Compressors & Limiters

Compressors and limiters are essential dynamics processors used throughout recording, mixing and mastering. From early valve and variable-mu designs to FET, VCA and optical circuits, hardware compressors have shaped the control, punch and tonal character of recorded sound across decades of studio production.

This archive covers both vintage studio compressors and modern hardware designs, including faithful recreations and contemporary interpretations of classic circuits. From original units produced in the 1960s and 1970s to current production models and replicas, these dynamics processors remain central to professional studio workflows.

Made In New Zealand

Released in 2019 /

Buzz Audio SOC-M Mastering Compressor

Compression Type: Optical

The Buzz Audio SOC-M is a Class A stereo optical compressor for mastering, offering stepped controls, parallel compression, and a range of precision features for detailed dynamics processing.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2019 /

Black Lion Audio B172A Compressor

Compression Type: FET

The Black Lion Audio B172A combines a Seventeen FET limiter and a custom LA-2A-style optical compressor in one unit. It offers flexible routing with an AB-BA switch, stereo linking, and premium components including a CineMag input transformer and a custom T4BLA optocell. This design delivers classic compression tones with modern workflow control.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2019 /

AudioScape V-Comp 6386 Edition Vari-MU Compressor

Compression Type: Variable-Mu

The AudioScape V-Comp 6386 Edition is a limited-edition compressor featuring a JJ 6386 tube for premium gain reduction. Inspired by a 1950s variable-gain tube design, it offers warm, rich tone and effortless musicality, perfect for classic tube gear enthusiasts.

Made In Chile

Released in 2019 /

Stam SA-76ADG FET Compressor

Compression Type: FET

The Stam SA-76ADG is an exact replica of the 3 most revered revisions of the UREI 1176 FET compressor. Revision A, D, and G.

Made In Sweden

Released in 2019 /

Golden Age Audio COMP-3A Jr Compressor

Compression Type: Optical

The Golden Age Audio COMP-3A Jr is a compact, vintage style optical compressor with transformer balanced I/O, an integrated optocoupler, and simple front-panel controls, offering classic analogue compression at an affordable price.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2019 /

Retro DOUBLEWIDE II Tube Compressor

Compression Type: Variable-Mu

Retro DOUBLEWIDE II is a premium, hand-wired 500 series tube compressor with upgraded speed and control, combining vintage tone and robust build quality in a compact dual-slot format.

Made In Chile

Released in 2019 /

Stam Stamchild SA-670 Mk2 Tube Compressor

Compression Type: Variable-Mu

The Stam SA-670 Mk2 Stamchild is our take on the most iconic and finest sounding tube compressor in history, the Fairchild 670.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2019 /

Chandler Limited TG Opto Compressor

The Chandler Limited TG Opto compressor is a handmade, fully discrete, mono, dual space module, designed for the 500 Series format.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2019 /

AudioScape D-Comp Limiter

Compression Type: Diode Bridge

The AudioScape D-Comp is a highly versatile compressor, perfect for a wide range of applications. Equally adept at mastering or crushing transients, it delivers both precision and character. Its unique use of Zener diodes adds a distinctive midrange warmth while offering unparalleled control over challenging dynamics, resulting in a compression style unlike any other.

Made In Poland

Released in 2019 /

Looptrotter Monster2 Compressor

Compression Type: FET

Looptrotter Monster2 is an analogue compressor blending FET compression with tube saturation for warmth and detail. It features NOS tubes, a 2nd BOOST for harmonics, and a MIX function for dry/wet blending. Its precise switches ensure accurate stereo processing and quick recall.

Made In Germany

Released in 2019 /

Tegeler Schwerkraft Maschine Compressor

Compression Type: Variable-Mu

Tegeler have spent so much time planning, constructing, testing, programming, checking… and above all else, listening. The Tegeler Schwerkraft Maschine Compressor incorporates the sum of all our expertise, combined with the feedback we got on the VTC.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2019 /

Maag Audio Magnum-K Compressor

Compression Type: VCA

The Maag Audio Magnum-K single-channel compressor is a unique design that accomplishes dynamic range modification in the most efficient and transparent way possible.