Tube Saturation
Black Box HG-2
by Black Box Analog Design
Tube saturation modelled on high end analog hardware.
Overview
The HG-2 emulation is a favourite on modern R&B and pop chains for its smooth pentode and triode tube stages. Small amounts add density and weight without obvious distortion.
Best used for
Expensive sounding warmth on R&B vocals and mastering chains.
Why engineers use it
It sounds like real hardware. A tiny amount on a vocal bus glues everything together.
Official product page
www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/bx_bassdude.html