Cranborne Audio has announced the world’s first Modal Compressor. Powered by the cleanest, fastest PWM compression circuit in existence, the Brick Lane 500 is a fully analogue PWM compressor that provides unparalleled control, tonal flexibility, and sonic quality.
Cranborne Audio MD, Sean Karpowicz says “Continuing our dedication to true innovation and pushing the boundaries of audio, we are excited to announce our newest creation – Brick Lane 500. Whether you want the fastest, cleanest analogue compressor in existence, or the vibey-est vintage compressor, or anything in between – the Brick Lane 500 gives you the ultimate tool in analogue compression.”
Brick Lane 500 features
- 500 Series Modal PWM Compressor meticulously developed by the Cranborne Audio team in the UK.
- Custom PWM compression circuit and unique ‘Stress’ control for Harmonically-enriched compression effects.
- 6 Compression modes – Velvet, Float, Smash, Tame, Glue, and Polish set compression ratio, knee, compression style, and compression rate of change..
- Threshold control and variable-range Attack and Release controls (altered per mode).
- 12-segment LED level meter and 12-segment LED Gain Reduction Meter.
- 4 selectable sidechain HPF modes – OFF, 60Hz, 100Hz, 200Hz.
- ±20dB Input and Output/Make-up Gain Level to tailor the compression and saturation character to the source.
- OptoSync wireless communication between modules for linked controls during stereo operation.
- ⅛” TRS socket for linking non-adjacent modules.
- Circuit auto-calibration for perfect stereo matching between all modules.
- True-bypass IN/OUT switching with complete or post input trim modes available on DIP switch.
- Stepped, front-panel controls for quick recall and precise feel.
Brick Lane 500 will be available from Cranborne Audio’s network of resellers by the end of Q1 2025. The module has a street price of $599 USD, UK RRP of £599 GBP inc. VAT, and EU RRP of 699 EUR inc. local tax.
More information: Cranborne Audio