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Twisted Lemon Sidekick4

Twisted Lemon Sidekick4

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Afrojack

DanTDM

Orjan Nilsen

6 wishlisted

17 saved

Page last updated Feb 06, 2026

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Elevate your mixes with the Twisted Lemon Sidekick4, a versatile compressor plugin designed for musicians and producers seeking precision and creativity. This dynamic tool provides the perfect balance between simplicity and depth, allowing both beginners and seasoned audio engineers to fine-tune their sound effortlessly. The Sidekick4 integrates seamlessly into your digital audio workstation, offering an intuitive interface that makes compression adjustments a breeze.

At the heart of the Sidekick4 lies its unique frequency-dependent compression, enabling you to target specific frequency ranges with surgical precision. This feature is invaluable for crafting mixes that stand out, ensuring each instrument finds its place without overpowering the ensemble. Whether you're looking to tighten up a bassline or add punch to your drums, the Sidekick4 delivers with clarity and control.

The plugin also includes a range of presets, providing quick solutions for common compression scenarios, while still allowing for comprehensive manual adjustments. With its low-latency performance and efficient CPU usage, the Sidekick4 ensures a smooth workflow, even in the most demanding projects.

Key Features:

Frequency-dependent compression for precise control
Intuitive interface for easy navigation and adjustments
Seamless integration with major digital audio workstations
Comprehensive preset library for quick setup
Low-latency performance and efficient CPU usage
Real-time visual feedback for dynamic processing

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about 11 years ago

Easy & fast

Great for simple & fast compression. Works fine and great response!

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Artist usage

See how Afrojack uses Twisted Lemon Sidekick4

Afrojack

Music Producer

AJXJS

Verified via Instagram

Afrojack can be seen using Sidekick4 in his studio, and the Twisted Lemon website quotes him as saying, "...I use Sidekick on almost everything."

See how Orjan Nilsen uses Twisted Lemon Sidekick4

Orjan Nilsen

Music Producer

O & R

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Here Orjan Nilsen mentions using Sidekick for sidechaining the percussions in FL studio.

See how DanTDM uses Twisted Lemon Sidekick4

DanTDM

Composer

Verified via YouTube

you can see it at 4:25

Genre Usage

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Progressive House

Uplifting Trance

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