AudioScape 76D Limiting Amplifier

The AudioScape 76D Limiting Amplifier is a meticulously crafted, USA-built recreation of the iconic blackface Rev. D FET compressor, featuring period-correct components, a Cinemag CO-12 input transformer, NOS 70s FETs, ultra-fast attack and release time constants, premium carbon composition and metal film resistors, and a custom-wound Cinemag output transformer, delivering unparalleled sonic authenticity, punch, and harmonic complexity for professional audio engineers and producers.

A Classic Reimagined

AudioScape proudly introduces the 76D to its esteemed range of FET compressors, completing a trio of highly sought-after revisions alongside the 76A and 76F. The original Rev. D, first introduced in the early 1970s, remains one of the most universally recognised and widely used dynamic processors in recording history. Known for its thick, punchy tonality and rich harmonic saturation, the Rev. D has earned its place as an indispensable tool in professional studios worldwide. AudioScape’s 76D meticulously preserves these legendary sonic characteristics while incorporating modern reliability and precision.

Authentic Transformers for True Vintage Tone

A significant portion of the Rev. D’s celebrated sonic signature comes from its iron-core input transformer. AudioScape has partnered with Cinemag to utilise the CO-12 input transformer, a component chosen after rigorous testing of modern alternatives. The Cinemag CO-12 authentically replicates the character and tonal depth of the original, ensuring engineers can capture that unmistakable analogue warmth.

Lightning-Fast Attack and Release

The defining feature of the original Rev. D was its ultra-responsive attack and release time constants. Many modern replicas fail to match this critical element, but AudioScape prioritised precision by incorporating NOS 70s FETs. These rare components enable the 76D to replicate the blistering-fast response times of the original, making it ideal for controlling transients on vocals, bass guitars, and drum recordings with exceptional accuracy.

Uncompromising Performance Under Pressure

Engineers rely on the 76D’s robust design and sonic consistency, even under heavy compression. Its ability to retain low-end clarity and avoid tonal disintegration—regardless of how hard it’s driven—sets it apart from lesser replicas. Furthermore, the revered ‘all-buttons-in’ saturation mode is fully functional, allowing users to experiment with aggressive compression and harmonic richness.

Premium Components for Superior Reliability

Every element of the 76D reflects AudioScape’s commitment to quality. The audio path features carbon composition resistors, valued for their tonal characteristics, while the side-chain circuit utilises precision metal film resistors for stability and accuracy. A Triad power transformer and custom-wound Cinemag output transformer complete the build, ensuring that every nuance of the original design is faithfully preserved.

Handcrafted Excellence

Each 76D unit is built in small batches by a dedicated team of skilled assemblers in the USA. By assigning each assembler responsibility for only two products, AudioScape ensures unmatched craftsmanship and attention to detail. This hands-on approach guarantees that every unit meets the brand’s exacting standards for performance, reliability, and sonic excellence.

Why Choose the AudioScape 76D?

Audio professionals seeking a dynamic processor that faithfully recreates the iconic sound of the blackface Rev. D need look no further. The AudioScape 76D combines period-correct circuitry, premium components, and hand-built precision to deliver an authentic analogue experience. It stands as both a tribute to a legendary design and a powerful tool for modern studios, offering timeless performance and sonic integrity.