Warm Audio BUS-COMP 2-Channel VCA Bus Compressor 329660 860001767964

Key Features: Classic VCA Compressor Design Add Glue & Control Dynamics Switchable CineMag Tranformers Sonic Transparency or Colorful Vibe Selectable High-Pass Filter External Sidechain Capabilities Prominent Bypass/Engage Switch XLR & 1/4" TRS I/O Uses THAT 2180 VCAs Designed for recording and mixing stereo tracks, the BUS-COMP is Warm Audio's take on a classic VCA bus compressor, one made famous by companies such as Solid State Logic. This is a clean, stereo compressor, one quite suited to handling the dynamics of stereo instruments. It's also handy for stereo-buss work, imparting the sonic glue VCA compressors are known for.The BUS-COMP takes a classic design and adds some nifty improvements, such as the ability to switch CineMag transformers in and out of the signal path at the press of a button. With this feature, you can opt for sonic transparency or colorful vibe with the touch of your finger.The BUS-COMP also offers a selectable high-pass filter, a sidechain input, a useful bypass/engage switch for making comparisons, and a versatile I/O path. Indeed, you'll find XLR and 1/4" TRS terminations used in both the inputs and outputs. All analog, 2-channel stereo VCA compressor Based on legendary VCA compressor technology Selectable discrete opamp stage with CineMag USA transformers External sidechain source select Selectable Hi-pass Filter at 30, 60, 105, 125, and 185 Hz Compressor engage switch for easy comparisons Performs well on stereo mixes, drum mixes, drum overheads, acoustic guitars, keyboards, piano, orchestral instruments, voice-overs, and endless other sources Can be used on mono as well as stereo sources Uses THAT 2180 VCA IC Provides both XLR and 1/4" TRS connectivity Specifications: Connections: 1 x XLR Sidechain Input. 2 x XLR Inputs. 2 x 1/4" TRS Inputs. 2 x XLR Outputs. 2 x 1/4" TRS Outputs Compressor Character: VCA VCA: THAT 2180 ICs Controls: Threshold Knob, Attack Knob, Ratio Knob, Release Knob, High-Pass Filter Knob Make-Up Gain Knob, Compressor/Bypass Switch, External Sidechain Switch, Transformer Engage Switch High-Pass Filter: At 30, 60, 105, 125, and 185 Hz Noise: < -90 dBu Headroom: > +29 dBu (20 Hz to 20 kHz) Dynamic Range: > 120 dB Frequency Response: 18 Hz to 22 kHz THD + N: < 0.05% (20 Hz to 20 kHz, +20 dBu Input) Impedance: Input: 10 Kilohms. Output: 50 Ohms Dimensions: Not Specified by Manufacturer Weight: Not Specified by Manufacturer Package Weight: 10.18 lb Box Dimensions (LxWxH): 24.4 x 14 x 4.1" In the Box Warm Audio BUS-COMP 2-Channel VCA Bus Compressor Limited 1-Year Warranty MPN: 329660 UPC: 860001767964