Universal Audio 1176 Compressor

The Universal Audio 1176 is a FET limiting amplifier that has been a recording studio staple since 1967. Its ultra-fast attack time, program-dependent release, and musical distortion characteristics when pushed hard make it the go-to compressor for vocals, drums, guitars, and bass. Fleetwood Mac's Rumours was recorded and mixed using 1176s extensively, their ability to add presence and controlled aggression to Buckingham's guitars and Nicks' vocals contributing to the album's radio-ready punch. The 'all-buttons-in' mode produces a distinctive, aggressive compression loved by engineers worldwide.