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product_id: 56383597
title: "Empirical Labs Distressor EL8 X w.\"British Mode\" + Image Link symm. I/O - Dynamics processor"
brand: "empirical labs"
price: "£2282.14"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/56383597-empirical-labs-distressor-el8-x-w-british-mode-image-link
store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
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# Empirical Labs Distressor EL8 X w."British Mode" + Image Link symm. I/O - Dynamics processor

**Brand:** empirical labs
**Price:** £2282.14
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

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- **What is this?** Empirical Labs Distressor EL8 X w."British Mode" + Image Link symm. I/O - Dynamics processor by empirical labs
- **How much does it cost?** £2282.14 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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- empirical labs enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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## Description

The EL8X Distressor from Empirical Labs is an automatic gain (or volume) control device (AGC in engineering terms) designed for pro audio applications. Basically, the compressor electronically controls the volume of just about any source in a very pleasing, and "musical" manner - adding fullness, intelligibility, and especially in the Distressor's case - excitement. This type of device is often called a "limiter" or "compressor" by audio professionals and its most probable uses will be in recording studios, live sound situations, movie sound production, and radio broadcast production.Unlike most analog compressor/limiters the Distressor is a digitally controlled audio device and actually incorporates several products into one by utilizing digital controls to switch totally different circuits in and out. Years of beta testing and redesign went into the Distressor as will be the case with all Empirical Labs products.Besides offering a wide range of control and unique features, the Distre

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003Y5D7RQ |
| Audio Output Effects | Distortion |
| Best Sellers Rank | #142,289 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #48 in Effect Processor Compressors |
| Brand | Empirical Labs |
| Brand Name | Empirical Labs |
| Color | Black |
| Connector Type | 1/4 inch audio |
| Controls Type | Push Button |
| Customer Reviews | 5.0 out of 5 stars 7 Reviews |
| Hardware Interface | 1/4-inch Audio |
| Item Dimensions | 23.05 x 18.55 x 2.8 inches |
| Item Weight | 11.89 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Empirical Labs |
| Manufacturer Part Number | EL8X Distressor |
| Model Name | EL8-X Distressor |
| Model Number | EL8X |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Signal Format | Analog |
| Style | Boom microphone stand with a telescoping boom arm |
| UPC | 854682006023 889406171985 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 2-year warranty. |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Effects:** Distortion
- **Brand:** Empirical Labs
- **Controls Type:** Push Button
- **Item Weight:** 11.89 Pounds
- **Style:** Compact

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## Frequently Bought Together

- Empirical Labs EL8-X Distressor with British Mode and Image Link
- GearIT XLR Microphone Cable (10 Feet, 10-Pack) - XLR Male to Female, Balanced Shielded Cable for Mic Mixer, Recording Studio, Podcast - Black, 10ft, 10 Pack

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*Last updated: 2026-05-20*