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Warm Audio WA76-D2 Two Channel Discrete Compressor

The Warm Audio WA76-D2 reproduces iconic 76 "Rev-D"-style FET compression. Featuring 2 balanced XLR/TRS ins/outs, generous headroom, rich analog tone, dry-wet mix, Sidechain HP filters, & custom CineMag transformers.

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    The WA76-D2 accurately reproduces 2-channels of one of the fastest and most loved studio compressors of all time known for its generous headroom, ultra-fast dynamic control, and rich analog tone. Using premium and custom components like O-12 (input) and 5002 (output) transformers from CineMag, WA76-D2 achieves authentic 76 rev-D style compression, known for “low noise” preamp stage with unmistakably analog character. Added modern controls to achieve parallel compression, active & true-bypass, and variable sidechain filtering flexibility make WA76-D2 an ideal choice for modern recording workflows that require vintage tone shaping. WA76-D2 recreates the legendary tone & control of the vintage 76-style compression used in studios by artists like Missy Elliot, Timbaland, Van Halen, Rick Rubin, Daft Punk, and many more.

     

    Warm Audio WA76-D2 Two Channel Discrete Compressor Features:

    • 100% Analog Discrete 2-Channel FET Compressor
    • Faithful Recreation of The Vintage “Rev-D” FET Compressor
    • Selectable 10kΩ Input Impedance to Better Match Modern Audio Interface Specifications
    • 100% Dry-Wet Mix Control
    • Variable Sidechain High Pass Filter
    • Three 2-Channel Operating Modes
    • Active Bypass for Running Unit As Line Amplifier or for A/B Comparisons
    • Vintage-Spec Attack & Release
    • “All-Buttons-In” Setting For Experimental Tones
    • Added modern controls
    • Custom large-core, CineMag input & output transformers
    • ¼” Stereo Link & External Sidechain Access

     

    Classic Studio Compression with Rich Analog Tone

    The WA76-D2 is a faithful recreation of the vintage 76 “D-style” 2-channel FET studio compressor with added features to meet modern recording workflows. Recreating the lauded “D-style” version of the 76 compressor known for its speed, lower noise, and rich analog tone, the WA76-D2 offers the ideal blend of vintage circuitry and modern controls to deliver ultimate flexibility without sacrificing vintage analog character.

     

    Critical Classic Controls + Bonus Modern Add-Ons

    WA76-D2 has all of the traditional 76-style compression controls; attack, release, ratio, input, output, and meter display. In addition to the classic controls expected on a 76-style compressor, WA76-D2 is a stereo unit and has dry/wet mix for parallel compression, selectable input impedance, active & true-bypass, and variable sidechain high-pass filtering to tackle unruly bass that dominates the compressor’s attention.

     

    Custom CineMag Transformers

    Just like in the vintage 76-style compressors from revision “A” to D”, the WA76-D2 uses custom large-core, CineMag input & output transformers. The transformers inside the WA76-D2 use the exact same spec data and materials (nickel and steel) used by Reichenbach Engineering in the original vintage designs known for delivering rich analog tone to any signal chain.

     

    Premium Components & Accurate D-Style Circuitry

    WA76-D2 uses premium ceramic & electrolytic capacitors, metal film resistors, and a revised preamp stage, improving the linear response of the FET. These key components complete a circuit that cuts no corners in delivering an authentic “cleaner, low noise” 76-style compression experience.

     

    Hand-Tested In Austin, TX

    Like all Warm Audio gear, WA76-D2 is meticulously hand-tested and inspected by trained technicians with a passion for making music in Austin, TX USA.

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    Warm Audio WA76-D2 Two Channel Discrete Compressor Specifications

    Warm Audio WA76-D2 Two Channel Discrete Compressor Specifications
    Product Specifications

    Warm Audio WA76-D2 Two Channel Discrete Compressor Specifications:

    • VU Meter Options:
      • Gain Reduction
      • +8 dB Output
      • +4 dB Output
      • “Off” Powers off unit
    • Power: 100-230V IEC Inlet Universal Power Supply
    • Output Amplifier: Class-A Line-Level
    • Variable Sidechain High Pass Filter:
      • 30 - 300 Hz
      • 12 dB/Octave
    • Output Transformers: CineMag USA
    • Attack Parameters: 20 µS - 800
    • Release Parameters: 50 mS - 1.1 Second
    • Channel Operating Modes:
      • Stereo Linked
      • Primary:Secondary
      • Dual-Mono
    • Frequency Response: ± 1 dB 20 Hz - 20 kHz
    • Inputs/Outputs: Balanced XLR & TRS
    • Total Amplifier Gain: 58 dB
    • Signal-To-Noise Ratio (SNR): 53 dB
    • Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): -64 dB (at -8 dBu)
    • Size: 2U 19” Rackmount Chassis
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