The new S3 Three-band Optical Compressor aims to be a “no compromise” design using only the highest quality components. The S3 uses a fully balanced Class A signal path, with 20 active tube stages! The three bands have variable split points, and use temperature-controlled light-dependent resistors to maintain calibration accuracy. There is individual gain reduction metering for each band, and “Air” mode for the high band and “Big” mode for the low band. The master output section includes both gain and stereo balance controls.
