: What is Fixed/Manual Mode? (The Secret to CL1B’s Magic!)
10:43: CL1B on Acoustic Guitars – How It Sounds
11:37: CL1B Analog Unit on Vocals – Smooth & Transparent
12:42: CL1B on Bass – Locking in the Low End
13:26: CL1B on Drum Rooms – Big & Punchy Sound
Compare CUBASE Versions: new.steinberg.net/cubase/compare-editions
=================================
Some of the gear and plugins I use in the studio:
=================================
CUBASE 13 ➜ 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
