Description
Allow JustPedals to introduce the Warm Audio WA76-A Single-Channel Vintage-Voiced Discrete FET Compressor
The WA76-D is a meticulous recreation of the vintage 76 “Revision-D” FET studio compressor, renowned for its lightning-fast attack, low noise, and rich analogue tone. Designed with premium components, including CineMag input and output transformers, the WA76-D faithfully delivers the classic warmth and character that made the original a studio legend. Modern features such as stereo linking, parallel compression, a variable sidechain high-pass filter, and selectable input impedance enhance its versatility, allowing it to integrate seamlessly into contemporary recording setups. Hand-tested in Austin, TX, the WA76-D combines vintage authenticity with modern flexibility, making it the ultimate compressor for vocals, drums, guitars, and more.
Classic Studio Compression with Vintage Tone:
The WA76-D faithfully recreates the sought-after “Rev D” design of the iconic 76-style compressor, delivering ultra-fast dynamic control with vintage analogue warmth. With its premium FET circuitry and CineMag transformers, it provides the ideal balance of speed, accuracy, and rich harmonic character.
Modern Add-Ons for Contemporary Workflows:
While retaining its vintage authenticity, the WA76-D introduces practical modern features, including stereo linking, parallel compression, and a variable sidechain high-pass filter. These updates enable precise control for today’s complex recording environments, ensuring flexibility without losing its vintage soul.
Built to Professional Standards:
The WA76-D features top-tier components, including O-12 and 5002 CineMag transformers, metal film resistors, and a revised low-noise preamp. Each unit is meticulously hand-tested in Austin, TX, ensuring every detail matches the quality and performance expected by audio professionals.
Key Features:
- Premium CineMag Transformers:
Faithfully reproduces the original 76-style tone with custom CineMag input and output transformers. - Comprehensive Controls:
Includes classic attack, release, ratio settings plus modern options like stereo linking, true bypass, and sidechain flexibility. - Hand-Tested Precision:
Built and hand-tested in Austin, TX, ensuring authentic performance and studio-grade reliability.
Specifications:
- 100% analogue discrete FET compressor
- Vintage-spec attack (20 µS–800 µS) & release (50 mS–1.1 s)
- Total amplifier gain: 53dB; signal-to-noise ratio: 92dB (a-weighted)
- Custom CineMag input (O-12) & output (5002) transformers
- Selectable 10kΩ input impedance for modern interfaces
- Variable sidechain high-pass filter: 30–300 Hz, 12 dB/octave
- Dry/wet mix control for parallel compression
- Balanced XLR & TRS inputs/outputs
- Rackmount design: 2U 19” chassis
- All-buttons-in mode for aggressive tonal effects
- Universal 100-230V IEC power supply
