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 Chile

Released in 2022 /

Stam SA-76F+ Tube Compressor

Compression Type: FET

The Stam SA-76F+ is not only the most accurate replica of the vintage UREI 1176 Revision F in the market, but also the most exciting and versatile one.

Made In Chile

Released in 2022 /

Stam SA-76D+ FET and TUBE Compressor

Compression Type: FET

The Stam SA-76D+ is not only the most accurate replica of the vintage UREI 1176 Revision D in the market, but also the most exciting and versatile one.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2022 /

Heritage Audio Tubesessor Optical Tube Compressor

Compression Type: Optical

The Heritage Audio Tubesessor isn’t just ideal for delicately adding warmth and subtle enhancement to a signal while retaining complete dynamic control; it also comes with a few hidden features.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2022 /

Chandler Limited RS660 Compressor

Compression Type: Variable-Mu

The Chandler Limited RS660 Compressor is a handmade, mono/linkable, transformer-balanced valve (vacuum tube) compressor and limiter, configured in a dual rack space chassis with an internal power supply.

Made In Poland

Released in 2022 /

Hum Audio Devices LAAL Mastering Limiter

Compression Type: Feed-Forward

The Hum Audio Devices LAAL Limiter is absolutely exceptional in many ways. An innovative idea of detection and limiting process allowed us to achieve a new standard in analogue mastering.

Made In Chile

Released in 2023 /

Stam SA-78T+ Dual Peak Limiter

Compression Type: FET

The Stam SA-78T+ Dual Peak Limiter is based on the legendary Urei 1178 stereo compressor, famously used by Bob Clearmountain.

Made In Chile

Released in 2023 /

Stam SA-2A+ Tube Optical Compressor

Compression Type: Optical

The Stam SA-2A+ has new larger custom US made transformers, a US made T4B from Kenetek based on the 60’s UREI T4B’s, the pre-emphasis pot, original VU meter, 3U faceplate and Dry-Wet blend control.

Made In China

Released in 2023 /

Lindell Audio Lin2A Compressor

Compression Type: Optical

The Lindell Audio LiN2A is a tube-driven optical compressor that authentically recreates the legendary 2A-style design, featuring a Black Lion T4BLA opto element, Cinemag transformers, and a simple two-knob interface for instant, musical results.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2023 /

AudioScape AS78 Dual Peak Limiter

Compression Type: FET

The AudioScape AS78 is a dual-channel FET compressor/limiter inspired by the 1980 original. With stereo and A/B modes, ganged Attack and Release controls, and a Sidechain HPF, it delivers precise dynamic control while faithfully preserving the vintage design’s character.

Made In Poland

Released in 2023 /

WesAudio ng76 FET Compressor

Compression Type: FET

The WesAudio ng76 FET Compressor is a next generation FET compressor with digital recall and automation.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2023 /

Black Lion Audio Bluey 500 FET Limiting Amplifier

Compression Type: FET

The Black Lion Audio Bluey 500 is a 500-series compressor based on Chris Lord-Alge’s iconic modified unit. It delivers the same punchy, gritty sound with added features like wet and dry mix control and stereo link, using custom Cinemag transformers and a recreated console insert path.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2023 /

Black Lion Audio Seventeen 500 FET Compressor

Compression Type: FET

Black Lion Audio Seventeen 500 is a modern 500-series reimagining of the classic 1176 compressor, offering cleaner sound, added features like wet/dry mix and stereo link, and a wider tonal palette thanks to a redesigned IC-based front-end and custom output transformer.