{"product_id":"vt-9m","title":"VT-9M","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe D.W. Fearn VT-9M Mastering Compressor is a dual-channel, line-level tube compressor designed for high-quality recording, mixing, and mastering applications. Its audio path uses Class-A triode vacuum tubes, drawing on the character of classic 1960s tube compressors while incorporating modern gain-control circuitry and carefully selected passive components. The two channels can operate independently or be linked for stereo processing, making the VT-9M suitable for individual tracks as well as complete stereo mixes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts controls are designed to make compression easy to shape by ear. Threshold determines how much compression is applied, while stepped make-up gain restores level after gain reduction. Adjustable attack and release let users preserve transients, increase density, or create smoother, more natural dynamics. A Softer\/Harder Shape control changes the character of the compression curve, while a switchable sidechain high-pass filter reduces sensitivity to bass energy and can help minimize pumping caused by kick drums or other low-frequency material. A true VU meter can display output level or gain reduction, and true bypass provides a quick comparison between the processed and unprocessed signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VT-9M uses transformer-balanced XLR inputs and outputs and is optimized for professional +4 dBm studio systems. Its wide frequency response, up to 20 dB of gain reduction, regulated power supplies, custom output transformers, and eight 6072A vacuum tubes support clean, controlled dynamics processing while retaining the tonal qualities associated with tube circuitry. The unit is hand-built and intended for long-term studio use, with straightforward front-panel operation that encourages engineers to adjust compression according to the material rather than rely on fixed formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"D.W. FEARN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67598803697983,"sku":"61997","price":15499.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/6931\/1551\/files\/DW-VT9M-OW-Front.png?v=1790628119","url":"https:\/\/www.economik.com\/products\/vt-9m","provider":"Studio Economik","version":"1.0","type":"link"}