Fast response
Shape transients and bring instruments forward with responsive compression.
← ALL PLUGINS
FET-INSPIRED DYNAMICS
Blue 76
Fast. Punchy. Full of character.
A compressor inspired by the attitude of classic FET dynamics, designed to bring energy and control to your mixes. From gentle leveling to bold, expressive compression.
Free plugin · Donations optional
Actual Blue 76 interface · V1.0.0FET-STYLE COMPRESSIONDYNAMIC CONTROLMADE IN BRITTANYFREE TO USE
THE SOUND
Compression with personality.
Built for creative dynamics processing, Blue 76 brings the spirit of classic FET compression into a straightforward workflow.
From subtle to bold
Use it for gentle dynamic control or a more assertive, energetic sound.
Mix-ready workflow
A focused tool for drums, bass, guitars, vocals and creative production.
THE CONTROLS
Dial in your character.
4:1 · 8:1 · 12:1 · 20:1
Four selectable compression ratios.
ATTACK / RELEASE
Adjust the compressor’s timing to your source.
ANALOG SATURATION
Drive, Asymmetry and Mix controls.
OVERSAMPLING
Selectable oversampling directly from the interface.
PRESETS
Save, rename and manage your settings.
VU METER
Monitor gain reduction on the illuminated meter.
GET THE PLUGIN
Your sound. Your rules.
Download Blue 76 for macOS or Windows. No account or donation required.
⌘
macOS
macOS · AU / VST3 (verify host compatibility)
DOWNLOAD INSTALLER ↓Version 1.0.0 · installer available
⊞
Windows
Windows x64 · VST3 (verify host compatibility)
DOWNLOAD INSTALLER ↓Version 1.0.0 · installer available
Official installer files are included with this website. Blue 76 is free; donations are optional.
SETUP GUIDE
Install. Load. Create.
Choose your operating system for the installation instructions. Check the release notes before installing.
- Download the official macOS .pkg installer from this page.
- If supplied as an installer (.pkg), open it and follow its instructions. For manual installation, copy the .component to /Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components and the .vst3 to /Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3.
- Restart your DAW and rescan plugins if needed. Find Blue 76 in your AU or VST3 effects list.
Only install packages you trust. Do not disable macOS security protections to run an unverified installer.
- Download the official Windows .exe installer from this page.
- Run the supplied installer if present. For a manual VST3 release, copy the .vst3 file or bundle into C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3.
- Restart your DAW and rescan VST3 plugins if needed. Find Blue 76 in your effects list.
Windows support and system requirements are not yet verified. Do not install files from unofficial mirrors.
System requirements, supported hosts, architecture and installer signatures will be published after release validation.
SUPPORT INDEPENDENT AUDIO
Free to download.
Made possible by you.
If Blue 76 earns a place in your sessions, you can help support future Ocean Bay Plugins development. A contribution is always optional.