Drawmer 1976

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Drawmer 1976

Drawmer

1976

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 468047
Brand: Drawmer
Model: 1976
Price: $1,207.80

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This Drawmer 1976 is a fantastic workhorse for anyone needing that classic, aggressive compression and saturation. It's a real character piece—think rock, pop, and electronic music where you want a distinct sonic stamp. The stereo width control is a particularly nice touch for adding depth and dimension.

Product Description

  • Drawmer 1976
  • Stereo Processor
  • With 3-band saturation and processing of the stereo base width
  • Can be operated in mono and stereo
  • Input impedance: > 20 kOhm
  • Input level max .: +18 dBu
  • Output impedance: <100 ohms
  • Output level max .: +21 dBu (10k Ohm load impedance)
  • Frequency response: 20 to 20
  • 000 Hz +/- 0.2 dB
  • Distortion (THD + N) @ 1 kHz / 0 dB: 0.006%
  • Crossover frequencies: 70 to 1500 Hz
  • 800 to 15000 Hz
  • Power supply: 230 V or 115 V
  • 15 VA
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 482 x 44 x 202 mm
  • Weight: 2.6 kg
PROS
  • • Drawmer’s signature aggressive punch and character, instantly recognizable
  • • Excellent stereo width control offers creative mixing possibilities
  • • Robust build quality with a solid, reassuring feel
  • • Versatile 3-band saturation adds warmth and harmonic richness
CONS
  • • Price places it in a premium-priced category for many studios
  • • Limited recall options can be cumbersome for complex settings
  • • Form factor can be restrictive in smaller, space-constrained environments

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Key Features

Type Stereo Compressor/Saturation Processor
Channels Stereo (Mono operation available)
Controls Attack, Release, Threshold, Ratio, Makeup Gain, Stereo Width, Saturation Level, Crossover Frequency Selection
Connections Balanced XLR and 1/4 in Inputs/Outputs
Metering Multi-segment LED metering for input and output levels
Weight 2.6 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Drawmer offers a more aggressive, harmonically rich saturation than a typical API, adding a noticeable edge and character that API’s tend to be cleaner on.
It’s quite versatile – subtle widening is easy, but you can also create significant stereo image manipulation for creative effects.
It's built with high-quality discrete components and a sturdy metal chassis, reflecting Drawmer’s reputation for durable, professional-grade gear.

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