Warm Audio WA76-A2 Dual-Channel Vintage-Voiced Discrete FET Compressor

The Warm Audio WA76-A2 dual-channel compressor brings classic studio compression with true analog grit to recordings. Faithfully recreating the renowned "blue stripe" vintage compressor, the WA76-A2 offers a blend of vintage circuitry and modern controls for ultimate flexibility without sacrificing character. Musicians and engineers will appreciate its premium components, accurate circuit reproduction and added features tailored for today's recording needs. Premium Components Recreate Vintage Tone Like the original, the WA76-A2 uses custom CineMag transformers and premium poly film capacitors and premium resistors to authentically capture the 76 compressor's signature sound. Its vintage-voiced preamp stage cuts no corners in recreating the gritty, unmistakably analog tone that shaped countless classic recordings. 'll get the same powerful, "grabby" attack and rich harmonic distortion that defined 70s rock and pop. Critical Classic Controls Meet Modern Demands The WA76-A2 delivers all the controls expect from a vintage 76-style compressor like attack, release, ratio, input and output. As a stereo unit, it also provides a dry/wet mix for parallel compression, selectable input impedance to match modern preamps and variable sidechain filtering. These additions give flexibility for modern workflows without sacrificing the 76's highly sought-after vintage vibe. Handcrafted and Hand-Tested in the USA Like all Warm Audio gear, the WA76-A2 is meticulously handcrafted and tested in Austin, Texas to exacting standards. Each unit undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure it meets the high expectations of discerning musicians and recording engineers. can trust Warm Audio to deliver premium vintage-style equipment with the quality and performance to inspire today's music.