BAE 10DCF Single Channel Compressor/Limiter w/PSU
The BAE 10DCF is a single-channel diode bridge compressor/limiter inspired by classic British console dynamics, delivering powerful control with unmistakable vintage character. Hand-built by BAE Audio, the 10DCF is designed for engineers who want authoritative dynamics shaping with musical saturation and depth.
At the heart of the 10DCF is a true diode bridge compression circuit, renowned for its punchy, forward sound and ability to control transients while adding density and attitude. This makes the unit exceptionally effective on drums, bass, vocals, guitars, and mix buses where energy, weight, and character are desired.
The front panel offers intuitive control over threshold, ratio, attack, release, and output gain, allowing everything from subtle dynamic control to aggressive compression and limiting. Supplied with a dedicated external power supply (PSU), the BAE 10DCF ensures optimal headroom, stability, and long-term reliability in professional studio environments.
Features
- Single-channel diode bridge compressor/limiter
- Classic British console-inspired dynamics circuit
- Powerful transient control with musical coloration
- Wide range from gentle compression to hard limiting
- Intuitive front-panel controls
- High-quality, transformer-balanced signal path
- Includes dedicated external power supply (PSU)
- Hand-built with premium components
Applications
- Drums and percussion
- Electric bass and guitars
- Lead and backing vocals
- Parallel compression setups
- Mix bus and subgroup processing
Technical Specifications
- Type: Single-channel compressor / limiter
- Compression Circuit: Diode bridge
- Topology: Transformer-balanced
- Controls: Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, Output Gain
- Operation Modes: Compression and limiting
- Inputs: Balanced XLR
- Outputs: Balanced XLR
- Power Supply: External PSU (included)
- Form Factor: Rackmount (single channel)