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The WA76 Discrete Compressor is a modern reproduction of the Classic 1176 Revision D. Every effort was made to remain faithful to the original designs including the use of Reichenbach Engineering's (now CineMag) transformer design that was originally used. The classic 1176 was a major breakthrough in limiter technology—the first true peak limiter with all transistor circuitry offering superior performance with a signature sound—and set the standard for all limiters to follow. The ultrafast attack time and trademark sound have lured legendary artists and studio moguls alike to the 1176—Peter Frampton, Joe Satriani, Joe Chiccarelli, Vance Powell and Mike Elizondo are just a few names on a list that's continued to grow, for nearly 50 years.
Warm Audio WA76 Discrete Compressor
Warm Audio WA76 Discrete Compressor
Warm Audio WA76 Discrete Compressor

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  • True to the Classic 1176 compressor in design and performance
  • Completely discrete signal path
  • Modeled after the D revision
  • Utilizes USA made CINEMAG input and output transformers
  • Supports the famous "all buttons in" ratio setting
  • Ultrafast attack time
  • Class-A line-level output amplifier

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  • Input impedance: 600 ohms, bridges-T control (floating)
  • Frequency Response ± 1dB 20Hz to 20kHz
  • XLR and TRS inputs
  • XLR and TRS outputs
  • 55dB of gain
  • Less than 0.4% total harmonic distortion from 50Hz to 20kHz with limiting
  • Signal to noise ratio is greater than 74dB at +25dBm
  • EIN -104.1dBm
  • Attack time, 20 microseconds to 800 microseconds
  • Release time, 50 milliseconds to 1 second
  • Meter provides dB gain reduction and dB output
  • Internal power supply, external 24V AC power transformer
  • 19" rackmount chassis, 2U
  • 1-year warranty

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