Retro 176 Used Limiter Compressor In Mint Condition (Ettore)

 

Bring the legendary warmth of vintage compression to your modern studio workflow. Retro Instruments has masterfully reimagined the classic variable-mu design with the 176 Tube Limiting Amplifier, seamlessly blending timeless tube character with the reliability and flexibility demanded by today’s top engineers. This pre-owned unit delivers an iconic, musical compression that perfectly glues mixes and elevates vocals, all while maintaining absolute hardware dependability.

 

 

• Authentic variable-mu tube design utilizing selected NOS tubes and components
• Precision knob scales for effortless, exact setting recall
• Continuously variable attack and release times for precise dynamic control
• Four versatile compression ratios ranging from subtle smoothing to aggressive limiting (2:1, 4:1, 8:1, 12:1)
• Wide-range sidechain high-pass filter to keep low-end frequencies from triggering the compressor
• Onboard Vocal Asymmetry Tool to optimize and balance vocal peaks
• True hard-wire bypass switch alongside an innovative interstage transformer bypass switch
• High-quality, multi-function VU meter switchable between Input, Output, and Gain Reduction
• Seamless stereo strapping capabilities for linking two or more units
• Integral tube balance test for quick and easy maintenance
• Professional XLR input and output connections
• Switchable 115/230V AC mains operation with standard IEC power connector