Empirical Labs Arousor Rev 2.0 Plugin

The wait is over. Arousor is here. 

What it is:
Coveted compression from Empirical Labs' legendary Distressor - in a convenient plugin format. 

How we use it:
Leverage the iconic Empirical Labs classic knee for smooth, sweet compression on just about any track. 

Why it's cool:
Distressor has been hailed as a 'desert island' compressor. Say hello to Arousor - your new favorite plugin. AROUSOR | After 20 Years, The Wait Is Over - Empirical Labs Delivers A Digital Version Of The Legendary Distressor® 
Arousor - the first compressor plug-in from Empirical Labs, delivers the same luscious classic knee compression of their award-winning hardware - the Distressor®. Not only does the Arousor 2.0 deliver the company's signature Classic Knee compression it also brings much of the coveted non-linearity and character we associate with the hardware.

The AROUSOR has a similar look and feel to The Distressor - However, there are distinct differences

• There are two new choices for gain reduction – 1.5:1 and 8:1 and the Nuke setting has been replaced by the Rivet setting. 
  
• Other state-of-the-art features include proprietary Empirical Labs Detector modeling; broadband Saturator; the unique AtMod Attack Modification Control and an indispensable blend control for parallel compression. 
  
• A new, innovative, must-have compressor right at your fingertips. 
  
• Combine that with Empirical Labs proprietary techniques to minimize common digital artifacts and you are left with an innovative, user-friendly and most importantly, great sounding compression plug-in.

AROUSOR FEATURES

• Empirical Labs Classic Knee Compression in a plug-in… Finally!
  
• Foolproof operation – It is almost impossible to get a bad sound.
  
• Empirical Labs Famous White Knobs, with parameter readout and direct entry.
  
• Proprietary Empirical Labs Detector modeling. High resolution.
  
• Broadband Saturator, controllable by user.
  
• Rivet, a brick wall ratio great on room mics, and for skimming peaks.
  
• Linkable with the stereo version.
  
• BLEND Control – Mix in the dry signal with the compressed one.
  
• 18 Lock n Load Presets, finely tuned and named intuitively. More coming down the line.
  
• More backwards compatible features coming.
  
• HP Sidechain EQ
  
• BP Sidechain EQ

Unique AtMod™ Attack Modification Control

• Changes the shape of the initial attack, and can lengthen attack times in a different manner than the ATTACK control.
  

NEW REV 2.0 FEATURES

• AAX-DSP for the MAC. Windows version to follow shortly, pending copy protection repair.
  
• Greater efficiency, especially in Pro Tools AAX. 1/3rd of the CPU usage!
  
• Greatly increased Bargraph accuracy. Makes matching a Distressor sound much easier.
  
• Preset Sharing Function - Works across all platforms and makes it easy to share.
  
• Backwards Compatible with Rev 1.0. Won't "break" your past mixes.
  
• Graphic and Interface Improvements - New colors, and 3d Depth
  
• Our first "Expert" Button appears for the BLEND Section.
  
• New Presets from Famous Engineers
  
• Refined markings for matching Distressor Detector settings.
  
• Higher resolution readout on Det BP BW. Reads to .01 places.
  
• Better support for Control Surfaces, including the older Avid D-Command

Buy AROUSOR today and get FREE upgrades until 2020.

Compatibility
Requirements

• Mac: OS X 10.7 or later
  
• WIN: Windows 7 or later
  
• Format: AAX, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX
  

Installation Instructions
General Instructions:

• We auto-detect your computer operating system, so just click the download button above.
• Find the downloaded plugin (it's in your computer's download folder, or wherever you've chosen to save it) and double click the installer.
• A plugin installer window will open. Simply go through the installation process.
• We will also send you an email with a link to re-download in case you need it.

How to use installed plugins in Ableton Live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2VjFjUhlR4

1. If Ableton Live is closed, open it and skip to #5.
2. If Ableton Live is already open, go to Preferences.
3. Go to Files & Folder.
4. Click "Rescan plugins".
5. Find the plugin in the Ableton plugins folder in the sidebar.
6. Drag-and-drop the plugin onto your track at the bottom of the screen.

How to use installed plugins in Logic Pro X: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_dhy1wSIdI

1. Open Logic Pro X. Newly installed plugins should be detected automatically every time Logic is opened.
2. If you've downloaded an effect or utility plugin, these can be used on an insert for any track in the mixer.
3. Create a software instrument track if you downloaded a virtual instrument plugin.
4. Under Default Patch, go to AU Instruments and choose the plugin you just installed.

How to use installed plugins in Avid Pro Tools: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pm5QZ48MtuA

1. Open Pro Tools. Newly installed plugins should be detected automatically every time Pro Tools is opened.
2. If you've downloaded an effect or utility plugin, these can be used on an insert for many types of tracks (Audio, Aux, Instrument, Master Fader...)
3. If you’ve downloaded a software instrument, create a new Instrument track.
4. Navigate to the Mixer and locate the newly created Instrument track.
5. Select the desired instrument plugin by clicking on any of the Inserts on the Instrument track.

How to Install plugins to Garage Band: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_NmmTYMNhQ

1. Go to the Reverb SYNC Software and plugin Collection.
2. Choose your desired plugin.
3. Reverb will auto-detect your platform, so simply click the download button.
4. Continue the installation process by following the prompt.
5. Hover your mouse over the smart control button.
6. Click Show Inspector icon.
7. Click on plugins and choose your desired plugin.

What's new?
NEW REV 2.0 FEATURES

• AAX-DSP for the MAC. Windows version to follow shortly, pending copy protection repair.
  
• Greater efficiency, especially in Pro Tools AAX. 1/3rd of the CPU usage!
  
• Greatly increased Bargraph accuracy. Makes matching a Distressor sound much easier.
  
• Preset Sharing Function - Works across all platforms and makes it easy to share.
  
• Backwards Compatible with Rev 1.0. Won't "break" your past mixes.
  
• Graphic and Interface Improvements - New colors, and 3d Depth
  
• Our first "Expert" Button appears for the BLEND Section.
  
• New Presets from Famous Engineers
  
• Refined markings for matching Distressor Detector settings.
  
• Higher resolution readout on Det BP BW. Reads to .01 places.
  
• Better support for Control Surfaces, including the older Avid D-Command