Harrison Audio Comp 500 Series Compressor

The Harrison Audio Comp 500 Series compressor is a single-channel feed-forward compressor built around the high-quality THAT 2180 VCA chip, delivering classic console-style dynamics control in a compact 500 Series module. As a result, engineers gain a versatile tool that can act as a transparent leveler on vocals and guitars or deliver punchy, character-driven compression on drums and bass. Controls for Makeup Gain, Ratio, Release, and Threshold give hands-on control over the compression curve, while a program-dependent attack stage automatically adapts to the input signal for musical results without constant tweaking. In addition, an input overload LED helps engineers keep track of signal levels at a glance. Marshall Music South Africa stocks the Harrison Audio Comp 500 Series compressor for studios across South Africa looking for a flexible, musical dynamics processor.

Versatile Dynamics Control From the Harrison Audio Comp 500 Series Compressor

Whether you’re taming an unruly vocal performance or adding weight to a drum bus, the Harrison Audio Comp 500 Series compressor adapts to the task at hand. Setting a low 1:2 ratio with a fast release produces smooth, transparent leveling that’s ideal for vocals and acoustic instruments, while pushing the ratio higher and slowing the release down delivers the sizzling, pumped-up character prized on drums and bass tracks. However, what ties these extremes together is the program-dependent attack circuit, which continuously adjusts to the source material for a consistently musical response. Marshall Music South Africa recommends the Harrison Audio Comp 500 Series compressor to South African engineers wanting classic feed-forward compression with modern flexibility.

Tech Specs

• Format: 500 Series rack module, single-channel compressor
• Circuit: Feed-forward design using THAT 2180 VCA
• Controls: Makeup Gain, Ratio, Release, Threshold
• Attack: Program-dependent, automatically adapts to input signal
• Release: Continuously variable, fast to slow
• Indicators: Input overload LED

Harrison Audio

Harrison Audio (Harrison Consoles) is a legendary American console manufacturer with a history stretching back to the 1970s, having built large-format consoles used on countless major film, broadcast, and music projects. Today, Harrison Audio channels that console-building heritage into the D510r — a flexible 500 Series rack system designed to turn a collection of 500 Series modules into a fully networked, Dante-ready studio or broadcast rig. As a result, Harrison Audio’s interface cards and rack systems are built for facilities that need to bridge classic analog outboard gear with modern AoIP (Audio over IP) workflows. In addition, Harrison’s AKM-based conversion and redundant networking options reflect the same reliability standards expected of broadcast-grade consoles. Whether you’re building a Dante-networked 500 Series rig for a studio or a touring rack, Harrison Audio’s interface cards make analog-to-network integration straightforward. Marshall Music South Africa stocks Harrison Audio interface cards and rack systems for studios and broadcast facilities across South Africa.

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