Alan Smart Research C1 SSL Based Compressor Sunset Sound Badge C1 2005 - Black

Alan Smart C1 original SSL style buss compressor houses with two independant mono compressors, or in STEREO mode, the left-hand controls operate both audio channels, with the right-hand controls not used, giving true Stereo operation. This is the original version and came from Sunset Sound in LA. The characteristic sound of this unit arises mostly from the fast response at the onset of compression, which when delayed to occur around the mid range attack settings (after 0.3 to 3 milliseconds) results in a window through which transients can still pass. When used accross a mix, or with any dynamic programme, this has the effect of adding 'punch', as the sidechain 'breathes' around these transients, while still controlling overall levels. CRUSH mode has been developed as an extension of this 'musicality', adding to and accentuating the factors involved in producing the character of the unit. these original units were hand built and sound arguably a bit better and more musical than the the Crush happy mass made C2. Here is great sounding 2 track buss Compressor for a great price. See our other listing s for more great gear.