The regular one will suffice for the described need.
As mentioned, you'll be surprised how easy it is for even a beginner to get very good results.

The only other thing you could use to honestly compare your finished product to commercial ones (besides your ears) is a good metering plugin.
I've mentioned PARMeter before. If you can find it anywhere it gives some pretty interesting stats/views/readings.
I should try to email Jeff and see if I can share it, as it is no longer available for sale.
I read once it was because it didn't play nice with 64 bit OS, but it runs just fine here.
However 'it must be used as a "master insert" and will not work as a "send effect"'

I do not work here, but the benefits are still awesome
Make your sound your own!