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At Sweetwater, we've spent countless hours researching compressors / limiters, to make sure we can help you make your compressors / limiters decisions. When you call Sweetwater, you talk to a Sales Engineer that's well-versed in all aspects of pro audio - from means of getting gear to the gig safely to getting it all set up and working - and we're here to help you every step of the way. From before-the-sale questions to service and support after the sale, Sweetwater is there with you every step of the way. Call Sweetwater first - no one knows compressors / limiters like we do!
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dbx 266XL dbx 266XL
Dual Compressor/Gate with Balanced Inputs, LED Metering, and Side Chain Insert The dbx 266XL dual compressor gate breaks it down to the essentials. Square lighted switches let you see it in the dark, but that's about it as flashy as it gets. Onboard the 266XL, there's dbx OverEasy compression, and its Auto Dynamic continually adjusts the actual attack and release times to match the program material, so you...
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ART Pro-VLA II ART Pro-VLA II
2-channel Leveling Amplifier/Compressor with Optical Compression, Tube Gain Stage, and Mastering-quality Audio Path The ART Pro-VLA II is a tube driven Vactrol-based compressor/leveling amplifier designed for tracking, mixing, mastering, live sound, or broadcast situations. By using an opto-electronic design, (as opposed to a more typical VCA driven level detection circuit) the Pro-VLA II allows more compression to be added to an audio source...
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Alesis 3630 Alesis 3630
Stereo / Dual-mono Compressor / Limiter The Alesis 3630 is a great first compressor. place to get started  easy to understand, easy to get a sound out of, plus Alesis gives tips and musically useful settings in the manual. You get two channels of tireless compression for less money than many single-channel compressors. Ideal for recording, mixdown, instrument rigs,...
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dbx 166XL dbx 166XL
Stereo / Dual-Mono Compressor / Limiter with Balanced Analog I/O The 166XL delivers super-fine compression as a price you can afford! It's also incredibly easy to operate! Advanced gate circuitry uses new timing algorithms so release characteristics are smooth and natural - no awkward cut-offs or abrupt closings, even with complex signals. A comprehensive list of features, from stereo or...
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Samson S•Com4 Samson S•Com4
4-channel Expander/Gate Compressor/Limiter The S•com Series offers professional dynamics processing and performance at great prices. Extremely flexible, the 4-channel S•com 4 is perfect for all your important audio tasks. Each channel features Expander/Gate and Compressor/Limiter. You can use the channels individually or as a pair of stereo dynamics processors....
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dbx 1046 dbx 1046
4-Channel Compressor / Limiter Don't mess with a good thing? If the people at dbx have heard that old saying, they aren't listening. With the new 1046, they took the already excellent 1066, decided that if 2 channels of compression were good, then 4 channels of compression would be even better. With the dbx 1046 you get 4 independent channels of operation,...
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Focusrite OctoPre MkII Dynamic Focusrite OctoPre MkII Dynamic
8-channel Microphone Preamplifier with ADAT I/O and 8 Channels of Built-in Compression, 24-bit/96kHz Resolution This is cool. Focusrite's Octopre MkII Dynamic does more than take advantage of your interface's lonely, unused ADAT input for a beefed-up channel count. It actually features eight "single-dial" Focusrite compressors, aimed to give you much of the character of the renowned Focusrite Red 3 (without the hefty price tag). So, let's...
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BBE MaxCom BBE MaxCom
Compressor/Limiter/Gate with Built-In BBE Sonic Maximizer BBE has long been a leader in live sound applications with their ground-breaking Sonic Maximizers. The MaxCom is their latest incarnation of this innovative device, merging a highly sophisticated dual-channel compressor/limiter/gate with an on-board BBE Sonic Maximizer. The result is a live or recorded mix with all the clean,...
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Empirical Labs Distressor EL-8XM Empirical Labs Distressor EL-8XM
Single-channel Analog Distressor with Harmonic Distortion, 8 unique curves, and sidechain EQ The Empirical Labs EL-8M Distressor restores warmth  orputs some of that vintage  sound in your digital recordings. It works with all types of music. It adds extra oomph  to complex digital mixes by adding second- and third-order harmonic distortion. Plus, it offers advanced sidechain EQ, eight unique curves, and provides...
