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MBM Audio launches magic.PRESS vocal compressor plugin

10.29

MBM Audio (Music by Mattie) has introduced a new compressor effect plugin designed for vocals. With one button, magic.PRESS automatically compresses your vocal toward the “hit pocket.

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