Purple Audio MC77 Compressor
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The MC77 supercedes the MC76 re-engineered 1176 type FET Limiter. The MC77 recreates the audio circuitry of the revision E 1176, using modern components matched to the original.
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NEW features in the MC77:
- True Bypass via sealed relay with front panel switch
- Improved stereo linking with front panel switch
- Sidechain insert loop or key input with front panel switch
- Buffered VU meter can monitor input or output level at +4dBu
- LED meter lights that don't burn out as incandescents do
- Heavy gauge black stainless steel enclosure
- 115v/230v operation switchable from rear panel (serial# 600)
Features inherited from the MC76:
- Discrete Transistor Audio Path Electronics
- Single Element Class A Output Amplifier
- Transformer Balanced XLR Inputs and Outputs
- Zener Shunt Regulated Audio Power Supply
- Compression Ratios - 4:1, 8:1, 12:1 and 20:1
- Fast Attack Time - 20 microseconds to 800 microseconds
- Release Time - 50 milliseconds to 1.1 second
- Gain of 45dB (full gain with no limiting)
- Ruggedized Design - PCB stiffener, chassis mount transformers
- Purple Anodized Aluminum Front Panel
- 3 Year Warranty*
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