{"id":244255359002,"title":"HIGHLAND DYNAMICS BG2 COMPRESSOR","handle":"highland-dynamics-bg2-compressor","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eHIGHLAND DYNAMICS BG2 COMPRESSOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHIGHLAND DYNAMICS BG2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWrite less automation. Find more enjoyment. The BG2 is an all-tube, fully transformer-balanced \"very-mu\" compressor with automatic leveling capability, but there's much more to it than mere leveling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe BG2 is a marriage of classic tube compressor topologies. Its front end is in the style of a British-modified modified Altec 436 while its twin 6V6 output amp is reminiscent of the venerable RCA BA6A and Gates output stages. The result is a compressor with heavy tube character that sounds more airy and spacious than most.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOMPRESSION MODES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerhaps its most unique feature is the ability to change feedback modes between British and American styles. Essentially giving you two different compressor sounds to choose from.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBritish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBritish mode utilizes a modified Altec 436 plate-to-plate style feedback. With less gain, a cleaner, more hi-fi sound and smoother operation. British mode is the big smooth tube compressor voicing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmerican mode lets more harmonics and color come through, instantly changing your BG2 to a different animal altogether. The sound is rich, lively and robust.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOMPRESSION ON\/OFF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is a compression on\/off switch that removes the side-chain tube, turning the compressor into a line amp. With the compression turned off, you can drive it into distortion. You can achieve different colors of distortion with both the feedback and input selection switches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINPUT IMPEDANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe BG2 has standard 600 Ohm input, or 150 ohm for more gain and transformer color. It's also useful when running a microphone directly in with no preamp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLINKING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo BG2s can be linked with a single instrument cable via a 1\/4\" jack on each rear panel and the link switch on the front panel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBUILD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe BG2 build quality is impressive with a rugged chassis, custom oversized transformers, US and European capacitors and a striking US-made Simpson panel meter. 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Find more enjoyment. The BG2 is an all-tube, fully transformer-balanced \"very-mu\" compressor with automatic leveling capability, but there's much more to it than mere leveling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe BG2 is a marriage of classic tube compressor topologies. Its front end is in the style of a British-modified modified Altec 436 while its twin 6V6 output amp is reminiscent of the venerable RCA BA6A and Gates output stages. The result is a compressor with heavy tube character that sounds more airy and spacious than most.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOMPRESSION MODES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerhaps its most unique feature is the ability to change feedback modes between British and American styles. Essentially giving you two different compressor sounds to choose from.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBritish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBritish mode utilizes a modified Altec 436 plate-to-plate style feedback. With less gain, a cleaner, more hi-fi sound and smoother operation. British mode is the big smooth tube compressor voicing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmerican mode lets more harmonics and color come through, instantly changing your BG2 to a different animal altogether. The sound is rich, lively and robust.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOMPRESSION ON\/OFF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is a compression on\/off switch that removes the side-chain tube, turning the compressor into a line amp. With the compression turned off, you can drive it into distortion. You can achieve different colors of distortion with both the feedback and input selection switches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINPUT IMPEDANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe BG2 has standard 600 Ohm input, or 150 ohm for more gain and transformer color. It's also useful when running a microphone directly in with no preamp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLINKING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo BG2s can be linked with a single instrument cable via a 1\/4\" jack on each rear panel and the link switch on the front panel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBUILD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe BG2 build quality is impressive with a rugged chassis, custom oversized transformers, US and European capacitors and a striking US-made Simpson panel meter. It's built by hand, for people that truly appreciate thoughtful design and construction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Input and output controls\u003cbr\u003e• Switchable feedback settings\u003cbr\u003e• Fast and slow attack\u003cbr\u003e• 6 release positions\u003cbr\u003e• Link switch for stereo use\u003cbr\u003e• 600 and 150 ohm input impedance taps"}