Product of the Week: Drawmer FC1 and OC1 500 Series Compressors
Drawmer has released two new 500 Series compressors, the FC1 FET and OC1 Opto, designed to integrate classic 1970s analog sound into modern digital workflows. The units feature advanced controls like BIG and AIR modes to enhance audio transparency and harmonic richness.
Why it matters
These products represent the ongoing demand for high-quality analog hardware in professional music production environments.
Revered 1970s FET and optical compressor designs, including BIG and AIR modes, updated to fit modern workflows.
Brand new from Drawmer are two compressors designed for the 500 Series format, the FC1 500 Series FET Compressor , and the OC1 500 Series Opto Compressor .
The FC1 is based on the FET design of Drawmer’s 1970s range, featuring soft-knee feedback compression with a fast response, enabling it to control transients and help bring sources forward in the mix.
The FC1 employs 21-step detented controls for accurate, repeatable settings, including Input and Output gain, Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release and a Wet/Dry mix control for parallel compression. The FC1 PGM mode introduces a second, slower release time that adapts to the program material above the threshold, reducing pumping and unnatural artifacts during heavy compression. LED metering is provided for Gain Reduction and switchable Input or Output level.
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