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dbx 1066 dbx 1066
Dual-channel Compressor/Limiter/Gate Many of your audio experts at Sweetwater think the 1066 is one of the finest units ever to come out of dbx - and considering the status dbx holds in audio processing, that's really saying something. A dual-channel compressor/limiter/gate driven by the dbx V2 VCA. Each channel features program-dependant attack and release or...
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Universal Audio 1176LN Universal Audio 1176LN
Limiting Class A Line Level Amplifier with All Transistor Circuitry Sometimes a box comes along that completely changes the face of popular music  like the 1176, for instance  and it becomes a legendary piece of gear. The 1176 is one of a select few true studio essentials, a standard for perfect vocals and punchy bass, imparting some of that elusive sonic magic  found on countless classic...
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PreSonus ACP-88 PreSonus ACP-88
8-channel Compressor/Limiter/Gate Looking for the perfect dynamics processor for live sound applications like concerts or church PA? Then check out the ACP-88! The ACP-88 is simply loaded with the stuff you need to get the job done right! Take a look - you get eight separate compressors (hard or soft knee) with full control of threshold, ratio (1:1 -20:1),...
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dbx 160A dbx 160A
Single-channel Compressor/Limiter One of the most popular compressor/limiters here at Sweetwater, the dbx 160A is the latest in the legendary dbx 160 family of signal processors. Featuring switchable OverEasy and hard-knee compression curves along with a wide range of threshold settings, the 160A can handle your toughest dynamics tasks. True RMS level detection...
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Empirical Labs Distressor EL-8M Mono Empirical Labs Distressor EL-8M Mono
Single-channel Analog Distressor with Harmonic Distortion The Emprical Labs Distressor is a unique analog compressor that allows the user to add 2nd or 3rd order harmonic distortion to the signal, emulating tape saturation and the classic tube compressor sound of the '60's and '70's. The Distressor also offers advanced sidechain EQ, eight unique curves and Empirical Labs' exclusive...
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API 2500 API 2500
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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Summit Audio TLA-50 Summit Audio TLA-50
1-channel Tube Leveling Amplifier with XLR and 1/4" I/O The TLA-50 Tube Leveling Amplifier offers the sound of Summit Audio's famous TLA-100 in a half-rack package designed for smaller digital studios and live rigs. The price is nice, too. The TLA-50 adds warmth to your digital signal, while providing an extremely musical compression. Overall, the TLA-50 delivers the classic smooth...
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API 525 API 525
Single-channel Modular Compressor, 500 Series, Classic Reissue with Variable Threshold and Output Levels, "Ceiling" Control, VU Meter, and De-ess Function With the API 525, you get to snag the sound of API's famous 525 — a modular compressor originally introduced in the 1970s. This compressor reissue is a "feedback" type of compressor, for classic sonic character and exceptional dynamics control behavior. Onboard the API 525, the cool multi-function "ceiling" control can lower...
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Universal Audio LA-2A Universal Audio LA-2A
Electro-Optical Compressor / Limiter with Tube Circuitry You've never worked with a compressor that comes close to the LA-2A! Highly acclaimed by audio pros for its natural compression, the LA-2A brings a special, timeless quality to your recordings that you can't get with any other compressor. A unique electro-optical attenuator system allows instantaneous gain reduction with no...
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Chandler Limited Little Devil Compressor Chandler Limited Little Devil Compressor
FET Compressor Lunchbox Module with Sidechain Filter Chandler Limited's Little Devil Compressor fits into any 500-series "lunchbox" module, putting Chandler's all-discrete circuitry, transformer-balanced designs, and premier hand-made quality into the popular modern format. The Little Devil Compressor is a FET compressor, which uses concepts from Chandler's famous Germanium...
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Empirical Labs Distressor EL-8SX Empirical Labs Distressor EL-8SX
Dual-channel Compressor with "British Mode" The Empirical Labs EL-8M Distressor restores warmth  orputs some of that vintage  sound in your digital recordings. It works with all types of music. It adds extra oomph  to complex digital mixes by adding second- and third-order harmonic distortion. Plus, it offers advanced sidechain EQ, eight unique curves, and provides...
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