SPL Venos Black

SPL Venos Black Stereo Bus Compressor
$5,499.00
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SPL Venos Stereo Bus Compressor - 120V Variable-Bias Tube Dynamics

This is the black finish version.

The SPL Venos is a 2U stereo bus compressor that combines classic variable-bias tube compression with groundbreaking hyper-compression modes and SPL’s unrivalled 120V rail technology. Built around a remote-cutoff tube stage, it delivers the legendary glue, depth, and impact of vintage tube compressors while introducing Focus and Punch modes that push beyond traditional ratios into negative/hyper-compression territory for explosive, energy-packed dynamics never heard before on a mix bus.

Hyper-Compression Innovation

Focus and Punch modes abandon conventional side-chain filtering and instead reshape the gain-reduction curve itself. After reaching maximum compression, the curve drops again — creating a powerful, almost “over-compressed” yet musical effect that adds massive size and forward drive. Perfect for modern electronic, hip-hop, rock, or any mix needing instant impact.

Classic & Modern Side-Chain Modes

  • Linear – clean sub-20 Hz roll-off only
  • Modern – bandpass side-chain for contemporary mixes
  • Vintage – custom analog filter curve by Wolfgang Neumann
  • External – rear-panel side-chain insert for creative processing

Key Features of the SPL Venos

  • Variable-bias tube compressor with 120V (±60 V) operating voltage
  • Two revolutionary hyper-compression modes: Focus & Punch
  • Five side-chain modes (Linear, Modern, Vintage, Focus, Punch) + External insert
  • All controls stepped or detented for perfect stereo matching and recall
  • Single-knob operation for both channels
  • Maximum gain: +32.5 dBu
  • Ultra-low noise (-95 dBu A-weighted) and distortion (0.002%)
  • Internal shielded toroidal linear power supply
  • Handmade in Germany

Technical Specifications

  • Operating Voltage (analog): ±60 V (120V SUPRA technology)
  • Max Input/Output Level: +32.5 dBu
  • Input Impedance: 20 kΩ
  • Output Impedance: 75 Ω
  • CMRR (1 kHz):
  • Frequency Response (-3 dB): 10 Hz – 40 kHz
  • Crosstalk (1 kHz): -108 dB
  • THD (+10 dBu): 0.002 %
  • Noise (A-weighted): -95 dBu
  • Power Consumption: max. 9.9 VA
  • Dimensions (W × H × D): 482 × 132 × 300 mm (19 × 5.2 × 11.8 in)
  • Weight: 3.85 kg (8.49 lbs)
Our ONE WITH EVERYTHING ZEN WARRANTY extends the standard manufacturer warranty by one year, see our ZEN WARRANTY page for details.
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