Description

The M76 Studio Compressor is a pedal compressor by MXR that offers studio-quality compression with Constant Headroom Technology™ and a True Bypass switching system for clear and clean performance.

OVERVIEW OF THE MXR M76 STUDIO COMPRESSOR

The MXR team has packed the features of a studio compressor into a compact and robust pedal. The M76 Studio Compressor features Attack, Release, Ratio, Input, and Output controls that allow for precise adjustment of the compression level and provide visual feedback with a bright LED that measures the gain reduction status. Constant Headroom technology offers abundant headroom for clear, transparent, and dynamic performance. All of this is housed in a durable and lightweight aluminum case, the size of a Phase 90.

CONTROLS OF THE MXR M76 STUDIO COMPRESSOR

Input: adjusts the gain of the input signal
Output: adjusts the overall volume of the effect
Ratio: sets the compression ratio
Release: controls how quickly the signal returns to its uncompressed level
Gain Reduction Meter: displays the gain reduction level and the compression response time
Attack: controls the compressor's reaction time

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE MXR M76 STUDIO COMPRESSOR

Input Impedance: 1 MΩ
Output Impedance: 600 Ω
Maximum Input Level: +14 dBV
Maximum Output Level: +8.5 dBV
Frequency Response: ±1 dB, 20 Hz
Noise Floor: -90 dBV
Gain: 31 dB
Compression Ratio: 4:1, 8:1, 12:1, 20:1
Attack Time: from 20 μs to 800 μs
Release Time: from 50 ms to 1.1 s
Bypass: True Hardwire
Current Draw: 14 mA with LEDs off, 19 mA with LEDs on
Power Supply: 9 volt DC