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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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4.6

5 Reviews

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Terrific product!
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  2. Unreliable1
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  2. Experienced1
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  1. Easy To Use3
  2. Good Audio2
  3. Good Power Output2
  4. Professional Functions2
  5. Versatile1

Reviewed by 5 customers

  • Beware of all the love songs about this unit.

    3

    submitted2 years ago

    byG

    fromHollywood, FL

    It sounds great on my bass and vocals. Down side is I just bought it 7 months ago. I rarely use it, and the needle on the VU never sets itself on zero (0) when I turn it on. I literally have to recalibrate it each time I want to use it. It's a headache because I just want to turn it on and go. I even give it time to "warm" up after it's turned on to no avail.

  • Way better than a plug-in!

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byTim

    fromLittle Rock, AR

    There's nothing quite like analog outboard gear. This blows software out of the water in almost every trial I've put it through (I.e., guitars, bass, vocals, drums, you name it!). The one downside, it's mono. So you can't use this for master bus processing (which I wouldn't recommend anyways) unless you bought a second one, and matched it to the first. Other than that, this unit gets the most use on my rack second to the mic pre's/interface itself. Sure, it's more expensive, and labor intensive than a plug-in. But, odds are if you're reaching for one of these, knob turning will be a perk, not a drawback. The cost is completely worth it, for a fraction of its more well-known cousin. I've purchased a couple Warm Audio pieces of equipment, and it's always been top notch in respect to built quality and performance.

  • Bang for the buck

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byThe chemist

    fromLake forest ca

    This compressor really does the trick it is one of the best compressors I've had a chance to personally own and I love it it's straight forward and simple to uses and the sound quality is to die for. If ur on a budget and need a good compressor this is the one for u I recommend this to everyone from the home studio to the professional studios looking for a good compressor.

  • Terrific product!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    bySteve

    fromPittsburgh

    This was my fourth purchase of Warm Audio equipment. The cost/performance ratio of Warm Audio products is unmatched. These compressors are at home in a project or professional studio.

  • Real deal squeeze!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byRichard

    fromundisclosed

    This compressor is awesome.. It's got steeped input and output pots for easy recalls. I also appreciated the extenal psu with holes for mounting In a rack. It sounds great and distorts with elegent character as expected.!

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