The WesAudio ng78 carries forward the legendary punch, speed, and musicality of the 1176-style FET compressor while introducing the precision and workflow benefits of digital control. With its fully analog stereo signal path and digital recall architecture, the ng78 is purpose-built for modern hybrid studios that demand both sonic character and automation flexibility.
Classic Compression, Modern Precision
Featuring five ratio settings—2:1, 4:1, 8:1, 12:1, and 20:1—plus a legendary All-Button mode, the ng78 handles everything from gentle mix glue to bold, aggressive limiting. The newly extended attack range up to 20 ms provides smoother transient control, while the dedicated MIX knob simplifies real-time parallel compression without extra routing. A 2:1 ratio option offers musical subtlety perfect for mastering or bus work, while Dynamic Link Technology ensures rock-solid stereo tracking and balance.
Analog Depth with Flexible Tone Shaping
A Carnhill transformer output stage delivers unmistakable analog weight and warmth. Switch to Saturation mode to disable compression and drive the input/output circuit for colorful harmonic enhancement or clipping effects. The THD control provides Low, Mid, and High modes to fine-tune the amount of analog coloration, while Modern and Vintage modes emulate two classic 1176 revisions (F & G).
Further tonal flexibility comes from the dual-section sidechain EQ, featuring:
- High-Pass Filter at 60 Hz, 90 Hz, or 150 Hz to retain low-end power
- High-Shelf Filter at 2 kHz, 5 kHz, or 10 kHz for refined top-end response
Hybrid Workflow and Control
The ng78 integrates seamlessly into today's hybrid setups with total recall and plug-in control for all major DAWs. Connect via USB or Ethernet for direct integration and remote access, and take advantage of A/B hardware switching to compare two independent settings instantly. Classic vintage-style gain reduction meters provide familiar feedback alongside precise input and output level metering, ensuring intuitive operation whether in hardware or software control mode.
Details in Brief
- Fully analog stereo FET compressor with digital recall
- +24 dBu of headroom for pristine dynamic range
- Five selectable ratios (2:1 – 20:1) plus All-Button mode
- Extended attack range up to 20 ms for detailed transient shaping
- Dedicated MIX knob for parallel compression blending
- Transformer-balanced outputs using Carnhill iron
- Modern/Vintage modes emulate 1176 F and G revisions
- Flexible sidechain EQ with HPF (60/90/150 Hz) and High-Shelf (2/5/10 kHz)
- Selectable THD modes: Low, Mid, High for tailored saturation
- Dynamic Link Technology for perfect stereo balance
- Saturation mode turns the unit into a color box/clipper
- A/B hardware button for instant preset comparison
- Fully digitally controlled analog circuit with total recall
- USB and Ethernet connectivity for plug-in integration
- Classic GR and I/O metering for visual feedback
- 2 RU rackmount form factor
EAN: 5906660299318