Warm Audio Pedal76 - Fet Compressor Pedal

Warm Audio Pedal76: The Ultimate Studio Compressor for Stage Performance

Warm Audio Pedal76 is a meticulously crafted compressor pedal that accurately replicates one of the fastest and most powerful studio compressors of all time, renowned for its extremely responsive dynamics and rich analog tone. It is perfect for guitar and bass players, providing an extra edge through its FET circuit, allowing you to transport the signature studio sound to the stage.

This pedal is built with high-quality, custom components specifically chosen to emulate the professional performance and tone of studio units. With Pedal76, you get authentic 76-style FET compression. The added character from the FET circuit and the rich sound of the transformer make Pedal76 the ideal choice for musicians looking to recreate timeless studio sounds in live performances. The pedal captures the legendary tone and control of vintage 76-style compression, used by artists like Jack White, John Mayer, Foo Fighters, Van Halen, Led Zeppelin, and many more.

Classic Studio Compression for the Stage

Just like the original 76-style FET studio compressor, which has been used in countless guitar, bass, and keyboard recordings, Pedal76 controls dynamics without compromising character. The additional harmonic depth from the FET circuit and the rich tone preservation from the custom transformer blend seamlessly to recreate the ultimate compressor for guitar and bass players who demand a crystal-clear studio sound on stage.

Essential Controls for Studio Compressors

Pedal76 features Attack and Release controls, as well as Ratio and Input, which are crucial for managing unwanted volume changes during performances. The Attack and Release settings dictate when the compression takes effect. The Ratio determines the "strength" of compression against the raw signal, while the Input controls how much raw signal is fed into the compression circuit. The Output serves as makeup gain or master volume, ensuring Pedal76 integrates smoothly with your rig or provides an additional boost when necessary.

High-Quality Components and Build from 76-Style Compression Experts

Pedal76 employs premium, custom components to achieve authentic 76-style FET compression. The custom CineMag transformer is designed to replicate the professional performance and tone of studio units in a pedal-friendly format. High-quality capacitors, resistors, and transistors complete a circuit that doesn't cut corners, delivering an authentic studio experience on stage.

Features Optimized for Live Performances

Pedal76 includes an external switch for true and buffered bypass, ensuring the compressor operates seamlessly in your rig. Switches for input sensitivity, ground/lift, pad engagement, and high/low gain modes (both for DI use) provide added functionality during gigs or in the studio. The separate balanced (DI) output also sends the correct signal to the mixer or live recording setup, with the high-gain mode adding grit and rich transformer tone.

A Legacy of Premium 76-Style Compressors

Warm Audio has been producing premium 76-style studio compressors, like the WA76, for over ten years. With more than 20,000 studio units sold worldwide, Warm Audio has the expertise to create this circuit and understand what drives the sought-after tone of the most prized vintage 76-style compressors. Just like the renowned studio WA76, Warm Audio incorporates custom CineMag transformers and premium components to deliver studio compression on your pedalboard.

Hand-Tested in Austin, TX

As with all Warm Audio products, the Pedal76 is meticulously hand-tested and inspected by trained technicians who share a passion for music-making in Austin, TX, USA.

Technical Specifications

• All-analog transformer-balanced FET compressor pedal
• Custom CineMag USA output transformer (activated with external power)
• Classic 76-style compressor controls: Ratio, Attack, Release, Output, and Input
• Additional controls: Input sensitivity, Ground/Lift, DI output pad, DI high/low gain with level boost on balanced output
• Vintage-style amber VU meter for gain reduction indication
• Ultra-low noise with 100% discrete analog signal path
• External power supply with 9V battery compartment; the external power supply leverages internal voltage increase via DC-DC voltage converter.