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product_id: 56383664
title: "EL8 Distressor Compressor/Limiter"
brand: "empirical labs"
price: "€ 3270.71"
currency: EUR
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# robust metal chassis, 11.75 lbs 1-channel digitally-controlled analog compressor 8 variable harmonic distortion curves EL8 Distressor Compressor/Limiter

**Brand:** empirical labs
**Price:** € 3270.71
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎛️ Elevate your mix with the legendary Distressor — where vintage vibe meets modern muscle.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** EL8 Distressor Compressor/Limiter by empirical labs
- **How much does it cost?** € 3270.71 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- empirical labs enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted empirical labs brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Endorsed by Legends:** Join the ranks of audio pioneers like George Massenburg and Bob Clearmountain who swear by the Distressor’s sonic magic.
- • **Pro-Grade Durability:** Built with a rugged metal body designed to withstand the rigors of professional studio and live environments.
- • **Timeless Studio Staple:** Since 1996, this compressor/limiter has been a must-have for engineers craving that perfect balance of character and control.
- • **Iconic Analog Precision:** Experience studio-grade dynamics with a digitally-controlled analog compressor that blends vintage warmth and modern accuracy.
- • **Versatile Harmonic Shaping:** Choose from 8 unique distortion curves to sculpt your sound with unparalleled tonal flexibility.

## Overview

The Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor is a 1-channel digitally-controlled analog compressor/limiter featuring 8 variable harmonic distortion curves. Hailed as a modern classic since 1996, it combines vintage sonic character with cutting-edge control, housed in a durable metal chassis. Trusted by top industry professionals, it remains a versatile and essential tool for dynamic audio processing.

## Description

A Modern Classic Compressor/Limiter The four large white knobs gleam at you as you enter the control room, announcing that this is not going to be your ordinary dynamics processing session. Vintage compressors are coveted — and rightly so — for their sonic qualities, but if there's a modern analog unit that belongs in the pantheon of all-time-great dynamics processors, it's the Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor. Which leads to the question: what do George Massenburg, Bob Clearmountain, Steve Vai, and Mick Gazouski have in common? They're all in the Distressor early-adopters club. Former Eventide engineer Dave Derr's ground-breaking design, released in 1996, has to be the most sui generis compressor we've come across.The bee's knees As the rest of the audio world caught on, the Distressor found a home in studios racks worldwide, alongside the venerable classics that were inspirational in its design. Rave reviews ensued, with enthusiastic users reporting

Review: Oh yeah… - The best multi use compressor out there. If you’re on the fence, get it you won’t be sorry.

## Features

- 1-channel Digitally-controlled Analog Compress/Limiter with 8 Curves Variable Harmonic Disttion

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00E4XAKFO |
| Best Sellers Rank | #115,010 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #30 in Effect Processor Compressors |
| Body Material | Metal |
| Connector Type | 1/4 inch (6.35mm) audio jack |
| Customer Reviews | 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (2) |
| Date First Available | August 19, 2012 |
| Hardware Interface | 1/4-inch Audio |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 11.75 pounds |
| Item model number | EL8 Distressor |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 23 x 18.6 x 3.05 inches |
| Signal Format | Analog |

## Product Details

- **Amperage:** 150 Milliamps
- **Audio Output Effects:** Compression, Distortion
- **Brand:** Empirical Labs
- **Item Weight:** 11.75 Pounds
- **Style:** Classic

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Oh yeah…
*by A***S on July 26, 2022*

The best multi use compressor out there. If you’re on the fence, get it you won’t be sorry.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-14*