Drawmer 1968 MK II

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Drawmer 1968 MK II

Drawmer

1968 MK II

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 175782
Brand: Drawmer
Model: 1968 MK II
Price: $1,736.90

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The 1968 MK II delivers that classic, warm tube compression vibe, perfect for vocals, bass, and drums needing a touch of vintage glue. The sidechain is a real bonus for creative dynamic shaping, and it’s built like a tank – this is a studio workhorse for engineers and producers seeking character and control.

Product Description

  • Drawmer 1968 MK II
  • 2-Channel tube compressor
  • BIG circuit implementable via sidechain
  • Soft-knee compressors with variable threshold
  • attack
  • release
  • and output gain
  • Stereo link or dual mono operable
  • XLR in- and outputs
  • VU meter with gain reduction
  • VU normal and VU 10 dB
  • Input impedance: 20k Ohms
  • Maximum input level: +20 dBu
  • Output impedance: 50 Ohms
  • Maximum output level: +22 dBm (balanced)
  • Frequency response: 17 Hz to 28 kHz -1 dB
  • Signal to noise ratio: -85 dB
  • Frequency range: 22 - 22
  • 000 Hz
  • Distortion: <0.35%
  • Dimensions 19"/1U
PROS
  • • Tube warmth adds a pleasing harmonic richness to transients
  • • Sidechain capabilities offer flexible dynamic control options
  • • Discrete Class A design ensures low noise and clean gain
  • • Robust build quality with solid metal chassis and reliable components
CONS
  • • Limited channel count might restrict use in complex mixes
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for smaller studios
  • • VU meters, while classic, lack the precision of LED displays

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Key Features

Type 2-Channel Tube Compressor
Channels 2
Controls Threshold, Attack, Release, Output Gain, Stereo Link/Dual Mono
Connections XLR In/Out, 20k Ohm Input, 50 Ohm Output
Metering VU Meter (Normal/10 dB Gain Reduction)
Weight Approximately 13 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The tube stage introduces subtle harmonic distortion and compression, softening transients and adding a pleasing warmth that's often missing in purely digital or solid-state designs.
The sidechain input is line-level, designed to accept signals from external processors or triggers for complex dynamic effects.
While visually appealing, the VU meter is more of an indication than a precise measurement; it’s best used for judging overall gain reduction levels rather than exact dB values.

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