Adorama has
Klark Teknik 76-KT Classic FET-Style Compressor w/ Class-A Line Level Amplifier on sale for
$149.
Shipping is free.
Alternatively,
Sweetwater has
Klark Teknik 1176-KT Classic FET-Style Compressor on sale for
$149.
Shipping is free.
Note: This item is backordered from both merchants, but can still be ordered.
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RoarkTN for finding this deal.
About this Item:
- High-quality, professional-grade FET-Style Compressor designed as a tribute to the iconic 1176LN
- Easy-to-use compression ratio buttons for complete control over sound output
- Housed in a durable, rugged steel 2U rackmount enclosure suitable for live concert touring
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Justification: This is basically the cheapest you can get an analog compressor for, and regardless of price it's a fantastic compressor closely modeled after an iconic studio piece (Urei 1176LN). This will do more to your recordings than a different outboard preamp. With that said, to record through this directly you will likely need an outboard preamp. Regardless, get this while it's on sale. It's worth it.
I don't own one of these, but with this sale I finally bit the bullet and bought a pair. Tracking through an analog compressor was the single most impactful change to sound quality that I've made to my recording worfklow, so it'll be handy to have these on hand.
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Work same as receiver or amplifier?
Work same as receiver or amplifier?
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Justification: This is basically the cheapest you can get an analog compressor for, and regardless of price it's a fantastic compressor closely modeled after an iconic studio piece (Urei 1176LN). This will do more to your recordings than a different outboard preamp. With that said, to record through this directly you will likely need an outboard preamp. Regardless, get this while it's on sale. It's worth it.
I don't own one of these, but with this sale I finally bit the bullet and bought a pair. Tracking through an analog compressor was the single most impactful change to sound quality that I've made to my recording worfklow, so it'll be handy to have these on hand.
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The Klark Teknik 76-KT compressor can be used with the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen, but there are some considerations to keep in mind:
### **Compatibility:**
- **Yes, it works:** The 76-KT is a hardware compressor with balanced line-level inputs and outputs, and the Scarlett 2i2 has line-level inputs that can accept signals from external hardware like the 76-KT.
- **Connection:** You would connect the output of the 76-KT to one of the Scarlett 2i2's line inputs using TRS cables.
### **Considerations:**
1. **Limited I/O on the Scarlett 2i2:**
- The Scarlett 2i2 has two combination inputs, which means if you're using one input for a microphone or instrument, you only have one other input available for the 76-KT. This limits the number of channels you can process with the 76-KT simultaneously.
2. **Signal Routing:**
- To use the 76-KT with the Scarlett 2i2, you would typically record your signal through the 76-KT into your DAW. This would mean you need to set the proper gain staging before the signal hits the interface.
3. **Potential Redundancy:**
- **Redundant for Simple Setups:** If you're mainly recording vocals or instruments directly into your DAW with basic compression, the software compressors available in your DAW might be sufficient, making the hardware compressor somewhat redundant for simple home studio setups.
- **Not Redundant for Specific Needs:** If you prefer the analog character, want to apply compression during tracking, or have more advanced needs (e.g., outboard gear in a hybrid setup), then the 76-KT adds value.
### **Conclusion:**
- **Works Well but Limited:** While the 76-KT will work with the Scarlett 2i2, the setup is somewhat limited due to the 2i2's inputs. For those seeking the analog sound of the 76-KT or looking to apply compression before signals enter the DAW, it's a good fit. However, if you're primarily using the Scarlett 2i2 for straightforward recording with in-the-box processing, the 76-KT might be more than you need.
If you have a more complex setup or plan to expand your gear in the future, you might consider upgrading to an interface with more I/O options to fully utilize outboard gear like the 76-KT.
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Justification: This is basically the cheapest you can get an analog compressor for, and regardless of price it's a fantastic compressor closely modeled after an iconic studio piece (Urei 1176LN).
The Klark Teknik 76-KT compressor can be used with the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen <snip>
As an alternative for anyone who happens to be interested in both an interface and a compressor, look into the UAD Volt 76 series. UAD makes the original 1176 compressor (ie not a clone), and the Volt 76 interfaces have an 1176 circuit built-in. The only difference is that instead of having knobs to tweak, it just has three presets (less flexible, but can also save you some analysis paralysis - many just set & forget the knobs anyway so no biggie). You can also do a loopback to use it as an outboard compressor.
Here's the 2 in/2 out version:
https://www.sweetwater.
I've got a KT-2A ("LA-2A") and an EQP-KT ("pultec eqp1a") tube equalizer but not their 1176, though I do have another maker's 1176-a-like, which has a very hot output stage, which I hear is pretty consistent with the original design. So much so that you can run a dynamic (or other passive mic) directly into it, without the usual preamp. The compression is very fast, and the box tone is a bit aggressive, which is, again, I'm told, consistent with the unit it's inspired by, which is one of the stone cold classics of music recording/production. It's likely there's one of these (a real UREI 1176) on most of the records you grew up listening to. It's a standard for rock vocals.
While their KT-2A doesn't sound *exactly* like an LA-2A (I've never used a vintage unit, only the UA reproduction), and both of the boxes I own by them can get a little noisy (having never compared to vintage units, I don't know if they are MORE noisy or not) they are totally usable and do pretty much what you'd expect to the signal. If you are interested in outboard, these aren't a bad way to get into it.. assuming you have the rest of your setup in place. Having spent a good amount of time with the UA LA-2A reproduction, which sells for $3k+ used, and 5k new, I wouldn't hesitate to buy a pair of the KT-2A units and get back to recording, and I assume the same holds true for these 76's, especially at these prices.
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