Valley People Dyna-mite by Softube dynamics processor plugin interface

Valley People Dyna-mite: Analog-Style Limiter and Expander Plugin by Softube

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Valley People Dyna-mite is a dynamics processor plugin from Softube that works as a limiter or expander, with added Slam and Gate plug-ins for focused control.

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01Overview

Valley People Dyna-mite is a dynamics plugin from Softube, modeled on the Valley People limiter and expander design. Its switch-based architecture covers limiting, expanding, ducking and keying modes, with release times from 0.05 to 5 seconds per 20 dB. The package bundles three plug-ins: the original Dyna-mite, along with Slam for downward dynamics and Gate for upward dynamics.

Best for

Vocal de-essing
Snare punch shaping
Kick and bass ducking
Reducing drum bleed
Aggressive vocal limiting

Developer: Softube
Category: Dynamics Processors
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Three plug-ins: original Dyna-mite, Slam and Gate
Peak and average limiting, including -20:1 negative ratio
Hard or soft expanding with extreme gate settings
Ducking and keying modes with external sidechain
Release from 0.05 to 5 seconds per 20 dB
Anticipatory Release Computation (ARC) to reduce pumping
Analog-modeled output distortion
Detector high-frequency filtering for de-essing

03In depth

Limiting, Expanding and Sidechain Control

The original Dyna-mite handles a wide range of dynamics work. Peak and average limiting are both available, including negative ratio limiting at -20:1. The detector can be filtered at high frequencies, which is useful for de-essing.

Expanding can be set hard or soft, with extreme gate settings also available. Ducking and keying modes use an external sidechain input, so one signal can control the level of another.

Release ranges from 0.05 to 5 seconds per 20 dB, and Anticipatory Release Computation (ARC) is included to reduce pumping.

Slam and Gate: Focused Versions for Daily Use

Slam is built for downward dynamics, covering compression and limiting in a more focused layout than the original. Gate covers upward dynamics, including gating and expanding.

The original plug-in is included with a slightly updated interface for users who want full control. All three plug-ins share the same license.

The output stage includes analog-modeled distortion, which Softube positions as a way to add character and attitude to processed sounds.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	Softube
Type	Plugin
Category	Dynamics Processor
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX, RTAS
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Dyna-mite support?

Dyna-mite is available in VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and RTAS formats. It runs on Windows and macOS and is 64-bit.

What do I need to run Dyna-mite?

You need a Softube account and an iLok account, plus a compatible host such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Ableton Live, Studio One or Reaper. Internet access is required for installers and license management, and the latest iLok License Manager should be installed.

Which operating systems are supported?

Supported systems are macOS Big Sur 11, Monterey 12 and Ventura 13, and Windows 10 (64-bit) and Windows 11. Apple silicon is supported natively on macOS.

Is Dyna-mite the same as Slam and Gate?

Slam and Gate are focused versions based on the same sound. Slam covers downward dynamics such as compression and limiting, and Gate covers upward dynamics such as gating and expanding. The original Dyna-mite is included as well.