Media

Overview

The Millennia TCL-2 delivers the stellar, transparent sonics of the beloved Millennia Twincom in plugin form. The original hardware Twincom features Millennia’s “Twin Topology” technology, which gives users the ability to select either a full tube, or full J-FET/solid-state signal path.

Both the complete tube and solid-state signal paths have been faithfully modeled in the plugin version. In addition, the plugin version provides the ability to process Mid (M) and Side (S) information separately, as well as a Dry / Wet signal control for each individual channel.


The plugin version of the TCL-2 captures the tone of both of these circuit paths, bringing the Millennia sound to the DAW-based producer/engineer. From the transformer-less signal path, to the lower, tighter gain and threshold structure, to its unique single amplifier design, every aspect of the original hardware has been faithfully emulated in the plugin version. 

For the producer/mixer/engineer, the TCL-2 can be used for everything from ultra transparent peak control to some pretty crazy, stomped on and pumping compression effects. Mastering Engineers will love the precise control of compression parameters, the M/S processing capabilities and, above all, the stellar sonics. 

Download the full function 14-day demo (no dongle required!) today and hear for yourself what the Millennia TCL-2 can bring to your mixes and masters.

Features

  • Two paths to perfection with Twin Topology™
  • Stereo optical compressor/limiter with unprecedented sonic purity & integrity
  • All triode 300 V vacuum tube signal path or...
  • All discrete J-FET solid state signal path
  • Both topologies are entirely transformer-less, high voltage, pure Class A circuitry
  • Minimalist design for the purest sound:
    Only one active stage in the audio path!

Audio Examples

Industry Reviews

  • Joe Palmaccio

    Joe Palmaccio

    Senior Recording Engineer, Sony Music, NYC

    The TCL-2 is beautifully constructed and is as sonically neutral as anything I have heard.

  • Dave Martin

    Dave Martin

    Audio Media Magazine

    The Millennia Media TCL-2 is an amazing dynamics processor. The subtle differences between the two circuit topologies allow me to be much more precise when choosing the appropriate character for a… Read More

  • Simon Franglen

    Simon Franglen

    Composer & Producer (Avatar, Titanic, Michael Jackson)

    I am the devoted owner of several of John Le Grou’s spectacular Millennia modern classics. The TCL-2 is nearly identical to the hardware and that’s a VERY good thing.

  • Steve Mac

    Steve Mac

    Songwriter/Producer (Rhythm Masters/Bunker Recording Studios)

    Love the sound of the Millennia EQ. It just gives that sparkle on the top.

  • Lee Slater

    Lee Slater

    Producer/Mixer/Engineer (Emeli Sande, Roots Manuva, Lana del Rey)

    As a second compressor on a vocal or my main compressor on bass, it's always in my arsenal. Like the bastard lovechild of an 1176 and an LA-2A, you get it all.

Customer Reviews

  • TCL-2

    ★★★★★
    by Andrea Camilletti
    One of the best compressors on the market. An orchestra needs clean sounds and the Tcl2 offers a soft and clean sound to control the delicate orchestral dynamics. Great sound.
  • Great sound, but where is the sidechain?

    ★★★★☆
    by Wojtek
    How about adding the sidechain feature? It will make this compressor even better!
  • Millennia TCL-2

    ★★★★★
    by Chuck
    I just love this plug for mastering. It's so real and goes all the way from punchy to complete smash within a perfect and predictable dial configuration. It's like you know what it's going to do… Read More
  • Top !

    ★★★★★
    by Bruno Zucchetti
    Amazing Sound ! Top as every product of PluginAlliance !
    I use it by HDX Dsp and I've subscrived for Mega Bundle Yearly ,as a Top Recording Studio in a pocket ...
    i will buy everything… Read More
  • You can count on this

    ★★★★★
    by ITS
    All comps from PA are great. However when I look back I used this one most often over the years, especially for mastering job, across all genres and styles. I think that speaks a lot. Very natural,… Read More

Specifications

Supported Plugin Formats
AAX DSP, AAX Native, AU, AAX AudioSuite, VST2, VST3

Supported Operating Systems
macOS 15 down to macOS 12
Windows 11 down to Windows 10

Mac
Intel, or Apple Silicon

PC
x64-compatible CPU

System Requirements
Display resolution: 1440 × 900px or 1280 × 960px or higher
Memory: 2 GB RAM

Downloads

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