audio-compressors

1 год назад

This video compares four different 1176 compressors, ranging in price from $350 to $2600. The creator tests each compressor on vocals, drums, and bass, and then compares the results to a plugin version of the 1176. The creator is surprised to find that the cheaper compressors sound very similar to the more expensive ones, and that they are all capable of producing high-quality results.

4 года назад

This video features a Black Lion Audio representative discussing the Bluey FET Compressor, a unique take on the classic 1176. The representative explains that the Bluey is based on Chris Lord-Alge's modified 1176, incorporating specific modifications and even mimicking the signal path of an SSL console. The video also touches on the affordability of the product, making it accessible to a wider range of users.

1 год назад

This video reviews the Warm Audio WA-2A compressor, a recreation of the iconic LA-2A. The reviewer highlights the unit's build quality, features, and sound, emphasizing its ability to provide both subtle and aggressive compression. They also demonstrate the compressor's use with audio examples.

5 лет назад

Bill Putnam Jr., CEO of Universal Audio, discusses the history of the 1176 compressor/limiter, designed by their father. The video explores the design process, the motivation behind the 1176's fast attack, and the evolution of the product through various revisions. Putnam also shares anecdotes about the challenges and surprises encountered during the modeling process.