{"product_id":"warm-audio-wa76-d-single-channel-clean-gain-discrete-fet-compressor","title":"Warm Audio WA76-D Single-Channel Clean Gain Discrete FET Compressor","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe WA76-D accurately reproduces one of the most powerful studio compressors of all time known for its generous headroom, ultra-fast dynamic control, and rich analog tone. Using premium and custom components like O-12 (input) and 5002 (output) transformers from CineMag. WA76-D achieves authentic 76 rev-D style compression, known for having a “low noise” preamp stage with unmistakably analog character. Added modern controls to achieve parallel compression, active \u0026amp; true-bypass, selectable input impedance, and sidechain flexibility make WA76-D an ideal choice for modern recording workflows that require vintage tone shaping. WA76-D recreates the legendary tone \u0026amp; control of the vintage 76-style compression used in studios by artists like Chris Lord-Alge, Missy Elliot, Timbaland, Van Halen, Rick Rubin, Daft Punk, and many more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware processing that stays out of the CPU.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"vmi-benefit-bar\"\u003eFree shipping · Free local pickup in Miami · Financing at checkout\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue signal path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent, repeatable settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo plugin latency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRack mountable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the WA76-D Single-Channel Clean Gain Discrete FET Compressor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOutboard processing runs in the analogue domain, which means no latency and no CPU cost, and it commits a decision at the point of tracking. For bus compression in particular, hardware still does something plugins approximate rather than reproduce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm Audio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWA76-D Single-Channel Clean Gain Discrete FET Compressor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutboard processor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePath\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnalogue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLatency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the key details?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutboard processor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePath\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnalogue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLatency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCondition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew, original packaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Warm Audio?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA hardware bus compressor is the single most recognisable piece of the sound of commercial records. It is not a subtle difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it add latency?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, analogue processing is instantaneous.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it rack mountable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost models, see the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it run on the mix bus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, that is the primary use for bus processors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a computer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it operates standalone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy buy from Victory Musical Instruments?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVictory Musical Instruments is a veteran-owned pro audio dealer based in Miami, Florida, founded by a working musician. Free U.S. shipping, financing at checkout and local pickup in Miami. Call 844-687-4208.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVolume and project pricing available for studios, schools and institutions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Warm Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44621740998707,"sku":"1773083","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1768\/9095\/files\/01773083-wl.jpg?v=1785503942","url":"https:\/\/www.victorymusical.com\/products\/warm-audio-wa76-d-single-channel-clean-gain-discrete-fet-compressor","provider":"Victory Musical Instruments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}