Universal Audio 2-1176 Stereo Limiter
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The Universal Audio 2-1176 combines two legendary 1176LN compressors into a single 2U rack unit, delivering the iconic FET-based compression that has shaped countless hit records since 1967. Building on the circuit design of UA’s successful 6176 Channel Strip, this dual-channel powerhouse offers uncompromising sound quality with all the same premium components, stereo-matched for exceptional imaging.
This professional limiting amplifier maintains the same Class A circuitry, custom-designed output transformers, and FET-type gain reduction that made the original 1176LN legendary. Each channel operates independently in dual-mono mode, or can be linked for true stereo operation, making it perfect for everything from vocal tracking to drum room processing. The 2-1176 has earned its place in world-class studios, with artists ranging from Norah Jones to Helmet relying on its distinctive character for their recordings.
Unlike the vintage pushbutton switches found on classic 1176 models, the Universal Audio 2-1176 employs precision rotary switches for ratio and meter functions, while maintaining metal-film resistors that deliver a lower noise floor than the carbon-film resistors used in original vintage units. This modernized approach preserves the essential 1176 sound while improving reliability and reducing noise, making it ideal for contemporary recording environments where pristine signal quality is paramount.
The unit retains all the beloved characteristics that have made the 1176 indispensable – the famous “All” setting that recreates the compression curve and added distortion of pushing all four ratio buttons simultaneously on vintage units, ultra-fast attack times ranging from 20 microseconds to 800 microseconds, and the ability to achieve up to 40 dB of total gain across both input and output controls. Whether you’re seeking transparent dynamic control or deliberate harmonic enhancement, the Universal Audio 2-1176 delivers the sonic signature that has defined professional audio for over five decades.
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The Universal Audio 2-1176 combines two legendary 1176LN compressors into a single 2U rack unit, delivering the iconic FET-based compression that has shaped countless hit records since 1967. Building on the circuit design of UA’s successful 6176 Channel Strip, this dual-channel powerhouse offers uncompromising sound quality with all the same premium components, stereo-matched for exceptional imaging.
This professional limiting amplifier maintains the same Class A circuitry, custom-designed output transformers, and FET-type gain reduction that made the original 1176LN legendary. Each channel operates independently in dual-mono mode, or can be linked for true stereo operation, making it perfect for everything from vocal tracking to drum room processing. The 2-1176 has earned its place in world-class studios, with artists ranging from Norah Jones to Helmet relying on its distinctive character for their recordings.
Unlike the vintage pushbutton switches found on classic 1176 models, the Universal Audio 2-1176 employs precision rotary switches for ratio and meter functions, while maintaining metal-film resistors that deliver a lower noise floor than the carbon-film resistors used in original vintage units. This modernized approach preserves the essential 1176 sound while improving reliability and reducing noise, making it ideal for contemporary recording environments where pristine signal quality is paramount.
The unit retains all the beloved characteristics that have made the 1176 indispensable – the famous “All” setting that recreates the compression curve and added distortion of pushing all four ratio buttons simultaneously on vintage units, ultra-fast attack times ranging from 20 microseconds to 800 microseconds, and the ability to achieve up to 40 dB of total gain across both input and output controls. Whether you’re seeking transparent dynamic control or deliberate harmonic enhancement, the Universal Audio 2-1176 delivers the sonic signature that has defined professional audio for over five decades.