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An introduction to DOTEC-AUDIO DeeCompressor, based on information from the maker and distributors: what it does, how to use it and who it may suit. It is not scored.
The newly developed algorithm allows you to enjoy even higher quality, powerful, and comfortable compression.
— DOTEC-AUDIO official site
What is DeeCompressor?
DeeCompressor is a compressor plugin from DOTEC-AUDIO, a plugin maker based in Japan. It is a rebuild of the company's earlier flagship compressor, DeeComp, around a newly developed algorithm, and it first shipped in April 2022.
Both attack and release can be set starting from 0 ms. The maker states that the plugin has zero latency, which can be handy when monitoring while tracking or when comparing settings back and forth during a mix.
The ratio goes down to 0.5:1, a range below 1:1 that the maker describes as a way to emphasize the attack instead of only reducing level. The knee setting also covers a wide range.
Other functions include an M/S mode, adjustable channel linking, auto release, a built-in limiter, side-chaining, HPF and LPF filters on the detector, and 64-bit double-precision processing. It is offered as VST2, VST3 and AAX on Windows and Mac, plus AU on Mac.
Attack and release from 0 ms
Both times can start at 0 ms, and the plugin is stated to have zero latency. You can try very fast settings as well as slow ones on the same screen.
Ratios down to 0.5:1
Ratios below 1:1 let you emphasize the attack instead of squashing it. That may be worth trying on drums where you want more punch.
M/S mode and channel link
The stereo signal can be split into mid and side and compressed separately, and the link amount is adjustable, which may help when you want to keep the stereo width.
Auto release and built-in limiter
The release time can follow the signal automatically, and a limiter is built in to catch peaks. This keeps setup simple for people who prefer fewer manual settings.
HPF and LPF on the detector
Filters narrow the band used for level detection, so clicks and sibilance can be made less likely to trigger the compressor, or compression can be aimed at a chosen range.
Side-chain and 64-bit processing
External side-chain input is supported and internal processing is 64-bit double precision, which suits ducking a bass under a kick, for example.
Free demo to test first
A demo version is available. It inserts one second of silence every 30 seconds, so you can check that it runs in your own DAW before buying.
Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor |
| Formats | Windows: VST2, VST3, AAX (64-bit); Mac: VST2, VST3, AU, AAX (64-bit) |
| Mac OS | 10.12 or later |
| Latest version | 1.0.4 (13 Jan 2026) |
| Latency | Zero |
| Processing | 64-bit double precision |
| Ratio | From 0.5:1 |
| Attack / release | Adjustable from 0 ms |
| Authorization | Serial key registration (internet connection required) |
What is included and system requirements
- Windows: VST2 / VST3 / AAX (ZIP, 64-bit, about 13 MB)
- Mac: VST2 / VST3 / AU / AAX (ZIP, 64-bit, about 24 MB)
- Manuals in English and Japanese are included in the download
- A serial key is issued on purchase; registering it removes the demo limits
How to use it
- Download the demo for your OS from the official page and install it.
- Rescan plugins in your DAW and insert DeeCompressor on the track you want to compress.
- Lower the threshold until it reacts only to the louder parts.
- Set the amount with Ratio, then shape the start and tail of the effect with Attack and Release.
- Switch on auto release or the limiter if you need them, and adjust by ear.
- If clicks or sibilance trigger it too much, narrow the detector band with the HPF and LPF.
- On stereo material, try the M/S mode and channel link and check how the width changes.
- After testing the demo, buy a serial key and register it.
Evening out vocals
A fast attack with auto release may be worth trying to smooth level differences in a vocal, and the detector filters could help when sibilance is strong.
Adding punch to drums
Setting the ratio below 1:1 to emphasize the attack could be an option on drums or a drum bus, beyond simply reducing level.
Managing width on the stereo bus
Compressing mid and side separately in M/S mode may let you even out levels while keeping the stereo image.
Ducking with a side-chain
Feeding a kick into the side-chain input could let you dip a bass or synth briefly each time the kick hits.
Who it may suit
- People who want to try a compressor made by a Japanese developer
- People who want a zero-latency compressor for monitoring while tracking
- People who also want to try attack-emphasizing compression on drums
- People who like to test a full demo before buying
Good to know before you buy
- The demo inserts one second of silence every 30 seconds. Registering a serial key after purchase removes this.
- Registration requires an internet connection.
- The maker advises not using GMX, AOL, msn, hotmail or live.com addresses when buying, as emails may not arrive; a Gmail-type address is suggested.
- A discount applies if you own a serial key or coupon for the earlier DeeComp.
- On Mac, OS 10.12 or later (64-bit) is required.
How it differs from similar products
We do not pick a winner; the official figures are placed side by side.
Pure DCompressorFLUX::
DeeCompressor is a conventional compressor with ratios from 0.5:1 and attack and release from 0 ms. Pure DCompressor from FLUX:: aims at restoring dynamics in over-compressed material and costs 79 USD (DeeCompressor is 120 USD). They have different purposes, so neither is ranked above the other.
Price
$120 (DOTEC-AUDIO official site, checked 2026-10-27). Prices can vary by region and promotion, so check the official page before buying.
See DeeCompressor on the product page
Sources: dotec-audio.com flux.audio (checked 2026-10-27)
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