A twin channel 'vari-mu' device. Compression ratio starts low and increases gradually so that compression can be subtle and natural, but compression effects can occur when driven hard. Very low noise. Continuously variable controls for Gain, Attack, Release, Threshold and Output Level. Stereo link for compressing a group (eg. drums) or a complete mix.

 

The Phoenix enhances vocals & individual instruments by being unobtrusive, gently 'warming' sounds and making solos sound more powerful. It¹s impressive on overall mixes & can give a digital mix 'reality'. It¹s also excellent for compression effects. Try drums with a 'thump' attack (i. e slowest) & fast release.

 

Key Features

All valve design for greater presence and naturality.
Completely free from solid state additives.
Transparent compression.
Punchy when pushed.
Drive it hard for compression effects and distortion.
Absolutely flat frequency response over entire audio range and beyond.
Minimal phase shift giving a crisp and warm sound.

Phoenix Specifications

Max output level (MOL)
 +19dB into 600 ohms
+ 24dB into 10K ohms
 
Max Gain
 30dB
 
Total Harmonic Distortion
 Better than 0.09% @ 1kHz (at no compression)
0.11% @100Hz
 
Noise, IEC weighted
 95dB below MOL
 
Input Impedance
 15k ohms
 
Frequency response
 0/-1dB 12Hz to 60kHz
 
Attack Time
 0.004 sec to 0.12 sec
 
Release Time
 0.06 sec to 2.2 sec
 
Output Impedance
 600 ohms