Samson C-Com Opti Optical Compressor

C-Com Opti Optical Compressor description:

The Samson C-COM OPTI 1/2 Rack Size Optical Compressor. Single channel, compact, dynamics processor that adds the magic of optical compression to recordings.

The Samson C-COM OPTI is a single channel, optical compressor and is the perfect complement to a computer or workstations hygienically clean, digital sound. The C-com opti's adjustable threshold, ratio, attack, release and output controls are calibrated to generate a distinctive soft, rich character while providing magnificent control over dynamics. An enhancer provides the added character lost under heavy compression. Key output/input for outboard triggering or external filtering of the key signal. Large analog VU meter for output level or gain reduction. A stereo link input allows for two units to be linked for processing stereo program material. Like other models in the C-com series, the C-com opti can be stacked and tilted in an ergonomically correct operating position.

The main features of the Samson C-COM OPTI include:

• Single channel, compact, dynamics processor that adds the magic of optical compression to recordings
• Photo gain cell design offering classical, musical response while controlling signal levels
• Variable control of threshold, ratio, attack, release and output
• Large, analog back-lit VU meter that can be switched to display either output level or gain reduction
• Enhancer circuit to help restore high frequencies that are sometimes lost as a result of heavy gain reduction
• Stereo link input for using two C com opti units for stereo processing
• Can function at both +4dBu and -10dBV operating levels
• Oversized, rubber bumpers with tilting feet allow several Samson C class units to be stacked and tilted in an ergonomically correct operating position