fjz
Are you sure the problem is not caused by Channel Tools?  I can tell you that, on my rig, I've had many issues with Channel Tools (but note that I'm still using X3e).  Do you have the same problem when using the PC or the VST version of the CA-2A?  When you removed the CA-2A for testing, did you try replacing it with other compressors to see if they plays nice with the Channel Tools?  

I did use a different compressor and it worked fine. I don't use the PC, so I can't comment on that.
 
Regards,
Dan

bapu
Spend some real do$h and get the UAD version.

I did. FedX has it.

timidi
Not sure what it's called James. But, yea, the PCI-e Octo thingy...(+13 plugs)
Yea, the LA2A and 1176 are on the list. What else do you think is "can't live without"?
 
I'm just starting to realize, this is going to be a very big hole.

Oh my friend, you are in for a wild ride! :)
 
OK, don't do ANYTHING without researching first. The UAD forums (http://uadforum.com/activity.php) have a bunch of good people on it and the question "what should I buy" is asked OFTEN. Do a search and you'll get lots of good advice. When in doubt - check here with us and on the UAD forum before making a purchase! :)
 
A few basic things to consider:
 
1. Buy during sales. The list price of these plugins is wetarded, but you can get great deals.
2. You will probably get a coupon with your Octo for getting a number of plugins. Demo the ones that seem of interest to you, and do your best to use the coupon on the more expensive plugins. 
3. The "collections" such as the LA2A, 1176, and Pultec often go on sale - don't use your Octo coupon to get those. Use the classic versions until a sale comes up and then jump on them.
4. You can try out any plugin in demo mode for something like 15 days. When you buy a plugin, it resets all of your demos so use this in your strategy.
5. I would not buy any plugin on UAD that you can buy native - ala the Plugin Alliance/Brainworx plugins.
 
Now, favorite/must have plugins are very subjective but I'll share with you my thoughts.
 
DISCLAIMER: I have a TON of UAD plugins and I love most of them! The Fairchild for example, or the API eqs... but I wanted to really pair this list down to my personal top favorites (amongst a whole bunch of favorites). Not sure that made sense, but it's true. :)
 
1. 1176 and Pultec collections are a must have. (man oh man the Pultec is sweet!). Again though, I would try to get these collections on sale.
2. I LOVE the Ampex! I have the Studer and the Oxide but I always prefer the Ampex. I wish I had only gotten the one tape sim, and the Oxide (for me) was a total waste. This would be a good one to get with your Octo coupon.
3. The new API 2500 bus comp is my favorite bus comp at the moment. Another expensive new plugin, so one to consider for your Octo coupon.
4. The Neve 1073 is absolutely stellar!
5. Ocean Way to me is a tricky beast, but when you get it to work it is amazing what it can do. It's pricey, so this is a good one to use your initial Octo coupon on.
6. The Fatso is wonderful and very unique (to me).
 
Let me know if you have any questions - I've been down the rabbit hole deep for some time now! :)
 

DeeringAmps
UAD Octo = slippery slope!
 
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thanks to the mod that restored my post! Hope I wasn't conflicting in my own two posts... lol

This GS thread is a good place to read about the most popular UAD plugins.
 
I'd say the new SSL channel strip is also well worth trying. 
 
Cheers,
Eddie
 

timidi,
 
Did you buy a used card that came with plugins or brand new? What plugins came with the card?
 
What I meant about Ocean Way is I often find it hard to get it to work on a track, but when it does it is magical. I invited a friend of mine over and he's a professional touring sound guy and he walked me through using it and I'm getting much better results now, but I'm still a novice with it.
 
I do have the EMT - actually I have all of the reverbs. The EMT is indeed something special. I just left it off my list because I wanted to keep the list manageable and not give you 10 must haves! :) That said, if you need a reverb or just want an exceptional plate reverb, grab the EMT!

Eddie TX
To the OP: have you considered other "optical" compressor plugins that aren't LA-2A emulations? For example:

• Acme Opticom XLA-3
• Summit TLA-100
• bx_opto

These may float your boat even better than a true LA-2A. Have fun!
 
Cheers,
Eddie
 

Will check 'em out. Thanks Eddie!
 
Dan

bummer :( 

patm300e
A shoot out of the LA-2A Plug ins here:
http://www.virtualmixengineer.com/la2a-compressor-comparison/
 
Don't know ANYTHING about this, but the price is right (free!)
http://www.vst4free.com/free_vst.php?id=1186
 
Hope this helps!

Thanks!
 
Dan

Hello All, I used to be able to load the Cakewalk CA-2A in the PROCHANNEL, but its no longer available???
Anyone know why? Thank you in advance to what is likely a question already answered elsewhere, despite my search for it.
Thanks!
PS I use Platinum
 

39.99 Audio deluxe
https://www.audiodeluxe.c...-2a-compressor-limiter

Hello, I did get the free one when it was offered. My problem however, is that i was able to load the ca2a directly into the prochannel plugins and now am no longer able to as the ca2a does not even list in the prochannel offered plugins. As anyone else using platinum noticed this? I believe that a true one point cakewalk offered platinum users the ca2a as a direct prochannel plugin. At this time, however, seems that we are no longer offered the prochannel version of the plugin. I am surprised no other users have noticed this omission.
Perhaps something I should wrong with my install?? In any case, for those who have platinum, please check to see if the ca2a loads as a prochannel plugin.