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The Universal Audio 1176 Studio Compressor is a dynamic range compressor designed for studio and stage use. It features a field-effect transistor (FET) gain reduction circuit in a feedback configuration, providing a distinctive tone and a wide range of sounds. The 1176 Studio Compressor offers the following technical specifications:
- Power requirements: Isolated 9VDC, center-negative, 250mA minimum
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4” TS unbalanced
- Outputs: 1 x 1/4” TS unbalanced
- USB Type-C for updates
- Four different compression ratios: 4:1, 8:1, 12:1, and 20:1
- Adjustable attack time: 20 μs to 800 μs (0.00002–0.0008 seconds)
- Adjustable release times: 50 ms to 1100 ms (0.05–1.1 seconds)
- True/buffered bypass switch
- Parallel compression capability
- All-button or British mode for unique compression characteristics
- Linkable for proper stereo operation
The 1176 Studio Compressor is known for its fast attack and release times, program-dependent behavior, and the ability to achieve different compression ratios. It has been widely appreciated by engineers and producers and established as a studio standard due to its reliable performance and versatile sound-shaping capabilities.
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$178.66

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$199

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$169

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