The Empirical Labs EL8-S Distressor stereo pair doubles down on the versatility of this instant-classic compressor. Emulating the action of a stable of classic vintage compressors with a huge range of time constants, compression curves and saturation features, the Distressor remains one of the most called-upon pieces of outboard gear on the planet. Strap a pair across your drum buss in stereo, or keep them operating separately to perfectly tighten a vocal and bass guitar.