Wampler Ego 76 Compressor
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Wampler
Ego 76 Compressor
Product Info
Article Number:
586132
Brand:
Wampler
Model:
Ego 76 Compressor
Category:
Compressor Pedals
Price:
$205.70
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Ego 76 is a seriously impressive take on the classic 1176. It's got that punch and character, but with a modern, transparent feel thanks to the blend control. If you're looking for a compressor to glue your rhythm tracks or add subtle sustain without squashing everything, this is a fantastic option for rock, pop, and even some funk players.
Product Description
- Wampler Ego 76 Compressor
- Effects Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Compressor
- The Ego 76 is not only a clone of the compression circuit of the legendary 1176 Peak Limiter
- but also captures other elements such as preamps and studio hardware that influence the sound
- Line output: 6.3 mm jack plug
- Controls: Tone
- Attack
- Release
- Level
- Blend
- Compress
- LED: Effect On
- Parallel Clean Blend & Tone control for additional versatility
- Line input: 6.3 mm jack
- Output: 6.3 mm Jack
- Dimensions: (W x D x H): 64 x 117 x 38 mm
- Power supply connection: Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- centre negative inside
- Dimensions: (W x D x H): 64 x 117 x 38 mm
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Excellent 1176-inspired compression with a modern Wampler polish.
- • Blend control allows seamless parallel compression stacking.
- • Tone control offers subtle shaping beyond simple compression depth.
- • Robust enclosure and quality components suggest lasting durability.
CONS
- • Can be a bit complex to dial in for beginners; requires experimentation.
- • Size is relatively large, taking up significant pedalboard real estate.
- • While versatile, it leans towards cleaner, more transparent compression.
Product Video
Key Features
Compressor Type
1176 Peak Limiter Inspired
Controls
Tone, Attack, Release, Level, Blend, Compress
Blend/Mix
Parallel Clean Blend
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm, centre negative
Dimensions
64 x 117 x 38 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Blend allows precise mixing of compressed and uncompressed signals, offering more subtle control than a simple on/off parallel path.
While designed for guitar, the Ego 76’s clean compression can work well on bass, but EQ adjustments might be needed to avoid muddiness.
Wampler captures the core sonic characteristics, but adds refinements like the Tone control and blend for more modern versatility; it's an inspired take, not a direct clone.
