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Sometimes I've had phasing issues when running compressed audio with the original source.

Just for example: Take a lead vocal out of PT into an outboard comp, then re-record it back into PT. Then try to blend those two tracks and see how badly it can phase, even if you "time align" them manually.

I haven't read much of this thread and maybe what I'm explaining has nothing to do with what you're experiencing, just skimmed over it. Sorry if this makes no sense lol!!