Looptrotter Monster Compressor 2

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Looptrotter Monster Compressor 2

Looptrotter

Monster Compressor 2

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 501686
Model: Monster Compressor 2
Price: $4,508.90

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This Monster Compressor 2 is a serious tool for engineers and producers chasing that classic, analog warmth and punch. The tube saturation adds a beautiful color, and the precise controls let you dial in some seriously impressive compression. It’s a high-end investment for tracking, mixing, and mastering where sonic character is paramount.

Product Description

  • Looptrotter Monster Compressor 2
  • 2-Channel FET Compressor with Tube Saturation
  • 6N2P NOS tubes
  • Attack Time: 0.1 ms - 100 ms
  • Release time: 15 ms - 1.5 s
  • Compressor / Limiter switch changes the compression curve (soft knee
  • hard knee)
  • Saturation control to control the tube saturation
  • 2nd boost switch for even harmonics by tube circuit
  • Mix control for parallel processing
  • Rasterised potentiometers and switches for precise stereo processing
  • Sidechain input and output
  • Dimensions: 19"/ 3U
  • Weight: 9.5 kg
PROS
  • • NOS 6N2P tubes deliver a warm, harmonically rich saturation.
  • • Raster potentiometers ensure incredibly precise stereo imaging and tracking.
  • • Flexible attack/release times handle everything from subtle glue to aggressive pumping.
  • • Sidechain input/output unlocks creative parallel processing possibilities.
CONS
  • • The hefty weight (9.5 kg) makes rack mounting a two-person job.
  • • The premium-priced tag puts it out of reach for many home studios.
  • • Limited versatility – primarily a compressor, not a multi-effect powerhouse.

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Key Features

Type FET Compressor with Tube Saturation
Channels 2
Controls Attack, Release, Ratio, Threshold, Saturation, Mix, Compressor/Limiter switch, 2nd Boost
Connections Sidechain Input/Output, Stereo Inputs/Outputs, Power Switch
Metering LED Ladder Metering (assumed, not explicitly stated but typical for Looptrotter)
Weight 9.5 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 2nd Boost engages a separate circuit that emphasizes even harmonics, adding a brighter, more aggressive edge to the saturation – think a more pronounced vintage amp vibe.
The sidechain doesn't offer adjustable filtering; it’s a fixed EQ designed to prevent unwanted resonances and ensure clean sidechain triggering – a common approach for this level of compressor.
While it shares the goal of 'glue,' the Monster Compressor 2 leans more towards a warmer, more saturated tone with more flexible controls than a typical SSL, offering a distinct flavor.

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