The WA76-D is a meticulous recreation of the vintage 76 "Revision-D" FET studio compressor, renowned for its lightning-fast attack, low noise, and rich analogue tone. Designed with premium components, including CineMag input and output transformers, the WA76-D faithfully delivers the classic warmth and character that made the original a studio legend. Modern features such as stereo linking, parallel compression, a variable sidechain high-pass filter, and selectable input impedance enhance its versatility, allowing it to integrate seamlessly into contemporary recording setups. Hand-tested in Austin, TX, the WA76-D combines vintage authenticity with modern flexibility, making it the ultimate compressor for vocals, drums, guitars, and more.
Classic Studio Compression with Vintage Tone:
The WA76-D faithfully recreates the sought-after Rev D design of the iconic 76-style compressor, delivering ultra-fast dynamic control with vintage analogue warmth. With its premium FET circuitry and CineMag transformers, it provides the ideal balance of speed, accuracy, and rich harmonic character.
Modern Add-Ons for Contemporary Workflows:
While retaining its vintage authenticity, the WA76-D introduces practical modern features, including stereo linking, parallel compression, and a variable sidechain high-pass filter. These updates enable precise control for todays complex recording environments, ensuring flexibility without losing its vintage soul.
Built to Professional Standards:
The WA76-D features top-tier components, including O-12 and 5002 CineMag transformers, metal film resistors, and a revised low-noise preamp. Each unit is meticulously hand-tested in Austin, TX, ensuring every detail matches the quality and performance expected by audio professionals.
Key Features:
Premium CineMag Transformers: Faithfully reproduces the original 76-style tone with custom CineMag input and output transformers.
Comprehensive Controls: Includes classic attack, release, ratio settings plus modern options like stereo linking, true bypass, and sidechain flexibility.
Hand-Tested Precision: Built and hand-tested in Austin, TX, ensuring authentic performance and studio-grade reliability.
Specifications:
100% analogue discrete FET compressor
Vintage-spec attack (20 S800 S) & release (50 mS1.1 s)
Total amplifier gain: 53dB; signal-to-noise ratio: 92dB (a-weighted)
Custom CineMag input (O-12) & output (5002) transformers
Selectable 10k input impedance for modern interfaces
Variable sidechain high-pass filter: 30300 Hz, 12 dB/octave
Dry/wet mix control for parallel compression
Balanced XLR & TRS inputs/outputs
Rackmount design: 2U 19 chassis
All-buttons-in mode for aggressive tonal effects
Universal 100-230V IEC power supply
