Mixing Music | Music Production, Audio Engineering, & Music Business RTFM: All About the 1176 Compressor!
Sep 5, 2023
Discover the unique characteristics and versatility of the 1176 compressor, from vocals to parallel compression. Learn about the history and revisions of the 1176, including the LN version and modern interfaces. Explore the importance of creativity over technicalities in music production. Hear about the Gray Beard, 500 series options, and purchasing alternatives like West Audio and Hairball. Uncover the building process and functionality of the 1176 compressor, including different ratios and release patterns.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Characteristics of the 1176 Compressor
01:57 • 10min
The History and Revisions of the 1176 Compressor
12:03 • 19min
The Importance of Creativity over Technicalities
31:02 • 8min
The Gray Beard and 1176 Compressors
38:39 • 1min
Options for Using and Purchasing the 1176 Compressor
40:08 • 2min
Building and Characteristics of the 1176 Compressor
41:49 • 6min