The most accurate 1176 replica in the market.
The SA-76A-5 is the accurate reproduction of the iconic UREI 1176 Rev A available in the market today in a convenient 1U 500 series format. With a fully discrete signal path following the original schematic, and by using premium components (the same as found on the old UREI’s) and custom transformers we have managed to impart the original tone and character of these legendary compressors in a 500 series format.
Unlike any other replica the Stam 76-5A uses a Sowter input transformer which are identical sounding replicas of the original UTC 0-12 transformers. We also use a custom US-made 5002 output transformer that precisely matches the low end and top end found on the old ones. Each 76-5A comes with Vishay capacitors, 1% precision resistors and selected transistors which are the icing on the cake that guarantee that each compressor you receive will be the absolute best sounding 1176 you’ll ever hear.
Just like the original “blue stripe”, the ratios of 4, 8, 12 and 20 are there, as well as the “all buttons in” mode for 100% stun. Adjustable input, output, attack, and release as well as a Dry-Wet blend control!
Each unit is hand made at our lab in Chile and comes with a 2 year warranty.
100% satisfaction guarantee – if you don’t love your SA-76A-5 we’ll refund you
If you’ve used an original 1176 revision A before, we’re extremely confident the Stam Audio 76A-5 will put a big smile on your face every time you use it. However, if you’ve never touched the original before, as gear lovers ourselves we understand that the only way to really know if this FET compressor is right for you, is to put it through its paces. That’s why the 76A-5 comes with a 30 day money back guarantee. This allows you to get it into your rack and see how it impacts your recordings. If you love it (and we think you will!), great…keep the unit and create amazing music with it. If not, no problems. Just send it back to us and we’ll fully refund your purchase.
Jasper Lawrence –
To be honest, am not a very professional sound engineer. I am just a hobby musician, Stam audio really engineers their products so good, that even with my little experience, am able to make brilliant mixes. Often professional sound engineers have asked me, what gear I use, and who mix it. All I can say thank you Stam 🙂
Lonnie G –
Hello, I have 2 of the SA76A-5 , I think they are Amazing , . After I received mine I liked them so much that I ordered a SA76D-5 and I know it will be great also. Also I want to say that everyone at Stam Audio have answered my many questions with kindness and sincerity. Great Company.
Peter (verified owner) –
Grab and snap for days! PREMIUM sound at an unbeatable price, Stam’s 1176 500 clones are the best on the market.
Adam S –
The 76A is my holy grail of gritty, saturated and present compressors for tracking vocals that sit right at the front of a rock mix. The Stam 500 series version is perfect for me, I have it in a lunchbox case with a handle and take it to every session I work on
Franco –
Stam Audio did a great clone. I don’t know how the electronic part has been cloned, how much “identically” is, but the sound…. That sound of a 1176 rev.A is there!!!! WOW!!!! And the distortion you can have from!!!! Amazing
Augusto Rodrigues –
Great unit, unbelievable price for the quality. It’s my 6o Stam gear. All of them work flawlessly! Thanks Stam
BSmith –
All of the Blue Stripe’s power and character somehow fit into a much tinier and more affordable package. It’s exactly what I was wanting. A great compressor and a great dirt box when you turn off all of the ratios and drive the input. Also love that it has a Dry/Wet knob. It took me a minute to get used to gain staging while backing off the wet signal, but I got there. I’m really happy with the unit and considering adding Stam’s Rev D to my lunchbox next.
Stepart –
Very effective and useful, I use it on every take 😉
Zyon Odinson –
This compressor is everything I expected and more. I have used it on every single vocal since I bought it. It overs that aggressive blue face 1176 sound with way more control. The wet/dry knob is a blessing. The quality of the device is exceptional, and all of the buttons and controllers are solid. Thanks, Stam!! You did it again for me. Blessed!
Terry –
I have been recording vocals and sending them out. Lately I have also been recording spoken word. This compressor is high quality. I pretty much use this on any thing I do. I like to run it after the Stam 312-5T pre amp. They are very smooth but allow you to flavor things however you please. If you want a little or a lot of grit, no problem. This compressor blows plug ins out of the water. Compressor plug ins (even the good ones) tend to be muddy in the low mid range. If you A/B them you will be able to tell the difference. I am looking forward to adding more Stam gear to my chains. Thanks again to Josh and all the people at Stam. They have been awesome to me. Definitely the people you go to if you want high level quality gear that isn’t just a carbon copy of what everyone else is using.