The Alphacomp from Alto is a digital processor that provides stereo compression and limiting, and is housed in a compact form factor.
The front panel sports input and output controls and a large preset knob with 16 preset locations that cover the gamut of compression duties. A further rotary control provides 16 variation on each preset, thus providing 256 effects.
| Function | Compressor |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Inputs | 2 x 1/4" TS phone |
| Outputs | 2 x 1/4" TS phone |
| Maximum Input Level | +9dBu |
| Compression Threshold | As per preset |
| Compression Ratio | As per preset |
| Attack Time | As per preset |
| Release Time | As per preset |
| Gate Threshold | Not applicable |
| Gate Rate | Not applicable |
| Maximum Output Level | +9dBu |
| Make-up Gain | No |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz, +0.5/-1.5dB |
| Dynamic Range | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Noise | SNR: >90dB, A-weighted 20Hz to 22kHz |
| Power Requirements | 9VAC - external power supply |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 7.9 x 5.9 x 1.8" (mm) |
| Weight | 2.2 lbs (1kg) |
| Specialties | Variable input and output gain |