Warm Audio WA76 Discrete FET Compressor

Warm Audio WA76 Overview
The WA76 from Warm Audio is a modern reproduction of the 1176 revision D limiting amplifier. With its completely discrete signal path and use of the original Reichenbach Engineering’s (now CineMag) transformer design, the unit remains as faithful as possible to the construction of the original classic.

The 1176 was a major breakthrough in limiter technology, being the first true peak limiter with an all transistor circuitry while offering superior performance and a signature sound. The ultra-fast attack time was and still is a sound coveted by many legendary artists and studio engineers. This reproduction includes the famous “all buttons in” setting.

True to the classic 1176 compressor in design and performance
Completely discrete signal path
Modeled after the D revision
Utilizes USA made CineMag input and output transformers
Supports “all buttons in” ratio setting
Ultra-fast attack time
Class-A line-level output amplifier

Warm Audio WA76 Specs
Function
Compressor/Limiting Amplifier
Number of Channels
Single
Inputs
1 x XLR
1 x 1/4″ TRS
Input Impedance
600Ω, bridges-T control (floating)
Outputs
1 x XLR
1 x 1/4″ TRS
Attack Time
20 to 800 microseconds
Release Time
50 milliseconds to 1 second
Make-up Gain
55 dB
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/-1.0 dB
THD
<0.4% (50 Hz to 20 kHz with limiting) Noise SNR: >74 dB at +25 dBm
EIN: -104.1 dBm
Power Requirements
Internal power supply, external 110V to 24V AC power transformer
Dimensions
19 x 6 x 3.5″ (483 x 152 x 89 mm)
Weight
10 lb (4.5 kg)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
9.1 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
24.2 x 9.9 x 6.5″