Warm Audio WA76 (A A2 D D2)

Warm Audio WA76A/A2 Compressor - Classic '76 Sound at an Affordable Price

Blue Stripe or Rev D - Mono or Stereo

Warm Audio WA76-A/A2: Classic FET Compressor

Achieve legendary compression with the Warm Audio WA76-A, an authentic reproduction of the classic '76-style FET compressor. Known for use on vocals, drums, guitar, bass, and anything in the studio requiring tight dynamics, the vintage “Blue Stripe” 76 compressors are known for their versatility, speed, and harmonic analog tonality added to recordings. 

Warm Audio WA76-D/D2: Classic FET Compressor

The WA76-D/D2 faithfully recreates one of the fastest and most powerful studio compressors of all time known for ultra-responsive dynamic control with rich analog tone, now with additional modern recording features. Known for use on vocals, drums, guitar, bass, and anything in the studio requiring tight dynamics, the vintage “Rev D-Style” 76 compressors are known for their versatility, speed, and harmonic analog tone added to recordings. Just like the originals, the WA76-D and D2 deliver that classic performance that can be heard on legendary recordings by artists like Missy Elliott, Daft Punk, Timbaland, Rick Rubin, Chris Lord-Alge and many more.

Vintage Sound

The WA76-A faithfully recreates the tone and behavior of the iconic '76 compressor, known for its fast attack, wide range of tonal options, and ability to bring out the best in any audio signal. Whether you're recording vocals, drums, or any other instrument, the WA76-A adds that vintage magic to your sound.

High-Quality Components

Built with premium components, the WA76-A features Cinemag input and output transformers, a class-A line-level output amplifier, and true-to-the-original FET gain reduction. These high-quality components ensure that you get the best possible sound, with minimal noise and maximum fidelity.

Versatile Controls

The WA76-A offers all the classic controls you'd expect, including input and output gain, attack, release, and ratio settings (4:1, 8:1, 12:1, 20:1). The "All Buttons In" mode allows for aggressive, saturated compression effects, perfect for adding excitement and character to your tracks.

Durable Build

Housed in a rugged 2U rackmount chassis, the WA76-A is built to withstand the rigors of studio life. Its sturdy construction and high-quality components make it a reliable addition to any professional studio setup.

Key Features:

• Faithful reproduction of the classic '76 FET compressor

• Cinemag input and output transformers

• Class-A line-level output amplifier

• True-to-the-original FET gain reduction

• Input and output gain controls

• Attack and release controls

• Ratio settings: 4:1, 8:1, 12:1, 20:1

• "All Buttons In" mode for saturated compression effects

• Rugged 2U rackmount chassis

Technical Specifications:

• Input Impedance: 600 ohms, bridges-T control (floating)

• Frequency Response: ±1 dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Greater than 74 dB at +4 dBm

• Distortion: Less than 0.5% total harmonic distortion from 50 Hz to 20 kHz with limiting

• Meter: Gain reduction and output