SPL Venos Stereo Bus Compressor

Adding size, depth and impact to a stereo signal has never been easier. The Venos stereo bus compressor is based on the same design as many legendary vintage tube compressors. Venos expands this impressive sonic signature with two revolutionary hyper-compression modes, opening up new dimensions of sound. With SPL 120V technology this sound is crowned to king of dynamics.

Key Features

• The Venos stereo bus compressor is basically a variable bias tube compressor.
• Works on the principle of a bias-controlled remote cutoff tube with new hyper-compression modes “Focus” and “Punch”.
• Intuitive workflow with parameters fine-tuned in extensive listening sessions.
• All parameters set via switches or detented potentiometers for easy recall.
• 41-step detented Input control with +/-10 dB range.
• 41-step detented Threshold control.
• 41-step detented Bias control for stronger or lighter compression behavior.
• Six-step Attack control from Fast to Slow.
• Six-step Release control from Fast to Slow.
• Three rectifier options (germanium, silicon, LED) affecting time constants.
• 41-step Output level control with +/-10 dB range.
• Active switch for powering the Venos.
• Multiple compressor modes including Linear, Modern, Vintage, Focus, Punch, and Ext SC.
• Focus mode tightens and emphasizes the midrange.
• Punch mode delivers powerful, energetic compression with a negative-style response.
• Side-chain insert with balanced send/return (XLR).
• Large VU meter for gain reduction monitoring.
• GR Cal. trimmer for calibrating VU meter reduction display.
• Analog passive SPL equalizer presets AirBass and Tape.
• AirBass boosts lows and highs by ~2 dB.
• Tape Roll-Off emulates tape-machine-style frequency response.
• Gold-plated Neutrik XLR inputs and outputs.
• Electronically balanced operation at +6 dB nominal level.
• Ground switch for eliminating ground loops.
• SPL 120V SUPRA operational amplifier architecture for highest fidelity.

Specifications

• Internal Linear Power Supply with Shielded Toroidal Transformer
• Operating voltage for analog audio: +/- 60 V
• Operating voltage for relays and LEDs: +12 V
• Mains Power Supply
  • Mains voltage (selectable): 230 V AC / 50; 115 V AC / 60 Hz
  • Fuse for 230 V: T 1 A
  • Fuse for 115 V: T 2 A
  • Power consumption: max. 9.9 VA
• Analog Inputs & Outputs (XLR balanced)
  • Maximum input & output gain: +32.5 dBu
  • Input impedance: 20 kΩ
  • Output impedance: 75 Ω
  • Common mode rejection (0 dBu, 1 kHz): < 80 dB
  • Frequency range (-3 dB): 10 Hz–40 kHz
  • Crosstalk (1 kHz): -108 dBu
  • THD (+10 dBu): 0.002 %
  • Noise (A-weighted): -98 dBu
• Dimensions & Weight
  • W x H x D: 482 x 132 x 300 mm / 19 x 5.2 x 11.8 inch
  • Unit weight: 3.85 kg / 8.49 lbs
  • Shipping weight: 4.9 kg / 10.8 lbs