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Product Ref: 131281
The Golden Age Project COMP-54 MKII brings vintage-style compression into the modern era with discrete class-A circuitry and a flexible control section. This single-channel configuration features transformer balanced line input and output connections. Before integrated circuits became available, the vintage compressors were comprised of components such as resistors, capacitors and transistors. This is what lends to the vintage-sound, giving that classic analog warmth and grit associated with older compression units. The internal circuitry is inspired and similar to the classic 2254 compressor, reducing a warm yet smooth, full-bodied sound.
The in-depth control section is comprised of precision attenuators designed for changing the Ratio, Attack and Release settings. All the controls on the compressor except the Gain make-up control one are stepped for precise and trackable changes. The control section is comprised of Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, HPF, Gain and a Link control. The HPF control adds a high pass filter within the sidechain circuitry. These results in the frequencies below the filter cutoff to trigger compression at a lesser degree. This can be great for drums and vocals, acting as a cushion for a smoother and more rounded sound.
The robust yet sleek all-metal chassis is built-to-last, basing its design on classic vintage-style compressors. One of the most prominent features of the design is the integrated, vintage-style VU meter which provides visual monitoring for your levels. The meter is also selectable, allowing you to toggle between Output and Gain Reduction settings. The versatile design also allows you to upgrade transformers with ease, should you want to use an external transformer. Its flexible design is suited to a wide range of input sources from microphone to electric guitars, basses, pianos and more. Additionally, the compressor comes complete with an external power supply, minimising interaction with the audio circuitry and transformers for strong signal integrity.