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  • Empirical Labs EL8X-S Distressor with British Mode and Image Link - Stereo Pair
    Empirical Labs EL8X-S Distressor with British Mode and Image Link - Stereo Pair
    Distressor Stereo Pair w/Brit Dual-channel Compressor with "British Mode" The Distressor gets its name from its feature of incorporating harmonic DISTortion with a classic knee compRESSOR. For instance, the Distortion 2 setting introduces a 2nd order harmonic, which adds tube-like analog warmth to the signal and the Distortion 3 setting introduces a 3rd order harmonic, which simulates tape saturation...
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  • API 2500
    API 2500
    2-Ch Stereo Bus Compressor Stereo Compressor with "Old" and "New" Compression, "Thrust" Circuit, Auto or Manual Gain Makeup, Variable Threshold, and Sidechain If you're after versatile compression, the API 2500 is a stellar pick. This stereo bus compressor sports API's patented "thrust" circuit, which ensures you can snag a hearty, chest-hitting low end. While the API 2500 is set up for stereo compression, you can also use it as two separate units. However you use it, though, you'll...
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  • KuSh Audio UBK Fatso
    KuSh Audio UBK Fatso
    Dual-Ch Character Compressor 2-channel Full Analog Tape Simulator / Optimizer with 6 Preset Compression Curves Designed by UBK Have you already heard of the mind-blowingly fat and warm sounds you can pull out of the Empirical Labs FATSO? It's like taking your sound straight out of the digital world and putting it back in that round and full analog domain. And because of that, the FATSO has been a studio mainstay for years. In fact, the folks over at KuSh...
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  • Empirical Labs EL7 Fatso
    Empirical Labs EL7 Fatso
    Full Analog Tape Simulator 2-Channel Full Analog Tape Simulator / Optimizer with Compression Saturate and enhance your sound with analog warmth! If you work on HD recorders, DAT's, CDR's, or any other digital medium, the Empirical Labs FATSO Jr. is exactly what you've been waiting for to fatten up your digital. This two channel Full Analog Tape Simulator/Optimizer (FATSO) with Knee Compressor simulates classic recording...
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  • Universal Audio 2-1176
    Universal Audio 2-1176
    Twin Vintage Limiting Amp Twin Vintage Limiting Amplifier with Stereo or Dual Mono Operation Finally, a true stereo 1176! With over 2000 units already sold to date since the year 2000 re-birth of Universal Audio's 1176LN, it is clear the public's love affair with the legendary sound of the 1176 is still as passionate as ever. The 2-1176 builds from the circuit design of UA's hugely successful 6176 Channel Strip and...
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  • Avalon VT-747SP
    Avalon VT-747SP
    Tube Stereo Compressor Stereo Discrete Class A Vacuum Tube Compressor with EQ Sweetwater has another amazing device from the mighty Avalon! The VT-747SP is their Class A tube stereo compressor/limiter with EQ built right in. Ideal for high performance DAW input signal conditioning, stereo buss compression-EQ, stereo keyboards and analog mastering applications. Find out why Avalon is the top choice of audio...
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    Want to save even more? We have a Demo model of this product available for just $2205.00. Demos often sell within hours, so act fast if you are interested. Learn more »

