IGS Audio V8 Discrete Stereo Bus Compressor

6 Custom Transformers - Pulse Diode Bridge - Sidechain HPF 40-320Hz - +10THR
 
Desert Island Bus Compressor for Tracking, Mixing, Mastering

The V8 delivers smooth, gentle compression through its discrete component design featuring six IGS custom transformers (3 per channel). Compression core: matched pulse diode bridge (4 diodes/channel). Dual-mono unit with stereo sidechain link option. All stepped Elma switches ensure perfect channel matching + total recall.
 
Mixbus Punch & Clarity
 
Sidechain HPF: OFF/40/80/120/180/240/320Hz – Kick punches through without pumping
+10THR switch: Extra 10dB threshold drop for deep compression on quiet signals
Attack: 0.1ms-30ms (stepped)
Release: 0.1s-1.4s + Auto (stepped)
Max GR: 30dB
Max Gain: +22dB
 
Reference Specifications
 
Parameter
Value
Freq Response
10Hz-25kHz (+0.2/-0.4dB)
Max Input
>+22dBu
Max Output
>+26dBu
Dynamic Range
101dBA
Operating Level
+4dBu
 
 
Front Panel Precision

Analog VU meter, stepped Threshold/Ratio/Attack/Release/Gain, HPF selector, +10THR, Bypass, Stereo Link. XLR I/O, internal PSU (115/230V).
 
Proven Applications

Vocals track smoothly, drums/bus gain cohesion, masters polish effortlessly. Ultimate tone/color versatility.
 
Build: 70×50×30cm, 8kg. Made in Poland – military-grade reliability.
 
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