{"product_id":"warm-audio-wa-76-d2-dual-channel-clean-gain-discrete-fet-compressor","title":"Warm Audio WA-76-D2 Dual Channel Clean Gain Discrete FET Compressor","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe 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 \u0026amp; 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 \u0026amp; control of the vintage 76-style compression used in studios by artists like Missy Elliott, Timbaland, Van Halen, Rick Rubin, Daft Punk, and many more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFeatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClassic Studio Compression With Rich Analog Tone:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCritical Classic Controls + Bonus Modern Add-Ons: \u003c\/b\u003eWA76-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 \u0026amp; true-bypass, and variable sidechain high-pass filtering to tackle unruly bass that dominates the compressor’s attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCustom CineMag Transformers: \u003c\/b\u003eJust like in the vintage 76-style compressors from revision “A” to D”, the WA76-D2 uses custom large-core, CineMag input \u0026amp; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePremium Components \u0026amp; Accurate D-style Circuitry: \u003c\/b\u003eWA76-D2 uses premium ceramic \u0026amp; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHand-Tested In Austin, TX: \u003c\/b\u003eLike all Warm Audio gear, WA76-D2 is meticulously hand-tested and inspected by trained technicians with a passion for making music in Austin \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTech Specs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e100% Analog Discrete 2-Channel FET Compressor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eFaithful Recreation Of The Vintage “Rev D” FET Compressor With Added Recording Features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eVU Meter Options: Gain Reduction | +8dB Output | +4dB Output | “Off” Powers off unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e100-230v IEC Inlet Universal Power Supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eClass-A Line-Level Output Amplifiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e100% Discrete Audio Signal Path Using 600Ω Input Impedance Attenuator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eSelectable 10kΩ Input Impedance To Better Match Modern Audio Interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e100% Dry-Wet Mix Control | Variable Sidechain High Pass Filter: 30 - 300Hz, 12dB\/Octave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eActive Bypass For Running Unit As Line Amplifier \u0026amp; True Bypass Option For A\/B Comparisons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e3 2-Channel Operating Modes: Stereo Linked | Primary:Secondary | Dual-Mono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e2U 19″ Rackmount Chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eUtilizes Premium O-12 Input \u0026amp; 5002 Output Transformers From CineMag USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eVintage-Spec Attack \u0026amp; Release: Attack = 20 µS - 800 | Release: 50 mS - 1.1 Second\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e“All-Buttons-In” Setting For Experimental \u0026amp; Hard-Limiter Tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eFrequency Response: ± 1 dB 20 Hz - 20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eBalanced XLR \u0026amp; TRS Inputs \u0026amp; Outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eTotal Amplifier Gain: 53dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eSignal-To-Noise Ratio (SNR): 92dB (a-weighted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p5\"\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion Ratio (THD+N): -67dB (at -6dBu)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Warm Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46285750173863,"sku":"","price":2489.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0334\/9659\/6612\/files\/WA76DDUAL-2.jpg?v=1731994434","url":"https:\/\/oceaniaaudiosales.co.nz\/products\/warm-audio-wa-76-d2-dual-channel-clean-gain-discrete-fet-compressor","provider":"Oceania Audio Sales","version":"1.0","type":"link"}