    Sale Price: $2,450.00
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  • TC Electronic Finalizer 96K
    TC Electronic Finalizer 96K
    Special Offer: 18 Months Interest Free Financing from TC Electronic!
    Dynamic Processor 24-Bit/96kHz Multi-Band Mastering Processor The latest progression in TC's Multi-Award winning mastering technology - the Finalizer 96K - delivers unprecedented levels of clarity, warmth and punch to your mix. The Finalizer 96K's all new set of advanced features and enhancements, including 96kHz internal and external processing truly puts the world of professional...
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  • Empirical Labs EL8-S Distressor Stereo Pair
    Empirical Labs EL8-S Distressor Stereo Pair
    Distressor Stereo Pair Dual Mono / Stereo Pair Analog Compressor with Harmonic Distortion The Empirical Labs "Distressor" is an analog compressor similar to the ELI8M Single Channel Distressor, but in a stereo/dual mono channel package. Users can add 2nd or 3rd order harmonic distortion to the signal to emulate tape saturation of the classic tube compressors from the 60's and 70's. Other features include classic knee...
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  • A Designs HM2 Compressor
    A Designs HM2 Compressor "Nail"
    Dual Mono Hybrid Compressor 2-channel Compressor with Variable Ratio, Mix Control, and Detection Signal Filter When you first check out the A Designs HM2 Compressor, you might respond the way we did, "wait a second, where did the Ratio knob go?" That's just the first major departure from standard compression. There are also extra parameters, such as a second threshold control and a wet/dry mix control. So, it should come a no surprise when...
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    (1 review) Sale Price: $2,595.00
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  • Manley ELOP
    Manley ELOP
    Electro-Optical Leveling Limiter Electro-optical Limiter, Dual-channel, with Stereo Link and All-tube Audio Path The Manley ELOP electro-optical limiter is designed to make your life easy - in signature Manley-quality fashion. Employing a similar principle as the older Teletronix and Urei LA-2A, LA-3, and LA-4 units, the Manley ELOP shines a Light Emitting Dioide onto a Light Dependent Resistor, but features modern VACTROL technology, so you...
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    Sale Price: $2,970.00
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  • Solid State Logic X-Rack Stereo Bus Compressor Module
    Solid State Logic X-Rack Stereo Bus Compressor Module
    XRack Stereo Bus Compressor Stereo Compressor with SSL G-Series Bus Compression, SuperAnalogue Circuit Design, and Side Chain Input Note: Must be installed in an XRack or Mynx to function. The SSL Stereo Bus Compressor Module answers the clamor from customers for the audio legend that is the center section compressor from SSL G-Series Consoles to be made available for the X-Rack system. The module, which is the first double-width module occupying two X-Rack...
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    (3 reviews) Sale Price: $2,299.00

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  • dbx 162SL
    dbx 162SL
    Special Offer: Pay NO INTEREST for 18 Months!
    Dual Channel Comp/Limiter Dual-chan Comp /Limiter The same familiar striking front panel, machined from 1/4" aircraft aluminum, handcrafted solid aluminum knobs, LEDs mounted individually in machined stainless steel housings, custom VU meters with peak indicators, and heavy gauge chassis mark the 162SL as a leader for decades to come. The 162SL combines the best features of all...
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    Sale Price: $2,099.95
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  • Crane Song Trakker
    Crane Song Trakker
    Single Channel Comp / Limiter Single-channel Discrete Class A Compressor Limiter Many engineers have a go-to compressor - or a few, for that matter - that impart a distinct character on what passes through it. But what if you had a compressor that could mimic the best of vintage and modern compressors? The Trakker from Crane Song employs discrete Class A circuitry to provide transparent compression with a soft...
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    (1 review) Sale Price: $2,550.00

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  • Avalon AD2044
    Avalon AD2044
    Dual Mono Opto-Compressor Dual Mono-Stereo, All-discrete Class A Optical Compressor If you need compression but don't want that "compressed" sound, the Avalon AD2044 Dual Mono Compressor is an ideal choice! The AD2044 is dead quiet, absolutely transparent, and delivers full frequency response even during heavy squeezing. That's why you'll find the AD2044 in major recording studios worldwide! Avalon AD2044 Dual...
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  • Vintech 609CA
    Vintech 609CA
    2-Ch Class A Comp Limiter 2-channel Class A Compressor/Limiter Put the Vintech Audio 609CA compressor/limiter to work in your studio! This transformer-balanced stereo compressor/limiter features circuitry based on famous Neve designs. Class A, with all discrete output amplifiers, the compression and limiting of the Vintech Audio 609CA is based on the Neve 33609, while the output amplifiers...
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    Sale Price: $2,950.00
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