Completely refreshed V2 look and feel built for high-DPI displays.
Folders, tags, favorites, and quick search across all presets.
Hear detailed side-by-side comparisons instantly on the top bar.
Loudness-matched comparison so volume changes don't fool your ears.
Instant LUFS readout built right into every V2 plugin window.
Simulate power supply voltage drop for worn, unstable vintage grit.
New oversampling algorithm for cleaner, silky top end without harshness.
Reduced CPU consumption across most plugins for larger session counts.
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Add warmth, grit, and analog character. All 16 V2 plugins including Effects, Instruments, and Studio Helpers with upgraded DSP, smart presets, level-matched gain, and lower CPU.
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The Herd V2 brings three wildly different compressors together in one powerful plugin. Blend the smooth musical character of Opto, the punchy precision of VCA, and the gritty attitude of Devil to create everything from subtle mix glue to explosive parallel compression. Now with improved algorithms, Mid/Side processing, and smarter gain staging, The Herd V2 gives you more ways to make your tracks hit harder without losing their soul.
Three Compressor Engines - Combine Opto, VCA, and Devil for unique compression textures.
Parallel Compression - Blend heavily compressed audio with your dry signal to preserve punch and dynamics.
Mid/Side Processing - Shape compression across the center and sides of your stereo image.
Extended Tone Control - Warm up, brighten, or reshape the character of your signal.
Attack / Release - Dial in everything from tight transient control to smooth, musical movement.
Improved V2 Algorithms - Refined compression response for even more musical results.
Smart Gain & Link Gain - Make level-matched decisions and manage gain staging effortlessly.
A/B Comparison - Instantly compare two different settings.
Short-Term LUFS Metering - Monitor perceived loudness while you work.
New Preset System - Find your sound faster with folders, tags, favorites, and search.
Oversampling - Enjoy cleaner processing with reduced aliasing.
Three distinct compressor characters that can work together
Powerful parallel compression without complicated routing
Add punch, warmth, and energy while preserving transients
Perfect for drums, vocals, bass, and mix buses
Faster creative decisions with smarter V2 workflow features
Formats: macOS VST3 / AU / AAX / Standalone, Windows 64-bit VST3 / AAX / Standalone
CPU: 1 GHz dual-core or better
RAM: 4 GB minimum (8 GB recommended)
OS: macOS 10.13+ or Windows 8+
Safari Pedals are software plugins for your DAW. They are not hardware pedals.
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Open The Herd - Parallel Compression gone wild V2 in your DAW and enter the serial when prompted. Covers 4 machines — works offline.
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Perpetual license · Free V2 updates · Yours to keep
Mac OS X 10.13+ (Apple Silicon / Intel) · VST3 / AU / AAX · Windows 8+ 64-bit · VST3 / AAX