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Chameleon Labs 7720

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Stereo Bus Compressor

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Affordable Console-style Stereo Compression!

Great engineers know how important smooth stereo-bus compression is for adding that final polish to your tracks. If you're looking for a great stereo-bus compressor, then check out the Chameleon Labs 7720. The 7720 stereo bus compressor gives you the same legendary VCA compression circuitry found in vintage recording consoles. The 7720 provides you with a wide range of compression, from a mild 1.5:1 ratio to a heavy 10:1 setting.





Five switchable sidechain filters (60Hz, 90Hz, 130Hz, 200Hz, and 440Hz) let you block bass frequencies from triggering the 7720, giving you clean and effective compression control. The Chameleon Labs 7720 stereo bus compressor also an external side-chain input, which gives you even more control over your dynamics. Finally, there's a pair of convenient VU meters, which let you keep an eye on both the 7720's input and output.

Chameleon Labs 7720 Stereo Bus Compressor Features at a Glance:
  • Affordable stereo-buss compression with vintage console sound
  • Compression ratios as gentle as 1.5:1 to an intense 10:1
  • Features the same VCA-based compression circuit designed by Les Tyler found in classic consoles
  • External or internal sidechain with 5 switchable highpass filters (60Hz, 90Hz, 130Hz, 200Hz, and 440Hz)
  • Selectable VU metering allows you to easily monitor either input or output signal strength

If you want quality stereo compression on a project studio budget, pick up a Chameleon Labs 7720 stereo bus compressor!

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Specification Detail
Number of Channels 2
Controls Meter, Sidechain, HPF, Threshold, Attack, Release, Ratio, Output
Threshold -20dB to +20dB
Ratio 1.5:1 to 10:1
Frequency Response 20Hz-20kHz (+/- .5dB)
Side Chain Insterts Yes
Inputs 2 x XLR
Outputs 2 x XLR
Sidechain I/O 1 x XLR
Rackmount Spaces 1U
Height 1.75"
Width 19"
Weight 6.6 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number 7720

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Great 2 bus and drum bus compressor

by Matt from United States
September 30, 2011
Music Background: Hobbyist
I got this compressor from Sweetwater a couple of months ago and am really enjoying it. I had been previously been using SSL Bus compressor plugins and I must say that I prefer this by a mile. I've tr... read more [+]ied level matching mixes run through the plugs and then through the 7720 with the same parameters and the 7720 wins every time. The high end is far better through the 7720/ Additionaly the internal sidechain to allow you to keep low frequencies from making the compressor hit is a great extra feature that is not available on the original hardware or software SSL pieces.

This is a nice transparent comp for Drum busses too.

Very easy to work with and dial in quickly and not a lot more expensive than some of the high end plug in emulations of the SSL mixbus compressor close [-]

Solid Comp, Great Value

by John Behrens from Nashville, TN
June 15, 2011
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Insrumentalist
We have the 7720 in my studio, and I've been using it for 6 months now. It's obviously styled off the SSL bus compressor, and the sound is comparable (to the plug-in. I don't own a hardware SSL comp).... read more [+] Responsive controls, and a clear sound (doesn't suck much treble out when you hit it hard). I wouldn't call it warm or "gooey," just clear and mostly transparent.

I used it on drum overheads until we got an ART PRO VLA II (which has a killer bite), and now I use it on rooms, just crushing them. I've used it on acoustic and electric a few times, where its clarity is appreciated. I'd say it's not a big "mojo" piece like a LA-2A or something, just a solid comp. I use it on my master bus, with about 3dB of reduction, and it's fantastic. Passes the mix through with great clarity, and even with the needle jumping around, you can't hear artifacts of the compressor working. My main negative comment is that it gets "fizzy"--harsh high end crunch--when you hit it hard and crank the gain up.
Overall, an excellent clean compressor, fantastic value for the money, but if you're looking for warm mojo, look elsewhere. Big ups to Chameleon Labs for an incredible price! close [-]

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