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product_id: 56383597
title: "Empirical Labs Distressor EL8 X w.\"British Mode\" + Image Link symm. I/O - Dynamics processor"
brand: "empirical labs"
price: "S/.18233"
currency: PEN
in_stock: true
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# Empirical Labs Distressor EL8 X w."British Mode" + Image Link symm. I/O - Dynamics processor

**Brand:** empirical labs
**Price:** S/.18233
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Empirical Labs Distressor EL8 X w."British Mode" + Image Link symm. I/O - Dynamics processor by empirical labs
- **How much does it cost?** S/.18233 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Why This Product

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## Description

The EL8X Distressor from Empirical Labs is an automatic gain (or volume) control device (AGC in engineering terms) designed for pro audio applications. Basically, the compressor electronically controls the volume of just about any source in a very pleasing, and "musical" manner - adding fullness, intelligibility, and especially in the Distressor's case - excitement. This type of device is often called a "limiter" or "compressor" by audio professionals and its most probable uses will be in recording studios, live sound situations, movie sound production, and radio broadcast production.Unlike most analog compressor/limiters the Distressor is a digitally controlled audio device and actually incorporates several products into one by utilizing digital controls to switch totally different circuits in and out. Years of beta testing and redesign went into the Distressor as will be the case with all Empirical Labs products.Besides offering a wide range of control and unique features, the Distre

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003Y5D7RQ |
| Best Sellers Rank | #28,229 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #4 in Effect Processor Compressors |
| Body Material | Metal |
| Connector Type | 1/4 inch audio |
| Customer Reviews | 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (7) |
| Date First Available | December 18, 2010 |
| Hardware Interface | 1/4-inch Audio |
| Item Weight | 11.89 pounds |
| Item model number | EL8X |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 23.05 x 18.55 x 2.8 inches |
| Signal Format | Analog |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Effects:** Distortion
- **Brand:** Empirical Labs
- **Controls Type:** Push Button
- **Item Weight:** 11.89 Pounds
- **Style:** Compact

## Images

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## Frequently Bought Together

- Empirical Labs EL8-X Distressor with British Mode and Image Link
- GearIT XLR Microphone Cable (10 Feet, 10-Pack) - XLR Male to Female, Balanced Shielded Cable for Mic Mixer, Recording Studio, Podcast - Black, 10ft, 10 Pack

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*Last updated: 2026-03-12*