Carve Audio Launches with the Smashburger Compressor

Carve Audio, a new plugin company founded by mixing and mastering engineer Mike Indovina, has officially launched with the release of its debut plugin: the Smashburger Compressor — a versatile dynamics processor that combines punch, control, and analog-style warmth in one simple, inspiring tool.

Introducing the Smashburger Compressor

The Smashburger Compressor isn’t just another dynamics plugin — it’s a flavor boost for your tracks. Designed to deliver punch, control, and vibe in one simple interface, Smashburger combines the responsiveness of classic FET compression with the tonal flexibility and warmth of modern analog-inspired circuits.

Key Features:

Classic Feel with Extended Controls
A fixed-threshold FET-style architecture lets you dial in compression simply by driving the Input. Extended attack and release ranges offer precise control — from snappy transient control to smooth, glue-like compression.

Shaper (Pre/Post Transient Control)
The built-in Shaper enhances or softens the attack of your signal without affecting sustain. Choose Pre mode to shape transients before compression for added punch, or Post mode to restore snap and definition after compression.

Harmonic Enhancement Section (Tube + Tape)
The Tube and Tape circuits add richness, warmth, and cohesion.
Tube: Adds low-end body and analog warmth without harshness.
Tape: Thickens the mix with subtle compression, saturation, and harmonic smoothing.

Use both together for a powerful analog-style tone stack that brings tracks to life.

Wet/Dry Parallel Control
Blend between compressed and dry signal for effortless parallel compression — no routing required. Perfect for adding excitement and energy while preserving transients.

Oversampling Options
Choose between 2x, 4x, 8x, or 16x oversampling for pristine sound quality, ensuring detailed processing whether you’re tracking, mixing, or mastering.

Input/Output Linking
Maintain consistent loudness as you drive the Input harder — preserving punch and headroom while delivering rich, musical compression.

About Carve Audio
Carve Audio was founded with a simple mission: to help musicians, producers, and engineers simplify creativity, elevate their sound, and inspire confidence in the studio.

Behind the brand is Mike Indovina, a seasoned mixing and mastering engineer whose credits include artists on Sony, Universal, Roadrunner, and Republic Records. Mike is also the founder of MasterYourMix.com and the author of two #1 best-selling books on music production, The Recording Mindset and The Mixing Mindset.

Carve Audio represents the next evolution of Mike’s mission to make professional-quality sound accessible to anyone working from a home or project studio.

Compatibility & Pricing
The Smashburger Compressor is compatible with macOS and Windows, supporting VST3, AU, and AAX plugin formats.

Regular Price: $79 USD
Introductory Price: $29 USD (limited time)

For more information, please visit: https://carveaudio.com






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