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SOC-1.1 is a stereo audio compressor. Our original classic compressor brings the vintage optical vibe into the modern studio for tracking, mixing and even mastering.

Vintage heritage
The use of Light Dependant Resistors (LDR) as the control element of an audio compressor was pioneered in the 1960's and we are all aware of the value placed on those famous vintage LA2A and LA3A units. The SOC-1.1 was designed not to copy, but to take that signature sound and improve on it by offering the user more control. The SOC-1.1 puts you in command of the dynamics rather than dealing with preset parameters.

Control genius
The attack and release parameters of the SOC-1.1 can be set much faster than vintage opto compressors and there are 3 attack settings and 6 release setting including really useful and intelligent auto modes. The large knobs allow for easy recall of settings in mastering applications.

Design brilliance
The design of the SOC-1.1 lead to the development of our differential drive side chain circuit which is unique to Buzz Audio and is used in all our optical compressors. This circuit processes the negative and positive portions of the audio wavefrom separately (attack and release parameters) and along with the "soft knee" characteristic creates a very smooth coherent compression action.

Applications galore
The SOC-1.1 is perfect for recording vocals, acoustic instruments and sounds really special on bass instruments. Our clever design destroys the myth that optical compressors are "too slow" for the mix buss and the SOC will provide instant musical "glue" in this application - never digging holes in your mix.

Features

DRIVE - turning it clock wise increases compression, which is way more sensible than counter clock wise!
OUTPUT dB - variable pot that adds up to 15dB gain at the output to correct for lost level.
ATTACK - toggle switch with FAST (1mS) or SLOW (50mS) selection and our excellent AUTO mode.
RATIO - rotary switch with 4 settings for depth of compression, 2:1, 5:1, 10:1, 20:1.
RELEASE - rotary switch selects recovery time of 100mS, 200mS, 400mS, 800mS, 1600mS and a superb AUTO mode.
METER - monitor input or output level or amount of compression on the VU meter.
BYPASS - hard wire unit bypass to compare compressed and uncompressed signals.
ON/OFF - There is also a handy power switch and a channel A/B LINK switch which soft links the sidechain circuit which is useful when the SOC-1.1 is used on stereo mixes.

Specifications

Max Input/Output Level: +23.5dBu. (measured with 2k ohm load and 0dB output gain makeup)
Frequency Response: 4Hz to 250kHz (-3dB points with no gain reduction)
Slew Rate: 20V/uS
Harmonic Distortion: less than 0.008%. (measured 100Hz to 10kHz with no gain reduction)
Harmonic Distortion: less than 0.03% (measured 100Hz to 10kHz with 20dB gain reduction, Attack-AUTO, Rel-16)
Residual Output Noise: typically -90dBu, -100dBu A wtg (0dB output gain makeup, 150R input source impedance)
Channel to Channel Crosstalk: below noise.
Standard Operating Level: +4dBu = 0 VU meter display.
Size: 2 Unit 19" rack mount, (482Wx88Hx250D).
Power requirements: 230V/115V selectable, IEC detachable power cable.
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