KIT Plugins BB N54
2 Compressor Plugins
A Legend Wrapped In Marinair Transformers
Inspired by the iconic Neve 2254 compressor/limiter, the BB N54 delivers rich, analog warmth and musical dynamic control straight to your DAW.
Designed in partnership with Blackbird Studio and tuned to John McBride's personal taste, it captures the unmistakable low-end weight and harmonic depth that made the 2254 a studio essential.
Dial in classic compression with ease.
The BB N54 combines dual-stage compression and limiting with a modern workflow, giving you the power to add cohesion, warmth, and character to any track - without the hassle of complex setups.
BB N54 Single
The KIT BB N54 Single is a loving recreation of what makes this diode bridge compressor special.
The N54 oozes mojo and creative possibilities making it useful in all sorts of context.
BB N54 Dual
The KIT BB N54 Dual is the same great sound of the N54 Single but with additional features to support your more complex stereo needs such as mid/side.
Whether you need a simple vibe filled compressor, or a detailed mid/side effect we have you covered.
Features
- Input, Output Trim and Meters - Input and Output trim controls provide (+/- 36 dB) gain staging in and out of the plugin. The Output trim also acts as your make-up gain control should only the compressor be engaged.
- Gain Reduction Meter - The GR meter displays applied gain reduction from processing; coupled for both compression and limiting.
- On/Off - Enables or Bypasses the plugin.
- Sidechain Filter - Allows a select frequency range to be removed from the process detection circuit. (Off, 20 Hz to 5 kHz).
- Mix - Sets the ‘Dry/Wet’ balance between unprocessed and processed audio. (0 to 100%).
- Linked (Dual only)- When in Linked mode, controls and processing are mirrored between stereo left and right channels.
- Unlinked (Dual only) - Provides independent control for each left/right channel. An additional Trim (screw) control is exposed in this and Mid-Side mode to adjust the output volume (+/- 20 dB) independently for each channel for monitor and process balancing.
- Mid-Side (Dual only) - Enables Mid-Side processing (Left = Mid, Right = Side), with the Trim control exposed for independent channel monitor and process balancing.
- Mid & Side Solo (Dual only) - Click to listen to either Mid or Side processing in isolation - to dial in your desired sound.
- A/B Selection - For quick audition and manipulation of two preset/user derived settings states.
- Preset Management System - Allowing the user to save and recall presets, load Factory and Collaborator presets curated by the KIT Plugins team and notable Grammy winning Engineers.
- Undo/Redo - Does exactly as it says on the tin.
- Fully Resizable UI - Drag the bottom corner of the interface to resize, or select from set size settings via the Options Menu.
- Options Menu - includes: UI Size (preset size options), Link UI Size (to conform all instances to a UI window size), Display Tooltips, and access to the Manual, About window (detailing plugin information), Support, and more.
System Requirements
- MacOS 10.14 Mojave and above
- Windows 7 and above (64-bit only)
- Intel, AMD, or Apple Silicon CPU
- 4GB RAM or more
- 4GB free storage space
- Free iLok account and iLok License Manager
- iLok Machine, iLok Cloud, and iLok USB licensing methods are supported
- Includes 2 activations per license
Plugin Formats
AAX Native, AU, and VST3