{"product_id":"empirical-labs-distressor-el8-compressor-limiter-29367-used","title":"Empirical Labs Distressor EL8 Compressor\/Limiter #29367 (Used)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEmpirical Labs Distressor EL8 Compressor\/Limiter\u003c\/strong\u003e is the Swiss-army-knife of compressors. Capable of emulating classic vintage designs like the 1176 and the LA-2A, this digitally controlled compressor is a modern studio workhorse. Packed with innovative tone-shaping features, the Distressor delivers an array of desirable sounds: digital, analog, tape, tube and more.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_0\"\u003eCLASSIC ANALOG SOUNDS\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAt first glance, the Distressor may seem like your average compressor, but with a little know-how, you can emulate the sound of some of the most iconic compressors of all time. Dial in a classic “Over E-Z” VCA-style sound, recreate five classic 1176 settings including “all-buttons in mode”, or simulate the sound of classic optical compressors like the LA-2A to find the perfect sound for any situation.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChoose from eight digitally-selectable ratios, each with their own unique compression algorithm. From the 1:1 mode that simply warms up signal with low-order harmonics, to the unmistakable NUKE setting — each curve has its own personality, and release shape. With fully-variable attack times ranging from 50 microseconds to 30 milliseconds, and release times ranging from .05 seconds all the way up to 20 seconds, the Distressor is capable of everything from fast, punchy peak limiting to slow, gentle bus compression.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_1\"\u003eVERSATILE FEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe Distressor is a lot more than just a pretty compression curve, it’s also packed with advanced features for controlling dynamics and coloring tracks with harmonic distortion. While the Distressor is capable of clean, digital-style compression, it’s also equipped with two dedicated distortion generators. Engage Dist 2 to give your tracks a smooth tube-type distortion, rich in second-order harmonics. Or turn on Dist 3 to generate third-order harmonics and emulate the sound of tape compression.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe Distressor also features advanced filtering options for both the side-chain and audio circuits. Aggressively compress bass-heavy tracks without causing pumping using the high-pass filter on the detector circuit. Boost the midrange to keep a dynamic vocal in check. Or use both for a truly one-of-a-kind compression curve!\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_2\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFreq. response is 2 Hz to 160 kHz in clean audio mode (+0, -3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eResponse is shaped in distortion modes (Dist 2, Dist 3)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDynamic range 110 dB from max. output to min. output in 1:1 mode\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGreater than 100 dB signal to noise in distort 3 mode.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDistortion ranges between .02% and 20% depending on distortion mode and release times set on front panel\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDC coupled output - high quality input caps\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInput impedance is 20K Ohms, output impedance is \u0026lt; 75 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTime constants - Attack range 50uS - 50mS\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRelease range .05 sec to 3.5 seconds, normal modes and up to 20 seconds in 10:1 opto mode\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTime constants are dependent on ratio\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMetal chassis - single height 1.75\" high, 10\" deep, 19\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Empirical Labs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44451025354855,"sku":"211986","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/empirical-labs-distressor-el8-compressor-limiter-29367-used_211986_1_9fa0bfd7-0460-4dbf-aa87-c3f79726a286.jpg?v=1787095525","url":"https:\/\/vintageking.com\/products\/empirical-labs-distressor-el8-compressor-limiter-29367-used","provider":"Vintage King","version":"1.0","type":"link"}