Tube 176 by Antelope Audio is a FET-style compressor plugin inspired by a legendary studio compressor known for its aggressive, punchy character. It delivers the fast, assertive compression style associated with classic FET limiting amplifiers, making it a staple for drums, vocals, and electric guitars.

Fast, Punchy Compression

Tube 176 provides rapid attack times and a distinctive compression curve that adds punch and energy to transient-heavy material. Its aggressive character is ideal for drums and percussion, where it can bring forward the snap and impact of each hit.

Versatile Ratio Settings

Multiple ratio settings allow users to dial in everything from gentle gain reduction to heavy limiting. The all-buttons-in mode delivers extreme compression with a unique, sought-after distortion character that has been used on countless recordings.

Studio-Grade Processing

Tube 176 faithfully models the non-linear behaviour of the original hardware, including its characteristic harmonic saturation. Available in AAX, VST3, and AU formats, it runs natively on macOS and Windows within any major DAW.