Empirical Labs EL-P Pump Vertical
Empirical Labs EL-P Pump Vertical

Empirical Labs

Empirical Labs EL-P Pump Vertical

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Empirical Labs EL-P Pump Vertical — a single-channel 500 series VCA compressor with a vertical faceplate, featuring 8 compression ratios and the unique AtMod function.

PUMP is aimed at engineers looking for a compressor sharing DNA with the legendary Distressor, in a more accessible single-slot 500 series format. The module draws on the heritage of the Distressor, Arousor, and Mike-E, offering germanium-diode-based saturation and an attack-envelope shaping feature previously available only in the Arousor plugin.

Preserving Transients Without Sacrificing Compression Density

The usual trade-off with aggressive compression is losing an instrument's attack — a hard-squeezed snare or bass loses its initial click or thump, even if the rest of the signal sounds dense and controlled. AtMod (Attack Modification) solves this by slowing the initial slope of the attack envelope, letting more transient content back into the signal without giving up the intended compression level. That lets an engineer get a heavily compressed snare that still has a clear stick attack, or a thick bass that keeps its finger pluck intact.

Eight Compression Characters in One Module

Working across different sources — vocals, bass guitar, drums — a single fixed compression ratio rarely fits everything, and switching between separate processors slows a session down. PUMP offers eight selectable compression ratios from 2:1 to 20:1, each with its own unique curve, allowing a gentle touch for vocals or an aggressive squeeze for drums without leaving a single module. A switchable high-pass filter on the detector prevents low frequencies from unnecessarily driving compression.

KEY FEATURES

  • Single-channel VCA compressor in 500 series format, single slot
  • Vertical faceplate orientation
  • 8 selectable compression ratios: 2:1, 3:1, 4:1, 6:1, 8:1, 10:1, 12:1, 20:1
  • AtMod (Attack Modification) function to preserve transients under heavy compression
  • Digitally-stepped Attack and Release knobs for precise, repeatable recall
  • Opto-coupler-style Release option (auto-release)
  • Switchable 70Hz detector high-pass filter
  • Germanium-diode-based saturation, drawn from the Mike-E
  • Full gain reduction metering and clip (BAD) indicator

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Type: VCA compressor, 500 series format, single slot
  • Faceplate orientation: vertical
  • Frequency response: 5Hz - 175kHz (-3dB points)
  • Dynamic range: 125dB (from maximum output at 0.5% THD to minimum output)
  • Self-noise (Output at 0): typically -101dBu
  • Distortion: 0.0035% to 15% at 1kHz, depending on mode and settings
  • Maximum input level before hard clipping: +22dBm (Line In mode)
  • Compression ratios: 2:1, 3:1, 4:1, 6:1, 8:1, 10:1, 12:1, 20:1
  • Detector filter: switchable, 70Hz

Returns

We want you to be sure of your choice and that the goods fit 100%.

For this reason, you have 30 days to test the product, during which you can return it without giving a reason.

It is important to keep the factory appearance of the goods, consumer properties and full equipment (original packaging, labels, manuals, software CDs, all inserts, everything that was included in the delivery).

If you have decided to return the goods, please write to us at return@wiredtunes.pl, after which we will contact you and inform you about the next steps of the procedure.

Please note that refunds are not available for:

  • Cables and connectors
  • Software
  • Devices with a used voucher and serial numbers for which they were registered
  • Custom accessories (earbuds, earbuds)
  • Needles and cartridges
  • Care and hygiene products

Returns

We want you to be sure of your choice and that the goods fit 100%.

For this reason, you have 30 days to test the product, during which you can return it without giving a reason.

It is important to keep the factory appearance of the goods, consumer properties and full equipment (original packaging, labels, manuals, software CDs, all inserts, everything that was included in the delivery).

If you have decided to return the goods, please write to us at return@wiredtunes.pl, after which we will contact you and inform you about the next steps of the procedure.

Please note that refunds are not available for:

  • Cables and connectors
  • Software
  • Devices with a used voucher and serial numbers for which they were registered
  • Custom accessories (earbuds, earbuds)
  • Needles and cartridges
  • Care and hygiene products

Warranty

We care about our customers and carefully select the producers and products that we present in Wired Tunes, which is why we are sure of their quality. If the product does not meet our standards, you will not find our catalog on the list.

Our warranty is 36 months for all products and 60 months for ADAM Audio products.

Except for consumables, strings, tubes and crossfaders, and products showing signs of misuse.

In the event of damage, please contact us via support@wiredtunes.pl, after which we will contact you and inform you about the next steps of the procedure.

If the product cannot be repaired, it will be replaced with a new one, or in the absence of an available model, we will replace it with an analogous one in the same price range or refund the entire amount that has been paid. The most important thing is that the product is used properly.

Warranty

We care about our customers and carefully select the producers and products that we present in Wired Tunes, which is why we are sure of their quality. If the product does not meet our standards, you will not find our catalog on the list.

Our warranty is 36 months for all products and 60 months for ADAM Audio products.

Except for consumables, strings, tubes and crossfaders, and products showing signs of misuse.

In the event of damage, please contact us via support@wiredtunes.pl, after which we will contact you and inform you about the next steps of the procedure.

If the product cannot be repaired, it will be replaced with a new one, or in the absence of an available model, we will replace it with an analogous one in the same price range or refund the entire amount that has been paid. The most important thing is that the product is used properly.

Fast Delivery

All orders placed on our online store are delivered using the following delivery methods:

  • DPD Courier
  • UPS Courier
  • GLS Courier
  • DB Schenker

For orders valued up to 250 EUR, the delivery cost:

  • 15 euros: Germany, Belgium, Czechia, Hungary, Latvia, Luxembourg, Austria
  • 20 euros: Italy, Denmark, Estonia, France, Lithuania, Netherlands, Romania, Slovakia
  • 30 euros: Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Finland, Greece, Ireland, Malta, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain

For orders above 250 EUR, delivery is free.

The delivery time is typically 7 days.

For oversized orders, we use carriers such as DPD, GLS, and DB Schenker. The store manager will provide information on the cost and delivery time when your order is accepted.

Fast Delivery

All orders placed on our online store are delivered using the following delivery methods:

  • DPD Courier
  • UPS Courier
  • GLS Courier
  • DB Schenker

For orders valued up to 250 EUR, the delivery cost:

  • 15 euros: Germany, Belgium, Czechia, Hungary, Latvia, Luxembourg, Austria
  • 20 euros: Italy, Denmark, Estonia, France, Lithuania, Netherlands, Romania, Slovakia
  • 30 euros: Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Finland, Greece, Ireland, Malta, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain

For orders above 250 EUR, delivery is free.

The delivery time is typically 7 days.

For oversized orders, we use carriers such as DPD, GLS, and DB Schenker. The store manager will provide information on the cost and delivery time when your order is accepted.