The first 1176 and the granddaddy of them all was the bill putnam designed revision a. Model 1176ln solidstate limiting amplifier universal audio, inc. This helps to keep the output at a consistent level, regardless of settings. This is true for any of the 1176 s ratio settings, and is part of the 1176 s sound. Urei 1176 designed by bill putnam based on curcuits from his 1108 preamplifier. The cali76 compact deluxe is an 1176 style studiograde fet compressor, featuring highcurrent, lownoise, discrete classa circuitry and a dedicated.
Clearmountain deems the ssl an obvious favorite, as is the pultec eqp1a3. This manual and any associated software, artwork, product designs, and design. Consult unpacking and inspection instructions model 1176ln. Important please read this manual carefully before using. Replica of classic compressor urei 1176ln revision d. I have an 1176 im looking at from a guy in my area, i havent heard it yet but know it is a rev. Urei square fuseholder snapin and cover for all urei. Where 1176 s used to dangle from bigname engineers racks like so many fruits from tantalus tree, theyre now well within reach of anyone with a. When it comes to modern versions of the 1176, the first place to start is with the universal audio 1176 ln. Urei universal audio 1176 compressorlimiter vintage king.
Urei 1176ln peak limiter operating instructions univertron. This manual provides general information, preparation for use, installation and operating instructions for the universal audio 2 1176. The alter is a singlechannel unit with stepped input and output controls. Pro audio manuals ams neve, avalon, eventide, urei, lexicon, manley, summit, bbc. The alter 500 is a fet compressor built in the 500 standard. The fettype solution was used for the first its application in the legendary urei 1176 compressor from the 70s. The first major modification to the 1176 circuit was designed by brad plunkett in an effort to reduce noisehence the birth of the 1176ln. The first major modification to the 1176 circuit was designed by brad plunkett in an effort to reduce noise hence the birth of the. Here you can find a pdf version of the complete 1176 manual, including adjustment procedure and all. The 1176 sa stereo adapter is used to couple two urei model 1176 ln limiting. Lets begin from what the original urei 1176ln manual states. Thank you for purchasing the 2 1176 dual 1176ln limiting amplifier. They smooth out the peak transients, bring the source to the front of the song and make it. Since its introduction in the late 60s, thousands have been used for applications which require precise, automatic control of peak signal levels in the recording studios, disc mastering, broadcast.
After relaunching the brand in 2000, the design team at universal audio took cues from the blackface 1176 ln, including the c, d and e revisions of the famous compressor. If you know how to use a compressor this is as easy as they come to use. The 1176ln peak limiter is a compressor introduced by urei in 1967. A urei 1176 peak limiter was placed in the signal path. Urei instruction manual this book twopart warranty card bearing the same serial number as the model 1176ln. The faithful reproduction of the classic compressor urei 1176 revision d. For decades, the universal audio urei 1176 has been a favorite compressor for many tracking and mixing engineers because of its ability to add attitude and vibe to any source. The ratio switch has six positions, including two additional to the original 1176 1. This manual provides general information, preparation for use, installation and operating instructions for the. Dual 1176ln limiting amplifier 14 pages amplifier universal audio la2a manual.
Dm0985 page 1 a superb sonic device for the working musician. Sound quality the 1176 is one of my go to compressors for drums and guitars. The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Urei 1176 ln vintage original urei 1176 ln compressor operating instructions manual.
In this single knob design, parameters like attack, release and ratio are fixed internally, but very carefully. Thank you for purchasing the 1176ln solidstate limiting amplifier. This manual provides general information, preparation for use, installation and operating instructions for the universal audio la610 mk ii. Here you can find a pdf version of the complete 1176 manual, including. Jbl urei1176sa service manual download, schematics.
Universal audio was responsible for many innovations in the recording and sound reinforcement industry including the modern mixing console layout, per channel equalization or eq and effects connectors or send buses. My father designed the original 1176 back in 1966, and he was very pleased with his accomplishment. Service manuals, schematics, eproms for electrical technicians. Factory presets are permanent presets in the load menu. When applicable, different component plugins may have different factory presets. The guys at urei sent me all the existing documents on its internal layout, the circuit is the same as the later versions without the module but its incomplete and a bitch to retrace and redesign, i didnt have the time to invest in it. Its a very fine compressor that delivers a high level of performance across a wide range of sources, in the style of the two differentsounding ua urei 1176 limiting amplifier revisions on which its core circuitry is based. Based upon the 1108 preamplifier, the pre and line amp stages used fets as the first active element later revisions used bipolar transistors in each of the amplification stages. He was equally gratified by its reception by his peers in both the recording and broadcast industries. The model 1176ln peak limiter is the most widely used device of its kind. Complete manual pdf 5mb, not available on jbl site.
Rightclick the link and select save as to save this on your own machine. I never had a use for the manual so i cant say if its helpful or not, but if you have any experience at all with compressors youll be able to figure out how to use the 1176 without a manual. To open downloaded files you need acrobat reader or similar pdf reader program. Installation guide welcome and thank you for purchasing bfd deluxe collection.
View and download universal audio 1176ln user manual online. Becoming the owner of a new urei by soundcraft 1620le means you own a piece of dj history using the most upto date engineering technology soundcraft deliver the classic 1620 with the most awesome audio characteristics for todays demanding dj. This manual provides general information, preparation for use, installation and operating instructions for the universal audio la2a leveling amplifier. The parts list for the 1176 here you can find a pdf version of the complete 1176 manual, including adjustment procedure and all. The urei la4 compressor limiter is a singlechannel unit. The urei 1178 is pretty much a stereo version of the 1176. View and download universal audio 2 1176 manual online. From reading old posts people seem to prefer the rev. Urei 1176 ln compressor limiter, 2300 usd, 20140621, show.
Model 1176ln solidstate limiting amplifier audio rents. Urei 1176 ln mod, hand drawn schematic of ln board schematic. As was the case in the urei 1176, changing the ratio setting also varies the threshold level of the unit. The mnats revision d printed circuit board for the 1176 diy project will allow you to build a nearexact replica of the 1176ln revision cde compressor with the correct external components, but also allows room for experimentation in. The complete guide to ureiuniversal audio 1176 revisions april 18, 2011 08. The 1176 will faithfully compress or limit at the selected ratio for transients, but the ratio will always increase a bit after the transient. The complete guide to ureiuniversal audio 1176 revisions. Model 1176ln peak limiter urei instruction manual this book twopart warranty card bearing the same serial number as the model 1176ln. Urei is a classic pro audio name and has been a member of the harman group since the early 80s. Universal audio was a designer and manufacturer of recording, mixing and audio signal processing hardware for the professional recording studio, live sound and broadcasting fields. I dont have urei 1176 s but i do have 1178s, which are virtually the same except for the fact that theyre stereo units. Our very own low noise fet compressor stage is inspired by the legendary urei 1176 studio compressor.