MJUC jr
by Klanghelm
4.6 / 5     (39 votes)
Win64 OSX
   
VST AU
MJUC jr. is a variable-tube compressor.

It's a variable-mu design with lots of vibe. capable of smooth leveling but also heavy pumping effects. With its two gain stages and interstage transformer simulation it offers a very deep and lively soundstage.

The three-position timing switch not only controls the attack and release times of the unit, but also the slew rate of the transformers and the timing of the other parts of the circuitry, that are directly influencing the generated harmonics (saturation).

MJUC jr. is a mix of Mk1 and Mk2 of its big brother MJUC. It's combining very natural, dense compression characteristics of the early days of this type of compression with a more forward sounding approach and more harmonics creating of the variable-mu comps of the early 1960s.
Downloads
Steve May 24 2023
(5 / 5)
May 24 2023
This is an amazing compressor. Tho it has very little in way of controls, just putting this on any track will return a result, that to my ears, is the most wonderful change to the track any paid or free compressor can attain. I have got my acoustic guitars to sound rich, warm, full and clear just putting this on the signal chain with a slow release, slight - 1,2 db reduction, made up with gain. It's simply the best. The harmonics, saturation, digital circuitry is something else. Just magic. Like others have mentioned, I'm seriously going to buy the big brother version of this. Incredible.
Jared Oct 23 2022
(5 / 5)
Oct 23 2022
Sounds awesome. I put one in every track. It really boosts whatever you have it on. Drum machine, synth, guitar, bass. It pushes into the 3d realm
Eel Oct 18 2022
(5 / 5)
Oct 18 2022
One of the best sounding compressors! Thank you!
Eel Oct 13 2022
(5 / 5)
Oct 13 2022
Just phenomenal.
FL Studio 20 user Jul 20 2022
(5 / 5)
Jul 20 2022
Works well, sounds good
jared Sep 01 2021
(5 / 5)
Sep 01 2021
Amazing. I used ableton drum studio for my drum sounds. It always sounds good but a little quiet and not full. I tried this at the end of my drum chain with the ableton reverb and this plugin brought my drums to LIFE! Through bringing the signal up to the red in the master and then going down till it was staying green, it has made my drums sound awesome, deep, and full. Just excellent. Can't wait to try this on my bass with the bass grinder plugin. 6 stars!
Willi Jul 08 2021
(5 / 5)
Jul 08 2021
This is a very nice sounding compressor. I often use it on bass guitar and sometimes on vocals. It works very smoothly and tames the peaks to get a nice and even loudness if desired.
Mark Lee Wilkins May 18 2021
(5 / 5)
May 18 2021
Love this thing. Remind me to actually buy its papa
Andy May 16 2021
(5 / 5)
May 16 2021
sounds great!
riki Jun 20 2020
(5 / 5)
Jun 20 2020
It sounds as it looks!
rumb Jul 28 2019
(5 / 5)
Jul 28 2019
Ничтяк!
Andrei Jun 05 2019
(4 / 5)
Jun 05 2019
It was the best free Klanghelm's compressor, but when the developer updated DC1A to the v3, MJUC Jr became obsolete. Still, it's good and remains better than most of the free VST Fx on the market.
Yoogyman Jan 02 2019
(5 / 5)
Jan 02 2019
Absolutely excellent. I went on to buy the 'big brother' MJUC and it has immediately become my 'go to' compressor. But this junior size is superb too. I simply found that if this free one is so good, the bigger one (paid, 24 Euros) should be something to be reckoned with. I strongly advise buying the 'senior' version It's just about perfect.
Kre So Dec 12 2020
Dec 12 2020
I think i will do, rediscovered this version again.. sounds so good.
frank Jan 01 2019
(4 / 5)
Jan 01 2019
Perfeito. Melhor de todos
Guillaume Dec 04 2018
(5 / 5)
Dec 04 2018
Great, I do like it !!! En réponse à "!!!!!!!!!!", commentaire précédent: si tu ne sais pas te servir de tes DAWs ou installer des plugins correctement... on y peut rien ! Pour un plug gratuit, ce compresseur est vraiment cool et simple d'utilisation. Perso je le recommande les yeux fermés.
Gigitoe Sept 19 2018
(5 / 5)
Sept 19 2018
This is beautiful, both in terms of sound and design.
Baron F Mar 16 2018
(5 / 5)
Mar 16 2018
This stuff is just outstanding. And it`s bigger brother is a pure perfection.
Avalon Nov 09 2017
(4 / 5)
Nov 09 2017
Very good!
Pete Nov 08 2017
(3 / 5)
Nov 08 2017
Excellent comp with unique character. I find the metering is not sensitive enough, it compresses quiet a bit while needle not moving yet. No attack/release settings at this free version but he's got payed one with all that if needed.
Only me Dec 17 2016
(4 / 5)
Dec 17 2016
Really nice. Supermaailma HBC-2 (Hybrid bus compressor)is another great compressor, check it out, it glues all the parts together. I also like jscompshaper or jscomp (transparent) on the tracks and HBC-C on the busses, imho.
Banna Fish Dec 14 2016
(4 / 5)
Dec 14 2016
Good stuff,thanks.
Chris May 29 2016
(5 / 5)
May 29 2016
This Comp should actually be on top on the list for freebies!!! It sounds so unbelievable smooth and I love the simplicity, very easy to set up. Love it on vocals!Simply the best free analog modeled compressor plugin atm in my opinion!
Bloody Lamb May 26 2016
May 26 2016
I would like to point out for those who complain about the install : you can use Universal Extractor (v2.00 beta 2b or up) Once extracted, keep the folders {app} & {code_GetVST2Dir_32} (or {code_GetVST2Dir_64} for 64bit).. Delete everything else.. You will figure out when you do it ;)
Vinsz Jun 03 2018
Jun 03 2018
Really usefull trick. This thing (v.2 beta 4 for me) does the job. Merci Bloody Lamb.
izzywaan.ro Mar 15 2016
(5 / 5)
Mar 15 2016
The new standard for my music.....
Thor Jan 06 2016
(5 / 5)
Jan 06 2016
In my opinion the best free Compressor ever made!
Alex Dec 10 2015
Dec 10 2015
In auto = UAD LA-2A !!! Great!!!
OBYONETAOPY Sept 24 2015
Sept 24 2015
I don't like installs either, it's a pain, you never know what they really install and where, some spread so much on your DD that it's shitty job to uninstall all... DLL are best when you can.... Thanks anyway.
RPTE Sept 14 2015
(5 / 5)
Sept 14 2015
Klanghelm delivers again :) Nice and warm compressor.
Bloody Lamb Aug 02 2015
Aug 02 2015
I don't like installs.. I like just dlls best.. This install seems to be something I won't do.. too bad, I'm sure the plug is very good :(
Toby Jul 29 2015
(5 / 5)
Jul 29 2015
It's so lovely and smooth!
ksavHOMEworks Jul 22 2015
(5 / 5)
Jul 22 2015
***** and 5 X tnx :) great results 24/7
John Eshghi Jul 18 2015
(5 / 5)
Jul 18 2015
One of the best in it's kind.
fl user Jul 15 2015
(5 / 5)
Jul 15 2015
Great for drums and bass. It's like Vari comp (Native Instruments ).
Borlock Jul 15 2015
Jul 15 2015
This is the warmest and best compressor I've ever used. I really like this one, and it's free!