
Universal Audio 1176LN Classic Limiting Amplifier
₹247,690.00

The 1176 Limiting Amplifier became an instant classic because of its unique lightning-fast attack and release times, musical Class A output stage, and its wide range of sounds, ranging from subtle, near-transparent compression.


A True In-store Experience
Get expert advice on choosing the right instrument.
Talk to our product expert at
9940046621
9940046621
Product Description
Upon its release in 1967, the 1176 Limiting Amplifier became an instant classic because of its unique lightning-fast attack and release times, musical Class A output stage, and its wide range of sounds, ranging from subtle, near-transparent compression, to all-out drive and distortion. Universal Audio’s 1176LN Classic Limiting Amplifier is a handbuilt, faithful reproduction of Bill Putnam Sr.’s original visionary design, an iconic piece of audio history that had a hand behind classic recordings from Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, Michael Jackson, and more.
- True to the original in design, manufacturing and performance.
- Modeled after 1176LN, blackface, D and E revisions.
- Ultra fast attack time -20 microseconds to 800 microseconds.
- Class A line level output amplifier.
- Custom built Putnam-designed output transformer.
Want to sell yours?
List, sell, and get paid securely for your old musical instruments, connecting with music enthusiasts at your preferred price
Product Specifications
Features | |
Input Impedance | 600 ohms, bridges-T control (floating) |
Output Load Impedance | 600 ohms, floating, damping factor 20 |
External Connections | Jones Barrier terminals and XLR connectors |
Frequency Response | ± 1 dB 20 Hz to 20kHz |
Gain | 50 dB |
Distortion | Less than 0.5% total harmonic distortion from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with limiting |
Signal to Noise Ratio | Greater than 70 dB at +10 dBm |
Attack Time | 20 microseconds to 800 microseconds |
Release Time | 50 milliseconds to 1.1 seconds |
Stereo Interconnection | via 1176 SA Network accessory |
Meter | dB gain reduction and dB output |
Power Requirements | 120/240 V |
Environmental | Maximum operating temperature 160°F |
Dimensions | 19" Rackmount chassis, 2U |
Weight (unboxed) | 11 lbs. |