Drawmer 1978 Stereo FET Compressor

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Powerful 1U stereo compressor with four character switches and variable saturation control.

The Drawmer 1978 Stereo FET Compressor is a powerful 1U stereo compressor with four character switches and variable saturation control.


The Drawmer 1978 builds on the success of the 1973 multiband FET compressor and adorns an unparalleled array of controls. In addition to the usual Ratio, Threshold, Attack and Release controls, the 1978 features four character switches offering a wide range of compression flavour and a variable saturation control to add harmonic distortion to the signal.


The Drawmer 1978 also includes a comprehensive Side chain functionality with side chain insert points on both channels and a flexible Side Chain EQ section which offers LF and HF controls with a choice specific shapes and frequencies for precise frequency-conscious compression such as de-essing. A mix control also allows you to blend the processed signal with the dry for parallel compression.


The Drawmer 1978 is a truly flexible compressor made in the UK with high-quality components. A Dual colour backlit VU Meter is employed to display the amount of saturation added. Time delay relays on outputs for clean power-up and down and a low hum toroidal linear power supply.




Drawmer 1978 Stereo FET Compressor Main Features:


  • Stereo FET compressor in a 1u rack mount housing.
  • Familiar Threshold, Ratio, Attack and Release controls.
  • 4 character switches to give a multitude of compression flavours
  • Variable Saturation control to dial in harmonic distortion
  • Side chain insert points on both channels.
  • Comprehensive side chain EQ giving simultaneous control of frequency and level of filtering for the low and high bands.
  • Wet/Dry mix control and output level.
  • Dual colour backlit VU meters act as a visual indication for the amount of saturation.
  • Time delay relays on outputs for clean power up/down
  • Internal Low Hum Toroidal Linear Power Supply With Voltage Selector Switch
  • Designed and manufactured by Drawmer in the UK.
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