Kiive Audio XTComp - Walkthrough | Plugin Alliance

Kiive Audio's XTComp is a FET compressor plugin with British Mode and a built-in saturation module. In this XTComp tutorial, Charles Hoffman demonstrates how to use all of the plugin's features. Use XTComp to slam drums, guitars, and vocals with compression.
Disclaimer:
The XTComp was developed by Kiive Audio using its own modeling techniques, and one of the products studied was the Distressor by Empirical Labs, which is unaffiliated with Kiive Audio. Empirical Labs have not licensed any intellectual property for use in the XTComp, nor have they endorsed or supported the XTComp in any manner.
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00:00 - Intro
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[@PluginAllianceTV]

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[@IntheDAW]

Does this new version come free to xstressor owners?

[@IntheDAW]

The answer was yes. I see it in my account lpl

[@aviatedviewssound4798]

I am highly impressed with the new GUI design. The previous knob colors were extremely unappealing, but now this unit resembles a limited edition Distressor.

[@Tabzunderground]

it does look easier on the eyes now I agree...

[@denvenn3601]

very good thing the new one. I have both, XStressor and now without any extra fees from Plugin-Alliance the XTComp. Must try it out to compare both models from Kiive. First I have seen is the choice between three knee-curves. If there are other differences in the praxis I will test. Merci to PA and Kiive for the free new XTComp for every one like me who has bought XTressor last year at Plugin-Alliance!

[@PluginAllianceTV]

Cheers for the great feedback and enjoy your testing!

[@LETTMusic]

After comparing the two manuals, the main discernible differences other than graphical changes is they added a Knee control (Hard, Normal, Soft), and changed the word at the bottom row from 'XTRESSOR MODE' to 'XTCOMP MODE'. So functionally, the main new feature seems to be Knee controls for harder snappier compression or softer more transparent compression. Recent email sent out also says "Kiive Audio has improved the general sound of the plugin, bringing it even closer to its inspiration" so maybe there are some under the hood improvements as well.

[@bangubw736]

I still think the Xtressor sounds better. XT Comp sounds different but I wouldn't say better

[@JoeyFTL]

​@@bangubw736can you elaborate? How is it different?

[@revivalsoundstudios6796]

A new compressor every 5 days. What a time to be alive.

[@JoeyFTL]

except it's not exactly new, it's a reskin of the xtressor

[@halyalkarfamily4079]

This is one of the most amazing, superb sounding compressors I've ever used!! Wow! It's so good!!

[@PluginAllianceTV]

Couldn't agree more. Thanks for the nice feedback!

[@waves7300]

Do a cl1b version!!! Take my money

[@OKLAHOMALOVE2]

Love this

[@Fwuzeem]

It does sound really decent

[@MixingMAN]

best soft distressor!!!!

[@waves7300]

The saturation knob is lowkey the best

[@bigheartsmolpen]

Last night this guy came to my dreams with this exact smile in the thumbnail. He whispered in my ears, "We're going to give you all our plugins for free." I cried ecstatically in my sleep like a little female dog that I am. I even peed a little. Woke up. Told myself, "dream on!" Cried again, this time for a completely different reason.

[@johnisrael5183]

Yeah...this definately woth purchasing

[@jayarecordsofficial]

Its quit good thoe

[@reflexsoundz]

I am surprised you never spoke about the opto mode settings on this..

[@TA_Solberg]

Xtressor is gone from the PA License Manager, so what do I do if I need to reinstall? Do I need to buy it once more, or will my license for Xtressor also work for XTComp?

[@kiiveaudio]

PA will be sending you info for installing the new version if you owned the original! Hit up their support if it doesn't show up soon! 💚

[@ThomasSchulteEbbert]

Hi, is the Kiive Audio "Xtressor" included in the XTComp or is this a different type of compression? ... regarding the fact, that the Xtressor is unavailable now at Plugin Alliance ...

[@PluginAllianceTV]

You will find that with the XTComp, some visual elements have changed, some features were added, and the emulation is closer to the behaviour of the hardware that inspired the plugin. All users of the previous version are entitled to a free upgrade to the Kiive Audio XTComp. If you can't find our email on how to proceed, please reach out to our customer support: support.plugin-alliance.com/hc/en-us/categories/10092652316445-Installation-and-Activation

[@DanielPestanaTranslations]

So, once I noticed the Xtressor was discontinued, I installed the new version XTComp and I’m afraid it behaves and sounds completely different from the Xtressor, which was my favorite plugin and one of PA best plugins. For example a 10:1 ratio on the old one is now equivalent to 3:1 on the new one. Even the modes sound completely different. The nice body I got on the snare and toms in the old one is now gone. I’m struggling hard to get them to sound the same, but still hopeful. The Xtressor was perfect. Not cool Kiieve. You had the best Distressor plugin emulation. Why would you do this?

[@dontworry1849]

Couldn’t agree more

[@Lewis_Emblack]

Name changed and knobs made black because ELI thought both encroached on their copyright. Kiive said there are a few added features too, though not had a proper look to see what they are yet.

[@Lewis_Emblack]

As far as I can tell the only added feature is the "knee" selector (Hard, Norm, Soft), but honestly prefer the darker knobs on this anyway

[@Lewis_Emblack]

There are other differences under the hood too - phase is totally different, as is the saturation. It would be nice to have a full changelog tbh just so people know what to expect.

[@TIMV5151]

So how was this different form the Xtressor? Is it just a gui change because it looked too much like the hardware?

[@TIMV5151]

Btw is this included in the mega bundle already? Because I have an active plan but its in demo mode. Thanks!

[@tosho23]

same for me, im mega L user but demo mode @@TIMV5151

[@chrismueller4431]

Thinking the same thing. Use the xTressor and it feels very similar

[@PluginAllianceTV]

XTComp has been added to the MEGA Plan at no extra cost.

[@jzg7890]

I think it's time to start fixing some of the stuff like updating plugins, silicon compatibility and fixing the pa installer application instead of pumping out new products constantly..

[@PluginAllianceTV]

Our plugins have been compatible with M-series Macs for quite some time. Please check out the Installation Manager for updates and make sure you're running the latest versions: www.plugin-alliance.com/en/installation-manager.html

[@johnisrael5183]

Can you guys please please make a Better SSL Comp for Mastering.......Please send that up the Pipeline....Townhome is great for Drums but you guys need something like a Sta;m Audio type plugin...that can be a SSL G or SSL G as 2 Channel Bus Compressor Plugin.....2 Signal Channels with Widner option would make it better for mastering opposed to the Townhome Comp.......and make it sound more open but punchy...thats the ssl Sound...Open, Punchy and slighty saturated..... I hope this helps you guy...come up with a better Mastering SSL Comp

[@lilwombat]

I hate how this sounds compared to the xpressor thank god pirates still have it

[@duffybrickwood]

So they had time to shoot two videos but not enough time to send me a new license for the revision…….

[@PluginAllianceTV]

All users of the previous version are entitled to a free upgrade to the Kiive Audio XTComp. If you can't find our email on how to proceed, please reach out to our customer support: support.plugin-alliance.com/hc/en-us/categories/10092652316445-Installation-and-Activation

[@duffybrickwood]

@@PluginAllianceTV Thanks, the new license has arrived. Much obliged.