Selling my Tube-Tech CL 1B due to hard times — the industry-standard optical tube compressor by Lydkraft (Denmark). This is my go-to vocal compressor heard on countless hit records: smooth, musical optical gain reduction with all-tube warmth (ECC83/ECC82 push-pull output stage).

Mint condition — minimal use. Original box included. From a smoke-free, professional touring/studio environment.

Serial No. 22.712 — genuine Lydkraft/Tube-Tech unit, Made in Denmark.

New units currently show 12+ month lead times from major retailers due to demand — I can ship this today.

Controls: Gain, Ratio (2:1–10:1), Threshold, Attack, Release, fixed/manual sidechain select, switchable meter (input/compression/output), Bus Select 1/2.

Connections: XLR in/out, 1/4” side-chain jacks, switchable 115V/230V power (50-60Hz) — runs anywhere in the world.

Tested and fully functional. Includes original box and power cable.


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Listed8 hours ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • CL 1B Mono Opto Compressor
Finish
  • Blue
Categories
Year
  • 2010s
Made In
  • Denmark

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