Compressor
The Glue
by Cytomic
A paid bus compressor from Cytomic modelled on the classic 1980s British large-console bus compressor.
Before you buy
- Pricing model
- Paid[1] One-time purchase; trial available.
- Runs on
- macOS, Windows No Linux version listed.
- Logic Pro
- AU version listed for macOS
- Other formats
- VST2, VST3, AAX
We don't list prices: they change often. Check the manufacturer for current pricing. Requirements below are as the manufacturer states them.
Documented features
- Modelled on the classic 1980s British big-console bus compressor.[1]
- Range control that limits the maximum amount of gain change.[1]
- Mix control that crossfades the dry and compressed signals in a phase-accurate way.[1]
- External side-chain support.[1]
- Built-in soft -6 dB/octave side-chain high-pass filter.[1]
- Peak Clip option that clips peaks after compression.[1]
- Oversampling, with x2 recommended for real time and x8 for offline rendering.[1]
- Oversampling can be turned off for zero latency.[1]
- Stereo linking adjustable in 25% steps, down to dual-mono behaviour.[1]
Specifications
| Current version | 1.9.3 (14 August 2026)[1] |
|---|---|
| Side-chain triggering | External side chain supported[1] |
Compatibility
| macOS | macOS 10.13 or later, Intel or M1 (64-bit)[1] |
|---|---|
| Windows | Windows 10 or later, Intel/AMD (64-bit)[1] |
| Plug-in formats |
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Where we discuss it
Buying guides
Sources
Every fact on this page links to one of these manufacturer sources. Nothing here comes from hands-on testing.
- The Glue – Cytomic, Cytomic. Accessed .