The Buzz Audio DBC-M is a mastering-grade stereo compressor that brings vintage-inspired character and precise modern control together in a rugged, high-quality design. Drawing from the heritage of diode bridge compression circuits used in classic British broadcast and recording gear, the Buzz Audio DBC-M offers a distinctive tonal signature with a bold, musical character while maintaining the precision demanded in mastering environments. Its core design is transformerless and fully discrete Class A, preserving clarity and integrity across the signal path.
Central to the Buzz Audio DBC-M is its unique diode bridge gain reduction cell, carefully engineered to offer smooth, rich compression with fast response times and a solid, punchy low end. For mastering applications, the unit includes 24-position Elma switches for threshold, attack, release, ratio, and gain controls, ensuring accurate stereo tracking and recall. It also incorporates a wet/dry mix control, allowing for parallel compression without external routing, and a switchable sidechain high-pass filter to prevent excessive low-frequency triggering. Sidechain insert points are included for even greater control and tonal shaping.
The Buzz Audio DBC-M operates in stereo, dual mono, or mono mode and offers both standard stereo and mid/side functionality from the front panel, making it a flexible tool for processing complex stereo images. With its strong sonic footprint and excellent build quality, the DBC-M is ideal for engineers looking to add cohesive energy and density to a mix or master without sacrificing detail. Handbuilt in New Zealand, the Buzz Audio DBC-M is a precision tool that blends vintage analogue warmth with contemporary mastering control.
Features
- Class A discrete signal path
- Diode bridge compression cell for vintage tone
- 24-position Elma rotary switches for all key controls
- Wet/dry mix control for parallel compression
- High-pass filter on sidechain
- Mid/side and stereo modes
- Dual mono and mono operation options
- Sidechain insert points
- Transformerless balanced I/O
- Handbuilt in New Zealand
