Used Focusrite ComPounder Compressor/Limiter/Gate
Used Focusrite ComPounder Compressor/Limiter/Gate units are dual-mono compressor/limiter/gate processors from Focusrite's Platinum range, designed for quality-conscious audio professionals and project studio owners, featuring a Bass Expander and a wide range of variable dynamics controls. Whether you are searching for a second-hand ComPounder for music production or live installation work, scroll down to browse the current used listings available.
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Focusrite ComPounder Compressor/Limiter/Gate specifications
| Brand | Focusrite |
| Segment | Audio |
About the Focusrite ComPounder Compressor/Limiter/Gate
The Focusrite ComPounder is a high-performance dual-mono compressor/limiter/gate aimed at audio professionals and project studio owners. The unit combines compression with a Bass Expander, making it a practical tool across music styles and for club installation applications. The compressor offers a threshold range of -24dB to +12dB, ratios from 1.3:1 through infinity, and switchable hard- or soft-knee slope, with variable or auto attack and release. A limiter, gate and 2:1 expander are also included. Inputs are electronically balanced with switchable +4dBu/-10dBV nominal levels, and the unit delivers THD below 0.006% and a noise floor of -100dBr with the compressor bypassed.
Focusrite ComPounder Compressor/Limiter/Gate — buyer FAQs
What is the Focusrite ComPounder and what does it do?
The Focusrite ComPounder is a dual-mono compressor/limiter/gate from Focusrite's Platinum range. It combines a full-featured compressor, a limiter, a gate and a 2:1 expander, and also includes a Bass Expander section. The compressor offers threshold from -24dB to +12dB, ratios from 1.3:1 through infinity, and switchable hard- or soft-knee slopes, with variable or auto attack and release times.
Who makes the ComPounder and where does it fit in the Focusrite range?
The ComPounder is made by Focusrite, an English audio products company founded in 1985. It sits within the Platinum range, positioned for quality-conscious audio professionals and project studio owners. The Platinum line occupies a practical, heavily specified tier aimed at engineers and musicians rather than the higher-end Red or ISA ranges that Focusrite also produces.
What applications is the ComPounder suited to?
The ComPounder is designed for music production, project studio work and club installation. The combination of compression and the Bass Expander section is noted as particularly useful for dance music engineers and musicians. The dual-mono configuration means each channel can be set independently, which suits tracking and mixing tasks where different sources need separate treatment.
What are the key input and output specifications on the ComPounder?
Inputs are electronically balanced with 20kOhm impedance and switchable +4dBu or -10dBV nominal levels. Outputs include electronically balanced at +4dBu and unbalanced ground-compensated outputs at -10dBV. The unit provides 22dB of headroom and THD below 0.006% at +6dBr with all sections active, with a noise floor of -100dBr when the compressor is bypassed.
What should I check when buying a second-hand ComPounder?
Confirm the condition grade and check that all four processing sections, compressor, limiter, gate and expander, respond correctly on both channels. Verify that the nominal level switching between +4dBu and -10dBV works on the inputs. Used units on 10K Used carry a 21-day warranty covering major functional faults, and the buying guide at 10kused.com/used-av-equipment-guide/ covers what to look for in more detail.
