Nomad Factory Bus Driver – Vintage Optical Compressor VST Plugin
Bus Driver by Nomad Factory is a vintage-style optical compressor plugin designed to deliver warm, analog-style compression with tube saturation modeling. Inspired by classic compressors from the 1960s, Bus Driver brings the character and musicality of analog gear into your digital audio workstation, making it ideal for mixing engineers, producers, and mastering specialists.
Full Description
Bus Driver is a versatile dynamics processor that combines smooth optical compression with tube-style saturation and soft-clipping output. Whether you're working on vocals, drums, bass, or your entire mix bus, this plugin adds warmth, punch, and analog charm to any signal. It’s designed to be intuitive and musical, with controls that let you dial in everything from subtle glue to aggressive limiting.
Key Features
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Optical-style compression modeled after vintage tube units
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Tube-Driver Saturation with triode, tetrode, and pentode characteristics
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Soft-Clipping Output Stage to prevent harsh digital distortion
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Compression ratios from 2:1 to infinite (brickwall limiting)
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Input and output gain controls with ±12dB range
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Preset management, including artist-designed presets
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Usable on individual tracks or full mixes
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Compatible with VST, AU, and AAX formats
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Works on both Windows and macOS systems
Compatibility
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Formats: VST, VST3, AU, AAX
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Operating Systems: Windows 7/8/10/11 and macOS (Intel 64-bit)
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DAWs Supported: Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase, Pro Tools, FL Studio, and more
Bus Driver was also offered for free for a limited time in 2016 as a tribute to Nomad Factory’s founder Bernie Torelli. Since then, it’s become a hidden gem among producers who value analog-style compression with a modern twist.
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