Black Rooster Audio release VWB-1X

Vintage-inspired channel strip joins line-up

Black Rooster Audio's latest plug-in provides an all-in-one mixing tool inspired by classic analogue consoles. VWB-1X, or Vintage Mixing Workbench, presents users with a channel strip that offers EQ, compression and saturation, and has been designed for producers, engineers and sound designers who demand vintage tone with modern workflow .

The signal chain is headed up by variable low- and high-pass filters, which are followed by two dedicated EQ sections that are based on classic Pultec designs. The first houses a two-band midrange EQ inspired by the MEQ-5, while the second offers Black Rooster's take on the iconic EQP-1A. Next up is a Tube Compressor section that features a mix control for built-in parallel compression, along with a switch that allows it to be placed either before or after the plug-in's EQ sections.

While the plug-in's processing sections have been designed to replicate the sound of sought-after vintage hardware, its overall design is a little more modern. As well as being able to re-order the EQ and compressor modules, VWB-1X allows users to apply processing either in stereo or Mid-Side, as well as featuring a master mix control that allows the entire plug-in to be used in parallel.

Compatibility VWB-1X is supported on PCs running Windows 7 or higher, and Macs running macOS 10.10 and above. VST, VST3, AU and AAX plug-in versions are available.

Pricing & Availability VWB-1X is available now, and is currently (16 March 2026) being offered at an introductory price of $39£37.42, reduced from its full cost of $79£75. Prices include VAT.

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