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Alan Smart Research C2 Stereo Rack Compressor
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Type: Dynamic Range Processor Number of Channels: 2 Effect/Enhancement: Compression/Limiting Brand: Smart Research Model: C2
Smart Research C2 Dual Mono/Stereo CompressorIf you are looking you probably know how good this box is but here is some info. It is an amazing sounding compressor. Adds depth, glue and a wonderful 3 dimensional quality to everything you run through it, from individual instruments during tracking to stereo busses during mixdown. It adds a finished quality to whole mixes too.And Crush Mode totally rocks!In great condition, with everything working as it should do. Comes with UK mains lead. It has an internal power supply. I will only post to mainland European countries. Please only buy if you have 5 or more ebay feedback. Payment by PayPal only and must be paid within 48 hours.+++++++
The Smart Research C2 houses two independant mono compressors, or in stereo mode, the left- hand controls operate both audio channels, with the right-hand controls not used, giving true Stereo operation. The characteristic sound of this unit arises mostly from the fast response at the onset of compression, which when delayed to occur around the mid range attack settings (after 0.3 to 3 milliseconds) results in a window through which transients can still pass. When used across a mix, or with any dynamic programme, this has the effect of adding 'punch', as the sidechain 'breathes' around these transients, while still controlling overall levels. CRUSH mode has been developed as an extension of this 'musicality', adding to and accentuating the factors involved in producing the character of the unit. CRUSH may sound surprising to those interested in more gentle applications, being capable of exaggerated compression effects, but in conjunction with the fast limit settings also introduced with this unit, it allows the C2 to be used for a much wider range of applications than the C1. Smart Research C2 Features Fast attack and limit settings for protective limiting.Crush mode gives f.e.t 'overcompression' with tailored frequency response, and higher distortion, for 'huge' dynamic effects.External sidechain inputs, (for ducking etc.)Power fail bypass for broadcast or live sound.Ratios 1.5:1, 2:1, 3:1, 4:1, 10:1 and Limit.Attack 0, 0.1, 0.3, 1, 3, 10, and 30 m/sec.Release 0.1, 0.3, 0.6, 1.2, and 2.4 seconds Smart Research C2 Specifications Power: 100v-240v AC selectable, 30 watts.Noise floor: Below -104 dBm (flat 20Hz-20Khz).Distortion: Below 0.005% (1K/+4 THD 20Hz-20Khz)Frq. Response: Within 1/2dB from 20Hz to 100KhzDepth in rack: 258mm.Main input: Balanced, impedance 1K8 per leg.Sidechain i/p: Balanced, impedance 10K per leg.Output: Discrete transistor. Above +26dBm into 600 ohm load.Threshold: Adjustable -20 to +20dBm.Make-up gain: Adjustable 0 to +20dBm.
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| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Type: | Dynamic Range Processor |
| Number of Channels: | 2 | Effect/Enhancement: | Compression/Limiting |
| Brand: | Smart Research | Model: | C2 |
Smart Research C2 Dual Mono/Stereo CompressorIf you are looking you probably know how good this box is but here is some info. It is an amazing sounding compressor. Adds depth, glue and a wonderful 3 dimensional quality to everything you run through it, from individual instruments during tracking to stereo busses during mixdown. It adds a finished quality to whole mixes too.And Crush Mode totally rocks!In great condition, with everything working as it should do. Comes with UK mains lead. It has an internal power supply. I will only post to mainland European countries. Please only buy if you have 5 or more ebay feedback. Payment by PayPal only and must be paid within 48 hours.+++++++
The Smart Research C2 houses two independant mono compressors, or in stereo mode, the left- hand controls operate both audio channels, with the right-hand controls not used, giving true Stereo operation. The characteristic sound of this unit arises mostly from the fast response at the onset of compression, which when delayed to occur around the mid range attack settings (after 0.3 to 3 milliseconds) results in a window through which transients can still pass. When used across a mix, or with any dynamic programme, this has the effect of adding 'punch', as the sidechain 'breathes' around these transients, while still controlling overall levels. CRUSH mode has been developed as an extension of this 'musicality', adding to and accentuating the factors involved in producing the character of the unit. CRUSH may sound surprising to those interested in more gentle applications, being capable of exaggerated compression effects, but in conjunction with the fast limit settings also introduced with this unit, it allows the C2 to be used for a much wider range of applications than the C1. Smart Research C2 Features Fast attack and limit settings for protective limiting.Crush mode gives f.e.t 'overcompression' with tailored frequency response, and higher distortion, for 'huge' dynamic effects.External sidechain inputs, (for ducking etc.)Power fail bypass for broadcast or live sound.Ratios 1.5:1, 2:1, 3:1, 4:1, 10:1 and Limit.Attack 0, 0.1, 0.3, 1, 3, 10, and 30 m/sec.Release 0.1, 0.3, 0.6, 1.2, and 2.4 seconds Smart Research C2 Specifications Power: 100v-240v AC selectable, 30 watts.Noise floor: Below -104 dBm (flat 20Hz-20Khz).Distortion: Below 0.005% (1K/+4 THD 20Hz-20Khz)Frq. Response: Within 1/2dB from 20Hz to 100KhzDepth in rack: 258mm.Main input: Balanced, impedance 1K8 per leg.Sidechain i/p: Balanced, impedance 10K per leg.Output: Discrete transistor. Above +26dBm into 600 ohm load.Threshold: Adjustable -20 to +20dBm.Make-up gain: Adjustable 0 to +20dBm.
The Smart Research C2 houses two independant mono compressors, or in stereo mode, the left- hand controls operate both audio channels, with the right-hand controls not used, giving true Stereo operation. The characteristic sound of this unit arises mostly from the fast response at the onset of compression, which when delayed to occur around the mid range attack settings (after 0.3 to 3 milliseconds) results in a window through which transients can still pass. When used across a mix, or with any dynamic programme, this has the effect of adding 'punch', as the sidechain 'breathes' around these transients, while still controlling overall levels. CRUSH mode has been developed as an extension of this 'musicality', adding to and accentuating the factors involved in producing the character of the unit. CRUSH may sound surprising to those interested in more gentle applications, being capable of exaggerated compression effects, but in conjunction with the fast limit settings also introduced with this unit, it allows the C2 to be used for a much wider range of applications than the C1. Smart Research C2 Features Fast attack and limit settings for protective limiting.Crush mode gives f.e.t 'overcompression' with tailored frequency response, and higher distortion, for 'huge' dynamic effects.External sidechain inputs, (for ducking etc.)Power fail bypass for broadcast or live sound.Ratios 1.5:1, 2:1, 3:1, 4:1, 10:1 and Limit.Attack 0, 0.1, 0.3, 1, 3, 10, and 30 m/sec.Release 0.1, 0.3, 0.6, 1.2, and 2.4 seconds Smart Research C2 Specifications Power: 100v-240v AC selectable, 30 watts.Noise floor: Below -104 dBm (flat 20Hz-20Khz).Distortion: Below 0.005% (1K/+4 THD 20Hz-20Khz)Frq. Response: Within 1/2dB from 20Hz to 100KhzDepth in rack: 258mm.Main input: Balanced, impedance 1K8 per leg.Sidechain i/p: Balanced, impedance 10K per leg.Output: Discrete transistor. Above +26dBm into 600 ohm load.Threshold: Adjustable -20 to +20dBm.Make-up gain: Adjustable 0 to +20dBm.