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Tegeler Myth VCA 500 VCA Compressor
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A 500-series VCA compressor for punchy, clear mixes.
When your mix needs impact and control without losing feel, the right compressor makes all the difference. The Tegeler Audio Myth VCA 500 delivers classic VCA compression in a compact 500-series module, combining fast, responsive dynamics control with a wide 125dB dynamic range and high headroom for modern production. Designed for both individual tracks and bus processing, it offers precise shaping with stepped controls, flexible attack and release settings, and a built-in sidechain low-cut filter—giving you the tools to tighten, glue and enhance your sound with confidence.
Classic VCA Compression With Musical Response
At its core, the Myth VCA 500 uses a proven VCA topology to deliver clean, punchy compression that preserves transient detail while adding cohesion and balance. Its fast attack range allows you to control peaks with precision, while the adjustable release—including an auto mode—helps the compression breathe naturally with the music. From tightening drums to adding weight to bass or smoothing vocals, it provides consistent, musical results across a wide range of sources.
Precision Controls for Professional Workflows
The Myth VCA 500 is built for accuracy and repeatability, featuring stepped potentiometers that make it easy to recall settings in demanding studio environments. A selectable sidechain low-cut filter (60–120Hz) prevents low-frequency energy from over-triggering compression, helping maintain clarity and punch in the mix. With a wide frequency response and balanced input/output design, it integrates seamlessly into modern hybrid setups while delivering reliable, high-quality performance.
Expandable Design for Stereo Bus Processing
Designed with flexibility in mind, the Myth VCA 500 can be linked with a second unit via a dedicated bridge to create a full stereo bus compressor. This expands its role from a single-channel processor to a powerful mix-bus tool, ideal for adding glue and cohesion across stereo sources. Compact, precise and versatile, it brings analog control and musicality to any 500-series rack setup.
Features
- 500-series VCA compressor brings punch and musical cohesion to mixes
- Classic VCA topology delivers smooth gain reduction with preserved transients
- Stepped potentiometers enable precise, repeatable settings for recall and workflow
- Attack range from 0.1–30 ms shapes drums and vocals with control
- Selectable release from 100 ms–1.4 s and Auto adapts to program material
- Low-cut filter from 60–120Hz keeps low end intact during compression
- Balanced input and output maintain signal integrity in hybrid studio setups
- Linking bridge supports stereo bus compression for mix and mastering
Inspire bold mixes with the Tegeler Audio Myth VCA 500 VCA compressor and shape expressive, musical dynamics that bring every track to life.
Myth VCA 500 VCA Compressor Specifications:
General- Product type: 500-series compressor
- Model: Myth VCA 500
- Type: VCA compressor
- Configuration: Mono (linkable for stereo)
- Topology: VCA
- I/O: Balanced input and output
- Ratio: 2:1, 4:1, 10:1
- Attack: 0.1–30ms
- Release: 100ms–1.4s, Auto
- Sidechain filter: 60Hz–120Hz
- Controls: Stepped potentiometers
- Frequency response: 20Hz–40kHz ±1.5dB
- Dynamic range: ≥125dB
- Input impedance: ≥10 kohm
Level
- Maximum input level: +22dBu
- Maximum output level: +24dBu
- Linking: Stereo linking via bridge with second unit
- Current consumption: +16V @ 100mA
- Format: 500-series module
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