The FG-Stress is a licensed digital replication of the iconic Empirical Labs Distressor. Designed to replicate the feel, tone, and behavior of this beloved compressor, FG-Stress provides engineers with a versatile and musical dynamic control tool.
Input
Sets the input gain. Higher values increase compression. Default: 5.
Attack
Controls how fast compression begins after exceeding the threshold. Range: 0–10.5. Default: 5.
Release
Controls how fast compression stops after the signal drops below the threshold. Range: 0–10.5. Default: 5.
Output
Sets output gain after compression. Range: 0–10.5. Default: 5.
Ratio
Sets compression ratio. Default: 6. Includes NUKE mode for limiting behavior.
Switch between ratios with left/right clicks or click the Ratio LED directly.
Shortcuts
- Shift + drag Input/Output = inverse link
- Click Ratio LED = direct selection
- Shift + click 10:1 LED = triggers Opto Mode
Detector Modes
- HP: Adds 86Hz high-pass to sidechain
- Bell: Adds 6kHz boost to detection
- Link: Mono detection for stereo tracks
Audio Modes
- HP: Adds 80Hz high-pass to audio
- Dist 2: Adds 2nd harmonic distortion
- Dist 3: Adds 3rd harmonic distortion
5 total states available for combinations.
Mix
Blend between dry and wet signal (parallel compression).
GR Meter
Displays gain reduction with 16 LEDs. Shows maximum GR in stereo when Link is off.
Distortion Indicators
- Yellow LED = 1% THD (lights at 0.25%)
- Redline = 3% THD
Useful when using distortion modes or 1:1 ratio.
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