Alesis NanoCompressor

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RMS/Peak stereo compressor/limiter.

Overview

Why wouldn't they be awesome at compressors? Alesis can squeeze anything down to size.

From the NanoVerb to the NanoSynth to the NanoPiano (rolls off the tongue, doesn't it?), Alesis has repeatedly proven that they can squeeze big sounds and effects into tiny packages. They're also pretty amazing at shrinking prices in the process. The NanoCompressor is no exception to the rule: it is an incredibly affordable yet sonically powerful solution for full-featured stereo compression. Somehow, Alesis manages to include all the features you'd expect in a pro compressor. Things like complete compression controls, RMS and peak signal detection, hard and soft knee curves, and a sidechain input. Use it onstage with the instrument of your choice or a vocal mic. Add it to your home studio

Specs

Input Impedance: 1 megohm, unbalanced

Max. Input Level: +6dBV

Distortion: Less than 0.08 at 1kHz

Dynamic Range: greater than 118dB, >A< weighted

Nominal Output Level: -10 dBV

Max. Output Level: +16dBV

Output Level Control Range: 48dB

Output Impedance: 470 ohms, unbalanced

Threshold of Limiting: -40dBV to +8dBV

Peak Mode Attack time: 0.1ms to 200ms

Peak Mode Release time: 50ms to 3 sec

RMS Attack/Release times: Program dependent

Compression Ratio: 1:1 to ; selectable hard or soft compression knee

Gain Reduction Indication: 6 LED indicators at -1, -3, -6, -12, -20, -30 dB

Level Indication: 6 LEDs at -30, -20, -10, -4, 0, +6 dB ; switch selectable Input or Output signal monitor; indicates true dBV level

Connections: 1/4 > mono phone jacks for Inputs, Outputs and 1/4< stereo for Side-Chain

Power Requirements: External 9 VAC power supply (P3)

Dimensions (W x H x D): 5.5" x 1.7" x 4.5"

Weight: 1.25 lbs.