Lindel Audio LiN76 Compressor

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LiN76

Lindell Audio’s take on the classic American 1176 compressor.

DECADES OF DYNAMICS PROCESSING

The LiN 76 has been carefully designed to recreate the timbres of nuances of vintage-era ‘76-style FET compressors.

The most classic and respected sounds of dynamic processors live on in the LiN 76, as well as the infamous “all-button” mode made famous by British recording engineers throughout the 1970’s — a sound that’s still popular today.

THE LINDELL LIN 76: INSTANT VIBE FOR TODAY’S DEMANDING STUDIOS.

  • Instant vintage-vibe dynamics processing
  • USA-made transformers
  • 4:1, 8:1, 12:1, 20:1, and “All-button” compression ratio modes
  • Vintage-style VU for monitoring
  • Variable attack and release times, with ultra-fast attack options
  • Balanced input and output

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Attack Continuously variable 20uS to 800uS
Release Continuously variable 50mS to 1200mS
Ratio Pushbutton selected 4:1, 8:1, 12:1, 20:1 and any combination
Voltage 12VAC
AC Mains Input 100V-240V depending on supplied
Dimensions Width 438mm (19”)
Height 88mm (2U)
Depth 250mm
Weight 8kg

The LiN 76 has been carefully designed to recreate the timbres of nuances of vintage-era ‘76-style FET compressors. The most classic and respected sounds of dynamic processors live on in the LiN 76, as well as the infamous “all-button” mode

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#2

Good stuff, thanks for sharing.

My question becomes, do we need another 1176?

Lindell is quality, though.

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#3

Well this looks cool.

Well if the price on B&H is correct, then yes we do need more of them for $399.

The Universal Audio hardware version is around $2500, and even the Warm Audio is $699. This could be a great value.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1718795-REG/lindell_audio_lin76_vintage_limiting_amplifier.html

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#4

Kinda bummed that there is no stereo link feature for two. Not that I should be expecting it at $399 I guess.

#5

Pretty great price. I can’t remember what the Klark Teknik units cost, or if they are still around. I’d take a Lindell over them, though, most likely.

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#6

Yeah, me too. Lindell makes some quality goods.

#7

KT 76 currently in stock at 309€. I’d be really interested in the comparison as well. Got the KT a couple of years back and used it a bit, but finally changed my setup in a way there wasn’t room for it. As I remember it I used it mainly on kicks and bass - no idea if that is kosher, but don’t really make music with vocals, acoustic instruments or other sources I traditionally hear mentioned as program material it handles well.

#8

I am seriously considering a Lindell Audio LiN76 at this time. I just want a second 1176 style compressor for a vocal chain setup option. My other considerations are the Black Lion Audio Bluey or Black Lion Audio Seventeen. Presently, a Warm Audio WA76 resides in my vocal rack case.

Recently, I bought a Lindell Audio LiN2A, and the build quality and sound are better than I expected per the price. I am hoping for a similar experience with the LiN76.