Lindell Audio 77X-500

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Lindell Audio 77X-500

Lindell Audio

77X-500

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Product Info

Article Number: 367100
Model: 77X-500
Price: $911.90

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The Lindell 77X-500 is a seriously good-sounding compressor, nailing that classic API vibe. It’s a real workhorse for tracking vocals, drums, or anything needing a bit of glue and character. If you're looking for a premium-priced, no-nonsense compressor with a vintage edge, this is a solid choice.

Product Description

  • Lindell Audio 77X-500
  • FET Style Stereo Compressor
  • Wet / Dry control for precise parallel compression
  • Variable attack setting from 20 to 800 microseconds
  • Variable release setting from 50 milliseconds to 1.1 seconds
  • 3-Stage high pass sidechain Filter: Off
  • 100 Hz
  • 200 Hz
  • 3-Step ratio setting: 4:1
  • 12: 1
  • 100: 1 ("all in")
  • True hardware bypass
  • Four Vintage OPA1731s installed
  • Balanced outputs with transformer
  • Gain reduction meter with 20 LED segments
  • Gold-plated printed circuit board
  • Design: API Series 500 Format
PROS
  • • Vintage OPA1731s deliver a classic API-esque warmth and punch.
  • • Excellent parallel compression control via the wet/dry blend.
  • • Variable attack/release offers sculpting flexibility for diverse sources.
  • • Transformer-balanced outputs provide robust signal integrity and coloration.
CONS
  • • The stepped ratio controls can feel limiting for subtle dynamic adjustments.
  • • High price point places it outside the budget of many home studios.
  • • Limited recall options compared to more modern, feature-rich compressors.

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Key Features

Module Type FET Stereo Compressor
Channels Stereo
Controls Attack, Release, Ratio, Wet/Dry, Gain Reduction
Compatible Format API Series 500 Format
Weight 2.3 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It captures a similar essence, but the 2500 is generally considered more transparent and versatile, while the 77X leans into a more colored, vintage sound.
It's fairly accurate, providing a good indication of compression amount, though it's not calibrated to a precise dB scale.
It excels on busses for gluing, but it can also be effective on individual tracks needing a touch of vintage compression, especially drums and vocals.

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