OnyxComp
Warm, punchy compressor with feed-forward topology, sidechain input, and smooth auto-release.
Overview
OnyxComp is a compressor plugin engineered by Vanta Labs. It's designed for use inside Equalizer APO as a VST insert, giving you studio-quality processing at negligible CPU cost. Ideal for streamers, podcasters, and producers who want reliable, hi-fi audio processing without opening a full DAW.
- Ultra-low latency processing
- Sample-accurate automation
- CPU-efficient DSP
- Preset system with A/B compare
- Sidechain-ready routing
- Full 64-bit internal precision
Screenshots
Installation guide — Equalizer APO
- 1DownloadSave the ZIP file for OnyxComp to a folder you'll remember.
- 2ExtractRight-click the ZIP and choose Extract All. ZIP, RAR, and 7Z are all supported by tools like 7-Zip or WinRAR.
- 3Locate the DLLInside the extracted folder you'll find PitchShiftPro.dll. Move it into a permanent VST folder (e.g. C:\VstPlugins).
- 4Open Equalizer APO ConfiguratorEnable APO for the device you want to process (e.g. your microphone).
- 5Open the Configuration EditorClick the + icon on any line and choose Plugins → VST plugin.
- 6Browse and select the DLLPoint Equalizer APO to PitchShiftPro.dll and click Open.
- 7ConfigureTweak the plugin's parameters in the popup. Changes apply live to your audio device.
- 8Save & restart audio service (if needed)Save the configuration. If audio glitches, restart the Windows Audio service or reboot.
- 9DoneOnyxComp is now processing your audio in real time.
Troubleshooting
Changelog
- v4.3.92026-05-09Performance improvements and small UI polish.
- v4.3.82026-04-21Added preset browser, new modulation shapes.
- v4.3.72026-03-15Initial public release.
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