Buzz Audio SOC-20
Fully discrete Class A transformer coupled stereo optical compressor.
It features a side chain insert point on balanced XLR's - a side chain high pass filterand a stereo Mid/Side processing mode.
Available in Silver/Grey or Black finish
In addition to the excellent compression characteristics developed for the SOC-1.1, the Series 20 version includes additional features. The use of discrete electronics and audio transformers in the audio path adds a little more character to the original SOC sound, and the extra features make the SOC-20 an excellent choice for stereo mix processing.
Perhaps the most important SOC-20 feature is the stereo Mid/Side processing mode. At the flick of a switch a discrete Class A sum and difference circuit is enabled so that Channel A now processes the L+R (sum) signal and Channel B the L-R (difference) signal of your stereo mix. This function, along with the side chain insert point, opens up whole new ways to easily manipulate your mixes and achieve the sound you desire.
FEATURES
- Toasty Class A discrete signal path with flashy Lundahl output transformers
- On board Mid Side processor.
- Side chain insert point on balanced XLR's
- Built in side chain high pass filter.
- Fast attack optical compressor.
SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Input Level Line = +32dBu
Maximum Output Level Line = +27dBu
Maximum Input/Output Level S/C Insert = +22dBu
Noise = -95dBu Stereo Mode, -90dBu M/S Mode
(measured with no make up gain and A Weighted).
Gain = variable 0dB to +15dB
Frequency Response
3Hz to 120kHz measured with +10dB gain and no gain reduction.
Harmonic Distortion no gain reduction
0.08% @ 100Hz, 0.025% @ 1kHz, 0.02% @ 10kHz, 0.05% @ 100kHz
Harmonic Distortion with 20dB gain reduction (Attack AUTO, Release 16)
0.1% @ 100Hz, 0.06% @ 1kHz, 0.04% @ 10kHz
Harmonic Distortion with 20dB gain reduction (Attack AUTO, Release AUTO
2% @ 100Hz
Standard Operating Level = +4dBu = 0 VU meter display.
Size = 2 Unit 19" rack mount, (482Wx88Hx250D).
Power requirements = 230V/115V selectable, IEC detachable power cable.
Specifications are typical of a production unit and are subject to change without notice.
0dBu reference = 0.775 volts RMS.
