Vintage Recording Equipment Archive

The Solid State Logic Bus Comp Classic is a 1U rackmount stereo analogue bus compressor that recreates the architecture and characteristic response of the legendary SSL Stereo Bus Compressor. Featuring THAT 2181 VCAs, Variable VCA Drive, expanded compression ratios and time constants, SSL Auto Release, an integrated side-chain high-pass filter and genuine stereo external side-chain inputs, it combines the familiar operation of the original design with additional control over dynamics, harmonic character and stereo bus processing.

The Boss DR-110 Dr. Rhythm was a portable, preset programmable rhythm machine that offered two songs of up to 128 measures each, constructed from 32 available rhythm patterns. It featured both step and tap writing modes, a liquid-crystal display for pattern verification, and high-quality sound sources including a distinctive Hand Clap. The unit supported AC/DC operation with battery memory back-up and included an Accent Trigger output for controlling external synthesisers, making it a versatile and compact solution for musicians.