Retro 176 Variable-mu Limiting Amplifier (Matched Pair)
The Retro 176 Matched Pair is a Limiting Amplifier that has the largest feature set in any variable-mu design.
Precision Knob scales for easy recallability
Continuously variable attack and release time
Four settings of compression ratio from soft compression to limiting (2:1, 4:1, 8:1, 12:1)
Wide-Range Sidechain Highpass Filter
Vocal Assymetry Tool
Hard-wire Bypass Switch
Interstage Transformer Bypass Switch
High Quality VU Meter switchable between Input, Output and Gain Reduction
XLR input and output connections
IEC power connector
115/230V AC Mains
Integral tube balance test
Easy stereo strapping of two or more units
Selected NOS tubes and components
20 dB of available gain reduction
Signal to noise ratio of greater than 76dB
Flat frequency response within 0.5dB from 20-20,000Hz and Harmonic Distortion of less than 1% from 0-15dB gain reduction.
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