Exclusive to Genesis | Modelled at 48kHz | Powered by our High Quality Modelling Tier | Calibrated -18 with Red Drive at -24

AnalogX – British Diode Compressor Emulations (GENESIS)

The Broadcast Legend. Reborn in Genesis.

Inspired by one of the most iconic diode-bridge compressors ever made, the AnalogX British Diode Compressor captures the unmistakable glue, punch, and warmth of a classic mix bus weapon — fully reimagined in our High Quality Modelling Tier.

Perfect for bus compression, vocal levelling, orchestral shaping, and more, this pack gives you that “finished record” sound in seconds — now powered by advanced dynamic modelling, accurate transformer saturation, and nuanced timing response.

🧬 A Brief History

The original inspiration behind this pack was the legendary 33609 — a British diode-bridge compressor developed for broadcast and mastering use, later embraced by high-end studios for its classy tone and superb control.

Unlike FET or VCA designs, the diode-bridge topology imparts a unique harmonic curve and smooth transient rounding that made it the go-to tool for glue, sheen, and mix polish. Its roots in radio give it a natural musicality that holds up under pressure — from delicate string arrangements to full-on rock mixes.

This emulation set pays tribute to that legacy, with a modern twist in that these emulations are built using our most detailed profiling tools to date.

🎚️ What’s Inside

This updated HQ pack includes 12 expertly profiled emulations, covering multiple compression ratios, release times, and limiter behaviours.

Included Emulations:

• British Diode FA R400 2.1 – Smooth compression, 2:1 ratio with transformer warmth
• British Diode FA R800 3.1 – More energy and edge, 3:1 ratio
• British Diode FAR 2.1 – Fast Attack / Release, surgical and snappy
• British Diode FAR 3.1 – Tighter compression with refined midrange
• British Diode FAR HEAVY LIMITER – Full-bodied limiter emulation for mix bus taming
• British Diode SA R400 2.1 – Slower attack, transparent lift, ideal for vocals
• British Diode SA R800 3.1 – Richer tone for grouped instruments
• British Diode SAFR 1.5 – Soft and musical for delicate content
• British Diode SAFR 2.1 – Clean glue-style compression
• British Diode SAFR 3.1 – Balanced dynamics for drums or guitars
• British Diode SAFR 4.1 – Tight and punchy with harmonic grip
• British Diode SAFR 6.1 – Firm control with subtle colour
• British Diode SAFR HEAVY LIMITER – Limiting profile for dense material or master glue

Each profile is powered by our High Quality Modelling Tier, capturing not just frequency curves — but true diode-driven dynamics, harmonic shaping, and transformer behaviour.

💡 Why It Stands Out

• ⚡ Inspired by the classic British 33609 — without naming names
• 🧬 High Quality Modelling Tier — Richer dynamics, better-than-real saturation, smooth release behaviour
• 🎛️ Multiple Timing Options — From soft levelling to aggressive clamp
• 🧲 Transformer, Diode, and Limiter Emulation — The full circuit, not just EQ curves
• 🎧 Modelled at 48kHz — Ultra-fidelity meets performance
• 🔄 Red Drive Calibrated at -24 — Correct gain structure, straight out the box, it's simple! Just turn up the red-drive for more compression and adjust the output level to taste.
• 🎚️ Genesis Format Only — Built for the Genesis engine, not ported from another platform

⚙️ How to Use It

1. Insert on bus, group, vocal, or mix
2. Feed in audio at -18 LUFS (RMS or average)
3. Set red drive to -24 (fully left) — compressor models use this standard
4. Gain match output from within Genesis
5. Print or freeze if CPU gets tight — this tone is worth it

🧩 Use Cases

• Mix Bus – That classic glue with punch and polish
• Vocals – Levelled and sweetened, with rich body
• Drums / Percussion – Transient control without harshness
• Mastering – Glue + control in one profile
• Parallel / Creative Use – Push the limiter modes for extra vibe

💰 Pricing & Format

Price: £16
Format: .gen (Genesis Exclusive)
Availability: Available now from the AnalogX Store

🎙️ Near analog…

We’ve always said we don’t pretend to be analog — but our users keep telling us otherwise. Time and time again, producers say our emulations do sound like the real thing. Some even tell us to stop being so modest and just own it. So, alright… you got it.
Welcome to the world of truly analog-sounding emulations — inside the box.

🛑 AnalogX Product Disclaimer

AnalogX products are digital emulations inspired by both classic and modern recording devices. Our products are designed to emulate and pay homage to both legendary hardware and our own proprietary DSP inventions. We utilize both open-source modeling and custom-built neural inference models.

AnalogX has no formal affiliation with, endorsement from, or licensing agreement with any hardware manufacturer. All product names, brands, visual styles, and tonal references are used solely for descriptive and educational purposes.

AnalogX products are digital downloads only, containing no physical hardware. All trademarks and logos remain the property of their respective owners.

By purchasing and using AnalogX products, customers acknowledge these are independent emulations and not official recreations or partnerships.