Detail 01
Compression ratio range
Settings span from 1:1 through ∞:1 for subtle leveling or more extreme compression.
Product detailSKU #1274319727964
Empirical LabsEL8X Distressor Compressor With British Mod and Image Link
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A digitally controlled Distressor compressor with broad ratio and timing ranges, British Mode, and Image Link stereo control.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording or live setups needing compression from subtle leveling to pronounced pumping
- Stereo work where maintaining a consistent stereo image under compression is important
- Vocals and drums requiring the aggressive British Mode character
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Buyers who do not need compression processing
- Users seeking a unit without aggressive pumping-style compression options
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Attack time range
Attack is adjustable from 20 μs to 50 ms.
Detail 03
Release range
Normal modes provide 0.5–3.5 seconds; 10:1 opto mode extends up to 20 seconds.
Detail 04
Image Link
It is designed to maintain a consistent stereo image under heavy compression.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01British Mode is intended for aggressive, in-your-face compression results.
- 02Image Link can be selected alongside, or combined with, phase-based linking.
- 03Confirm rack space: the chassis is single-height, 1.75 in high, 10 in deep, and 19 in wide.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does British Mode do?
It applies an aggressive compression curve and unique envelope shape for pumping, in-your-face results, particularly on vocals and drums.
02What stereo-linking options are available?
The unit offers original phase-based linking and Image Link; they can also be combined.
03What does the LED display show?
Gain reduction, input and output levels, and distortion amounts.
04What is the frequency response?
2 Hz to 160 kHz in clean audio mode (+0/-3 dB).
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSound
- Input impedance
- 20 kohms
- Output impedance
- < 75 ohms
1 detailsConnections & power
- Dynamic range 110dB from max. output to min. output in 1
- 1 mode
8 detailsOther
- Release range .05 sec to 3.5 seconds, normal modes and up to 20 seconds in 10
- 1 opto mode
- Category Source
- detail
- Metal Chassis
- Single height 1.75" high, 10" deep, 19" wide
- Tier
- new
- Freq. response
- 2Hz to 160kHz in clean audio mode (+0, -3dB)
- Shipping info
- Weight - 12.1 lb., box dimensions 22.5" x 18.5" x 3-1/4"
- Korena Special
- false
- Source Id
- site51274319727964
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