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Empirical Labs EL8X Distressor Compressor

The Distressor electronically controls the volume of just about any source in a very pleasing, and "musical" manner - adding fullness, intelligibility, and especially in the Distressor's case - excitement. Learn More...

    • New $1,529.95
  • Installment Plan:4 payments of $382.48
    • free ground shipping
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Overall User Ratings

Overall:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Features:
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Quality:
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Value:
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I Want It:
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Sound:
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Individual User Ratings

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Quality:
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Value:
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I Want It:
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Sound:
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Feature:
Everthing was a winner for me!

Quality:
Everything was great.

Value:
It pays for itself in no time! Wasn't too bad a price considering what similar items go for nowadays!

Desirability:
Easily laid out and direct in appearance... Not a very "sexy" device but gets to the point.

Sound:
When using mics, I've always found myself using just an Avalon (or something similar), and hearing complaints about the sound being kind of "cold." I found myself using plug ins such as Vintage Warmers (which work) but I came across this device called a "Distressor" that I've heard about but never had the pleasure of using. After using it just once, I can't imagine working without it. Ever since, I've used it countless times in various studios, and have made the decision to add it to my personal arsenal of toys in my personal studio. Gotta have that British mode!!! Now, the Avalon is only used for +48 and maybe EQ... the Distressor takes over from there!

Overall:
I plan on using this product for quite sometime to come! Definitely satisfied with the quality and functionality. Highly recommended to any serious music enthusiast or audio engineer such as myself!

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