UK Sound News and rumors

Why do we still use leveling amplifiers during the recording process?

12 Apr 2022 · Leveling amplifiers have been used forever in the world of recorded music. We look at the different types, formats, and applications.

The best 1176 compressor reissues, clones and alternatives

11 Sep 2020 · The 1176 Limiting Amplifier is one of the most iconic compressor designs in history. Here's our list of the best hardware 1176 reissues, clones and alternatives.

The UK Sound 276 dual channel FET compressor is now shipping

04 Jun 2019 · UK Sound has announced that it is now shipping the 276 compressor. The UK Sound 276 aims to deliver two channels of 1176-style FET compression at a reasonable price.

NAMM 2018: UK Sound intros 176 & 276 compressors, promises 1176 sounds on the cheap

04 Feb 2018 · At NAMM 2018, BAE Audio-owned brand UK Sound introduced a pair of rackmount hardware compressors that promise a lot of vintage compression mojo for a fair price. These are the UK Sound 176 and 276 units.