Eventide Omnipressor 2830Au – 50th anniversary reissue of legendary 1970s dynamics processor, combining compressor, expander, noise gate, and limiter functions. Features unique dynamic reversal where high-level signals become lower than low-level ones, plus lookahead processing. Ideal for sound engineers in recording studios. Enclosure (483 x 44 x 216 mm, 3.2 kg) with backlit meter and I/O transformers for warm tone.
2830Au uses original schematics with input/output transformers, side-chain compression, and variable attack/release control. Controls: Threshold, Expansion Ratio, Gain, Expansion Hold. Handles +4 dBu, low THD, high headroom. Upgrades: universal power supply, TRS/XLR connectors, unit linking. Hand-soldered for authenticity.
As cult classic, 2830Au blends vintage innovations with modern reliability, ready for creative dynamics processing.
MAIN FEATURES
- Dynamic reversal and lookahead processing
- Compression, expansion, gating, limiting in one
- Side-chain style compression
- I/O transformers for warmth
- Backlit gain reduction meter
- Multiple unit linking
- Balanced TRS/XLR I/O
- Universal 100-240V power
- Compatible with mono/stereo setups
- 5-year warranty
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Type: Analog dynamics processor
- Functions: Compression, expansion, dynamic reversal, limiting, gating
- Controls: Threshold, Expansion Ratio, Gain, Expansion Hold, Attack/Release
- Inputs: Balanced XLR/TRS, +4 dBu nominal
- Outputs: Balanced XLR/TRS, +26 dBu max
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz–20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
- THD + N: < 0.1% @ 1 kHz
- Noise: < -90 dBu
- Power Supply: 100-240 V AC, 15 W
- Dimensions (W × H × D): 483 x 44 x 216 mm
- Weight: 3.2 kg
- Included: 2830Au, power cable
- Product Code: EVT-OMNI2830AU