{"product_id":"empirical-labs-el8-xxx-anniversary-edition","title":"Empirical Labs EL8-XXX Anniversary Edition","description":"\u003cdiv lang=\"en\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmpirical Labs EL8-XXX Anniversary Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e is a limited-run commemorative version of the iconic Distressor compressor, released to celebrate the company's 30th anniversary. Featuring a striking red faceplate and exclusive badging, this special model combines the full feature set of the upgraded EL8-X (including British Mode and Stereo Image Link) with unique signal path modifications. At its core lies the famous Triad HS-56 input transformer, which significantly lowers input impedance (to 600 Ohms) and introduces earlier, richer harmonic saturation, adding clarity and \"size\" to the low-end content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the original, the EL8-XXX features a digitally controlled analog signal path, ensuring precision and recallability. It offers 8 selectable compression curves (ranging from subtle 1:1 to extreme Nuke modes), programmable harmonic distortion modes (Dist 2\/3) that emulate tube and tape characteristics, and advanced detector filters. Thanks to new discrete components and the Triad transformer, the XXX version saturates faster than the classic Distressor, making it a powerful creative tool for shaping tone, particularly on drums and vocals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited 30th Anniversary Edition with red faceplate and badging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes all EL8-X features (British Mode, Image Link)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipped with the legendary Triad HS-56 input transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLowered input impedance (600 Ohms) for enhanced saturation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 selectable compression curves (1:1 to 20:1 + Nuke)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 Audio Modes for coloration (Clean, Dist 2 - Tube, Dist 3 - Tape)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuicker coloration and bigger low-end response due to new components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-built in the USA with premium calibrated parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Digitally Controlled Analog Compressor (FET)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannels: Mono (Stereo Linkable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 2 Hz – 160 kHz (+0\/-3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic Range: 110 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistortion: 0.02% – 20% (depending on mode)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: 1x XLR (Balanced), 1x 1\/4\" TRS (Link\/Sidechain)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: 1x XLR, 1x 1\/4\" TRS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttack Time: 50 µs – 30 ms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelease Time: 0.05 s – 3.5 s (up to 20s in 10:1 Opto mode)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5.35 kg (11.8 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Empirical Labs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58444616073548,"sku":"58838","price":2255.77,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/9854\/1644\/files\/EmpiricalLabsEL8-XXXAnniversaryEdition1.jpg?v=1786979971","url":"https:\/\/noiseroom.lt\/products\/empirical-labs-el8-xxx-anniversary-edition","provider":"Noise Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}