From Trident Audio Developments
The SC2 Stereo Compressor is a legendary British analogue stereo compressor known for its smooth optical compression and unmistakable sonic character. Inspired by renowned experimental producer Joe Meek in the late 1960’s, the SC2 established its own audio legacy in the late 1990’s and into the 2000’s.
With its striking green livery and being a staple in countless recording setups over the years, the SC2 is prized for its ability to add cohesion and “glue” to vocals, instruments, and full stereo mixes.
Now part of the Trident Audio Developments lineup, the new Trident SC2 500 faithfully incorporates the legendary Joemeek optical compressor design into a modern, high‑end format for both professional and project studios.
The Trident SC2 500 delivers musical dynamics control that enhances clarity, warmth, and punch without sounding harsh or over-processed.
It allows both those that fondly remember the original Joemeek SC2 and those of a new generation of audio creators, access to a classic compressor design, steeped in musical history and heritage.
- Input impedance
- 15kohm
- Common mode rejection
- 70dB
- Equivalent input noise
- -91dBu (unweighted, no make-up gain)
- Distortion (THD+N)
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- 0.003% (below Compressor threshold 0dBm Input)
- 0.002% (below Compressor threshold +15dBm Input)
- Frequency response
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- <10Hz to 40kHz (-3dB)
- <10Hz to 20kHz (-1dB)
- Maximum input level
- +22dBu
- Max output before clip
- +28dBu (10k load)
- Nominal output level
- +4dBu (electronically balanced)
- Output impedance
- 47 ohm
- Compressor threshold
- -15dBu to +22dBu (variable)
- Compressor ratio
- 1:1 to 8:1 (variable)
- Compressor attack time
- 1 msec to 20 msec (variable, adaptive)
- Compressor release time
- 0.1 sec to 3 sec (variable, adaptive)
- GR / VU Meter
- Analogue movement
- Output noise floor
- -85dBu (typical, unweighted)
- I/O connections
- XLR: pin 2 +, pin 3 -, pin 1 ground
- Current requirement
- 130mA (maximum) per rail
- Size and weight
- 2 x standard 500 Series, 1.2 kilos
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