The award winning Drawmer 1978 builds on the success of the 1973 multiband FET compressor and adorns an unparalleled array of controls to give complete mastering over your mix, and all in a deceptively simple 1U frame.
In addition to the usual Ratio, Threshold, Attack and Release controls, the 1978 features four character switches offering a wide range of compression flavours, as well as a variable saturation control to add harmonic distortion to the signal. Side chain functionality is also included with side chain insert points on both channels and a very comprehensive and flexible Side Chain EQ section which offers LF and HF controls with a choice of specific shapes and frequencies for precise frequency-conscious compression such as de-essing. A wet/mix control also allows you to blend the processed signal with the dry for parallel compression.
In addition, a fast reacting Dual colour backlit VU Meter is employed to provide a visual indication of the amount of saturation added. Time delay relays are incorporated into the outputs to provide clean power-up and down with no pops or bangs, and a low hum toroidal linear power supply. The Drawmer 1978 is a truly flexible compressor made in the UK with high-quality components
In addition, a fast reacting Dual colour backlit VU Meter is employed to provide a visual indication of the amount of saturation added. Time delay relays are incorporated into the outputs to provide clean power-up and down with no pops or bangs, and a low hum toroidal linear power supply. The Drawmer 1978 is a truly flexible compressor made in the UK with high-quality components
Specifications:
- Type: FET Compressor
- Number of Channels: Single channel, Stereo
- Controls: Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, Saturate, Low Frequency, High Frequency, Mix, Gain
- Threshold: -40 dB to 20 dB (Compressor)
- Ratio: 1:1 to 10:1
- Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz (±0.2dB)
- Inputs: 2 x XLR
- Outputs: 2 x XLR
- Sidechain I/O: 2 x 1/4″” TRS
- Rack Spaces: 1U
- Power Source: Standard IEC AC cable
- Height: 1.73″”
- Depth: 7.95″”
- Width: 19″”
- Weight: 5.9 lbs.
- User’s Guide here.