LA Comp vs Range 120 Guitar Amplifier
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LA Comp
This audio effect plugin offers a vintage-inspired optical compressor with modern flexibility. It provides in-depth control over dynamics, tube flavors, and stereo width, allowing for precise sound shaping on vocals and mixes. Compatible across multiple platforms for on-the-go creativity.
- Vintage and modern optical compression
- Multiple tube flavor options
- Auto-Gain functionality
- Emphasis frequency control
- Stereo spread for width
- Side-chain input
- Cross-platform presets
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Legendary sound with a modern twist. LA Comp reimagines a studio classic with unmistakable vintage tone bringing in-depth control. Whether you're crafting silky vocal lines or adding punch to your mix, it's got the soul of a legend with a twist of modern-day flexibility. Optical dynamics with ease. With side-chain, auto-gain, and in-depth control over tube and optical elements, you’ll have everything you need to shape your sound in ways you never imagined. Mix anywhere. Anytime. From the studio to your mobile rig, LA Comp is ready. With VST3, AAX, AU, and AUv3 compatibility across macOS, Windows, iPhone, and iPad, your sound goes wherever inspiration strikes—without compromising quality or control. Features -10 included cross-platform presets for instant inspiration -Auto-Gain to keep the focus on your dynamics -Analog warmth and drive with three tube flavors: Vintage, Modern, and Stock -Gain reduction (Mono or Stereo) and calculation options (RMS or Peak) -Emphasis frequency control for tailored compression -Stereo spread for enhanced width and space -Side-chain input for creative mixing and shaping -Allows external audio device use Fully compatible with VST3, AAX, AU, and AUv3.* *AUv3 and standalone only on iOS. Mac/PC (Sold separately) required for VST3 and AAX.
Range 120 Guitar Amplifier
This app emulates a classic British guitar amplifier, offering vintage tone with modern routing and effects. Sculpt your sound with detailed controls, cabinet flexibility, and studio-grade stompbox and post-amp effects. It includes a standalone version for use outside of a DAW.
- Vintage British amp emulation
- Frequency Attenuator Control (F.A.C.)
- Cabinet and Impulse Response (IR) loader
- Pre-amplifier stomp effects (Noise Gate, Compressor, Doubler, Overdrive)
- Post-amplifier effects (EQ, Delay-Reverb, Compressor)
- Standalone version included
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"Delivering vintage British amp character with modern routing, cabinet flexibility, and studio-grade effects." Nembrini Audio Range 120 captures its raw power, bold clean tones, and thick, saturated overdrive that shaped the sound of classic and hard rock. Modeled after the iconic Orange OR120* amplifier from the early '70s. Key Features - F.A.C. (Frequency Attenuator Control): Six-position rotary switch for tone sculpting and midrange voicing - Bass (Hz) and Treble (kHz): Interactive Baxandall tone stack for deep, rich lows and clear, vibrant highs - HF Drive: Adds sparkle and bite to the tone - Gain: Shape preamp distortion and control overall output level - Dual Inputs (High/Low): Offers clean headroom or enhanced saturation depending on selected input - Cabinets & Impulse Loader: Includes 6 carefully selected cabinet emulations and an impulse response (IR) loader to load and blend your favorite third-party IRs. Mic selection, positioning, and mixing options provide studio-level control. - Pre-Amplifier Stomp Effects: Noise Gate, Compressor, Doubler, and 808 Octane overdrive. All effects are draggable and re-orderable for full signal chain customization. - Post-Amplifier Effects: Studio-grade Equalizer, Delay–Reverb, and Studio Compressor. Each effect is draggable for flexible routing and detailed tone sculpting. - Standalone Version: Includes a standalone version of the plugin, allowing you to play and tweak tones without a DAW. STOMP EFFECTS - Noise Gate: Eliminates unwanted noise for a clean signal. - Compressor: Balances dynamics for a smoother tone. - Doubler: Creates a wide stereo image from a mono signal using dynamic panning, pitch detuning, and time offsets. - 808 Octane: Overdrive based on the classic 808 circuit, delivering smooth gain and midrange punch. Includes an optional octave-up switch. CABINETS - Cabinet Emulations: Six carefully selected cabinets, each emulating the sound of classic guitar speaker cabinets. - Microphone Emulations: Four premium microphones, each with selectable positions to capture the best tonal qualities. - Mixer: Volume and pan controls to blend cabinet and microphone sounds for a customized tone. POST EFFECT - Equalizer: Fine-tune your tone with high, mid, and low-frequency controls. - Delay - Reverb: Combines analog-style delay and lush reverb with tone, size, and mix controls for rich ambient textures. - Studio Compressor: Controls dynamics for a polished, consistent sound. Legal Disclaimer: OR120 is a registered trademark of Orange Music Electronic Company Ltd. NA Range 120 was developed by Nembrini Audio SRL based on its modeling techniques. Orange Music Electronic Company Ltd has not endorsed nor sponsored the NA Range 120 in any manner, nor licensed any intellectual property for use in this product.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: LA Comp at $9.99 against Range 120 Guitar Amplifier's $19.99. LA Comp also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months) and rating (4.2 vs 4.0). On review sentiment, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
LA Comp costs $9.99 and Range 120 Guitar Amplifier $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LA Comp holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 4 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
LA Comp ships an update every 3 weeks, Range 120 Guitar Amplifier every 7 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | LA Comp | Range 120 Guitar Amplifier |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 — better | $19.99 |
| Rating | 4.2 (5 ratings) — better | 4.0 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 51 MB | 76 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | OSC Audio | Nembrini Audio |
Customer experience
LA Comp
Range 120 Guitar Amplifier
In-app purchases
LA Comp
No in-app purchases
Range 120 Guitar Amplifier
No in-app purchases
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