# Multiband Compressor — audio unit effect plugin

> Professional audio effect plugin for music production with multiband compression. (iPhone/iPad app by Blue Mangoo Consulting Company Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multiband-compressor/id1528675416 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Blue Mangoo Consulting Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1475107602)
- Category: Music
- Price: $7.99
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-09-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multiband-compressor/id1528675416/reviews.md

## What is Multiband Compressor?

KEY FEATURES
1. Ultra-clean algorithm. Less than -140 dB harmonic distortion across all settings
2. Clean and simple interface
3. Side chain input with full band and band limited modes
4. High-resolution spectrum analyser displays the input and output volume at each frequency

ULTRA LOW DISTORTION COMPRESSOR ALGORITHM
  This unique envelope follower design ensures harmonic distortion of less than -140 dB for the full range of compressor settings. There is no cleaner compressor on the app store. 

SIDE CHAIN INPUT
  In host apps that support multi-input audio units you can use this app to achieve the pumping side chain effect typically heard in electronic dance music where the synth and other background instruments duck their volume in deference to the kick drum on every beat.

  The side chain input of this plugin has two modes. In full-spectrum mode each frequency band is compressed according to the volume of the full spectrum of sidechain input. In single-band mode each band is compressed based on the side chain level in only that frequency band itself. 

COMPRESSOR CONTROLS
  Each of up to four bands has eight compressor settings. They are input gain, output gain, attack time, release time, threshold, ratio, soft/hard knee, and wet mix.

## Key features

- Ultra-clean algorithm with < -140 dB distortion
- Simple and clean interface
- Side chain input with full band/band limited modes
- High-resolution spectrum analyzer
- Eight compressor settings per band

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multiband-compressor/id1528675416/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Needs Update

*2025-11-24*

Won’t play audio when enabled in Cubasis 3

### 1/5 — Buggy

*2025-11-14*

Doesn’t pass signal with one band on loopy pro. If you add more bands and delete the blue low freq band it works. That is until you save and reload the project then no signal again.

### 1/5 — Crashes my songs unusable

*2024-12-03*

I’m sorry I love the concept but I feel like I wasted my money it keeps on crashing in GarageBand I can’t even add the plug into previous projects they won’t even make a sound. When it does work I can even export the song because it crashes while exporting. It honestly would be amazing if it worked.

### 5/5 — Shaper

*2023-02-09*

I downloaded this app unintentionally.  However, after using it I’m glad I did.  
I don’t know if I’m using it right but it is very useful in shaping an already recorded track. It is good for fattening vocals as well. I would recommend for recording music In GarageBand.

### 5/5 — Easy to dial in great sound

*2022-10-17*

I love Multiband compression, but they’re often complex, at least for me… Mani’s MBC is really intuitive and quick to get that glue and balance that MBCs are so good for. Recommended very highly. All of his Multiband apps are fantastic. Actually all of his apps are fantastic!

### 3/5 — Customization limitations

*2021-10-20, version 1.0.3*

First things first - can actually confirm the point that harmonic distortion is low indeed as stated in the description, which makes it a decent option for a compessor. 

But on the other hand - i was quite surprised to see how poor options for some of the parameters are, and just can’t see any good reason for this. 
• specifically - ratio options are 1.5:1, 2:1, 4:1, 8:1, 16:1, 1000:1. uhmm.. rly? no choice at least in between 4:1 and 8:1, 8:1 and 16:1? 
this one is the biggest downside for me personally.

• the lowest possible value of release for each band is 50ms… - ??? really no potential use case scenarios u could see for 20-30-40ms values to include those to the parameter?

• the lowest treshhold is -40db. honestly expected it to be at least -50db for some heavy parallel cases. though it could be adjusted through input gain knob to match the needs - this is just a matter of comfort of usage. why to tweak two parameters if it can be done with just one knob?

…it’s just that to go for a MBCompressor by itself is a subject for some let’s call it “advanced” users’ choice, which makes it unreasonable to cut the customization options of the plugin this way, it just makes no sense to me. 
If it matters - i would ask u to at least include some sort of switch to “unlock” additional values for the parameters i mentioned above, if u consider it crutial for the plugin to have this limited choice by default. 

so my rate is 3of5 taking into consideration all the above in combination with a pricetag which just doesn’t fit the concept of such user interface limitations in my opinion (still crying about the ratio😭). for the half price it would look reasonable, but not for the actual amount it’s being sold for.

### 3/5 — Please fix

*2020-11-01, version 1.0.2*

On iOS 14 this plugin don’t save states in DAWs

### 5/5 — A total beaute

*2020-10-09*

Thanks once again for a brilliant plugin, this little thing is a beast for drums! Can’t wait to try it out in other interesting ways, but at least my main use for it has certainly been super successful. The UI is VERY SLEEK btw. 🔥

### 1/5 — App does not work

*2020-09-26*

And ISSUES GETTING REFERRED

## Frequently asked questions about Multiband Compressor

### What is Multiband Compressor?

Multiband Compressor is an audio unit effect plugin for iOS devices that provides advanced multiband compression with an ultra-clean algorithm. It allows users to precisely control dynamics across different frequency bands for professional audio mixing.

### What devices does Multiband Compressor support?

Multiband Compressor is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to integrate with host audio applications on these devices.

### How much does Multiband Compressor cost?

Multiband Compressor is a paid application, available for $7.99. This one-time purchase provides full access to all its features without any additional in-app purchases or subscriptions.

### Does Multiband Compressor have ads?

No, Multiband Compressor does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for uninterrupted audio production.

### How often is Multiband Compressor updated?

The latest version of Multiband Compressor was released on February 20, 2024. Updates typically focus on improving performance, stability, and compatibility with the latest iOS versions.

### What is the age rating for Multiband Compressor?

Multiband Compressor has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content concerns.

### Can Multiband Compressor be used for sidechain compression?

Yes, Multiband Compressor features a side chain input that supports both full-band and band-limited modes. This allows for creative sidechain effects, such as the pumping sound in electronic dance music, by ducking instrument volumes in sync with a kick drum.

### What kind of distortion does Multiband Compressor offer?

Multiband Compressor boasts an ultra-clean algorithm with harmonic distortion of less than -140 dB across all settings. This is achieved through a unique envelope follower design, ensuring minimal unwanted coloration of the audio signal.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.6 — 2024-02-20

1. Fix no sound bug in iOS 17

### 1.0.5 — 2022-07-19

1. Fix bugs related to wet mix knob.

### 1.0.4 — 2022-07-12

1. Fix wetmix knob.

### 1.0.3 — 2021-01-06

1. Fix crash bug on Zenbeats.

### 1.0.2 — 2020-10-01

Shared between au3 hosts

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