Warm Audio WA76-D Discrete FET Compressor/Limiter
The WA76-D accurately reproduces one of the fastest and most powerful studio compressors of all time known for its generous headroom, ultra-fast dynamic control, and rich analog tone. Using premium and custom components like O-12 (input) and 5002 (output) transformers from CineMag, WA76-D achieves authentic 76 rev D style compression, known for having a “low noise” preamp stage with unmistakably analog character. Added modern controls to achieve parallel compression, active & true-bypass, selectable input impedance, and sidechain flexibility make WA76-D an ideal choice for modern recording workflows that require vintage tone shaping. WA76-D recreates the legendary tone & control of the vintage 76-style compression used in studios by artists like Chris Lord-Alge, Missy Elliott, Timbaland, Van Halen, Rick Rubin, Daft Punk, and many more.
Features:
- 100% analog discrete FET compressor
- Faithful recreation of the vintage “REV D” FET compressor with added recording features
- 100-230v IEC inlet universal power supply
- Class-A line-level output amplifier
- 100% discrete audio signal path using 600Ω input impedance attenuator
- Selectable 10KΩ input impedance to better match modern audio interface specifications
- 100% dry-wet mix control
- ¼” stereo link & external sidechain access
- Active bypass for running unit as line amplifier & true bypass option for A/B comparisons
- 2U 19″ rackmount chassis
- Utilises premium O-12 input & 5002 output transformers from Cinemag USA
- “All-Buttons-In” setting for experimental & hard-limiter tones
- Hand-Tested In Austin, TX
Specifications:
- Frequency Response: ± 1 db 20 hz - 20 khz
- Balanced XLR & TRS inputs & outputs
- Total Amplifier Gain: 53db
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): 92dB (A-weighted)
- Total Harmonic Distortion Ratio (Thd+n): -67db (At -6dbu)
- Vintage-spec attack & release: Attack - 20 µs to 800, Release - 50 ms to 1.1 seconds
- Variable Sidechain High Pass Filter: 30 - 300Hz, 12db/Octave
- VU Meter Options: Gain reduction, +8db output, +4db output, “OFF” powers off unit
- Dimensions: 19" x 3.5" x 6.25" / 483 mm x 90 mm x 159 mm
- Weight: 3.65 kg (8.05 lbs)
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Warm Audio WA76-D Discrete FET Compressor/Limiter
The WA76-D accurately reproduces one of the fastest and most powerful studio compressors of all time known for its generous headroom, ultra-fast dynamic control, and rich analog tone. Using premium and custom components like O-12 (input) and 5002 (output) transformers from CineMag, WA76-D achieves authentic 76 rev D style compression, known for having a “low noise” preamp stage with unmistakably analog character. Added modern controls to achieve parallel compression, active & true-bypass, selectable input impedance, and sidechain flexibility make WA76-D an ideal choice for modern recording workflows that require vintage tone shaping. WA76-D recreates the legendary tone & control of the vintage 76-style compression used in studios by artists like Chris Lord-Alge, Missy Elliott, Timbaland, Van Halen, Rick Rubin, Daft Punk, and many more.
Features:
- 100% analog discrete FET compressor
- Faithful recreation of the vintage “REV D” FET compressor with added recording features
- 100-230v IEC inlet universal power supply
- Class-A line-level output amplifier
- 100% discrete audio signal path using 600Ω input impedance attenuator
- Selectable 10KΩ input impedance to better match modern audio interface specifications
- 100% dry-wet mix control
- ¼” stereo link & external sidechain access
- Active bypass for running unit as line amplifier & true bypass option for A/B comparisons
- 2U 19″ rackmount chassis
- Utilises premium O-12 input & 5002 output transformers from Cinemag USA
- “All-Buttons-In” setting for experimental & hard-limiter tones
- Hand-Tested In Austin, TX
Specifications:
- Frequency Response: ± 1 db 20 hz - 20 khz
- Balanced XLR & TRS inputs & outputs
- Total Amplifier Gain: 53db
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): 92dB (A-weighted)
- Total Harmonic Distortion Ratio (Thd+n): -67db (At -6dbu)
- Vintage-spec attack & release: Attack - 20 µs to 800, Release - 50 ms to 1.1 seconds
- Variable Sidechain High Pass Filter: 30 - 300Hz, 12db/Octave
- VU Meter Options: Gain reduction, +8db output, +4db output, “OFF” powers off unit
- Dimensions: 19" x 3.5" x 6.25" / 483 mm x 90 mm x 159 mm
- Weight: 3.65 kg (8.05 lbs)
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The WA76-D accurately reproduces one of the fastest and most powerful studio compressors of all time known for its generous headroom, ultra-fast dynamic control, and rich analog tone. Using premium and custom components like O-12 (input) and 5002 (output) transformers from CineMag, WA76-D achieves authentic 76 rev D style compression, known for having a “low noise” preamp stage with unmistakably analog character. Added modern controls to achieve parallel compression, active & true-bypass, selectable input impedance, and sidechain flexibility make WA76-D an ideal choice for modern recording workflows that require vintage tone shaping. WA76-D recreates the legendary tone & control of the vintage 76-style compression used in studios by artists like Chris Lord-Alge, Missy Elliott, Timbaland, Van Halen, Rick Rubin, Daft Punk, and many more.
Features:
- 100% analog discrete FET compressor
- Faithful recreation of the vintage “REV D” FET compressor with added recording features
- 100-230v IEC inlet universal power supply
- Class-A line-level output amplifier
- 100% discrete audio signal path using 600Ω input impedance attenuator
- Selectable 10KΩ input impedance to better match modern audio interface specifications
- 100% dry-wet mix control
- ¼” stereo link & external sidechain access
- Active bypass for running unit as line amplifier & true bypass option for A/B comparisons
- 2U 19″ rackmount chassis
- Utilises premium O-12 input & 5002 output transformers from Cinemag USA
- “All-Buttons-In” setting for experimental & hard-limiter tones
- Hand-Tested In Austin, TX
Specifications:
- Frequency Response: ± 1 db 20 hz - 20 khz
- Balanced XLR & TRS inputs & outputs
- Total Amplifier Gain: 53db
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): 92dB (A-weighted)
- Total Harmonic Distortion Ratio (Thd+n): -67db (At -6dbu)
- Vintage-spec attack & release: Attack - 20 µs to 800, Release - 50 ms to 1.1 seconds
- Variable Sidechain High Pass Filter: 30 - 300Hz, 12db/Octave
- VU Meter Options: Gain reduction, +8db output, +4db output, “OFF” powers off unit
- Dimensions: 19" x 3.5" x 6.25" / 483 mm x 90 mm x 159 mm
- Weight: 3.65 kg (8.05 lbs)
