Harrison Audio / Harrison COMP

Harrison Audio/COMP is a compressor in the 500 series module, offering a wide range of options from transparent leveling to character-driven compression.

■ 500 Series Module, Compressor

■ Classic Feedforward VCA Compressor

In the world of audio engineering, Harrison Audio founder Dave Harrison is known as a pioneer in music production technology development. Ironically, Harrison himself was once skeptical of compressors, and legendary producer/engineer Bruce Swedien shared the same belief that ""music should be recorded as it is.""

However, in response to the broadcasting industry's demand for a tool to control volume and prevent clipping, Harrison Audio embarked on the development of a compressor. The resulting compressor achieved transparent leveling with minimal gain reduction (a few dB), becoming particularly valuable for sources with wide dynamic ranges, such as vocals and guitars, and an indispensable tool in music production.

Furthermore, over time, the compressor's ability to add character and saturation through deep compression, as a ""vibe"" compressor, also gained attention. Harrison's initial skepticism ultimately led to the creation of a legendary piece of equipment trusted not only in the broadcasting industry but also in music production.

This traditional Harrison sound is now available in the 500 Series format through the Comp module.

■ ""Harrison's Magic Source"" ? Usable with Any Source

The Comp module is an extremely flexible dynamics processor.

For example, with a 1:2 ratio and fast release setting, you can apply just 2-3 dB of compression to guitars and vocals for natural leveling. Alternatively, you can set a stronger ratio and slower release for drums and bass to add a powerful, vibe-filled compression effect.

The Comp 500 Series module is a robust, streamlined analog compressor ? truly a ""secret weapon for production."" You'll want to use it on every sound source.

■Features:

Harrison's traditional sound

Wide range of applications, from transparent leveling to character-focused compression

Classic feedforward design

High-performance analog circuitry using the THAT 2180 VCA chip

Program-dependent attack time (optimized according to source)

Continuously variable release (Fast to Slow)

Input overload LED

500 Series format compatible