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product_id: 56383664
title: "Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor Compressor/Limiter"
brand: "empirical labs"
price: "450037 som"
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# 150mA low power draw 1-channel digitally-controlled analog compressor 8 variable harmonic distortion curves Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor Compressor/Limiter

**Brand:** empirical labs
**Price:** 450037 som
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor Compressor/Limiter by empirical labs
- **How much does it cost?** 450037 som 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

- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Lightweight 11.75 lbs unit with low 150mA power consumption fits any pro setup.
- • **Iconic Analog Precision:** Digitally-controlled analog compression for that perfect vintage-modern hybrid tone.
- • **Studio-Proven Reliability:** Trusted by legends like George Massenburg and Steve Vai for decades.
- • **Versatile Harmonic Shaping:** 8 unique distortion curves to sculpt your sound with unparalleled character.
- • **Intuitive Control Interface:** Large, tactile knobs designed for hands-on, expressive dynamics processing.

## Overview

The Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor is a 1-channel digitally-controlled analog compressor/limiter featuring 8 variable harmonic distortion curves. Renowned for its unique sonic signature and trusted by top industry professionals, it combines vintage warmth with modern precision. Compact and efficient, it delivers versatile dynamics control with intuitive knob-based operation, making it a staple in professional studios worldwide.

## 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 |
| Amperage | 150 Milliamps |
| Audio Output Effects | Compression, Distortion |
| Best Sellers Rank | #103,206 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #26 in Effect Processor Compressors |
| Brand Name | Empirical Labs |
| Connector Type | 1/4 inch (6.35mm) audio jack |
| Controls Type | Knob |
| Customer Reviews | 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (2) |
| Hardware Interface | 1/4-inch Audio |
| Item Dimensions | 23 x 18.6 x 3.05 inches |
| Item Weight | 11.75 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Empirical Labs |
| Manufacturer Part Number | EL8 Distressor |
| Model Name | EL8 Distressor |
| Model Number | EL8 Distressor |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Set Name | EL8 Distressor |
| Signal Format | Analog |
| Style | Classic |
| UPC | 854682006009 |

## 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: 2026-05-17*