Buzz Audio

Buzz Audio is a boutique audio equipment manufacturer based in New Zealand, known for its high-end analogue gear designed for professional recording and mastering. Founded by Tim Farrant, the company specialises in Class A circuit designs that prioritise sonic transparency and musicality. Buzz Audio products, including compressors, preamps, and EQs, are handbuilt with precision, offering robust construction and audiophile-grade performance.

Released in 2007

Buzz Audio REQ-2.2 Mastering Equaliser

The Buzz Audio REQ-2.2 is a stereo Class A equaliser offering mastering-grade precision, mid/side operation, and a musical parallel-band architecture with optional transformer outputs and is hand built in New Zealand.
Released in 2015

Buzz Audio DBC-20 Diode Bridge Compressor

The Buzz Audio DBC-20 is a Class A stereo diode bridge compressor delivering bold, vintage-style compression with modern flexibility, including parallel mix control, sidechain options, and discrete circuitry.
Released in 2016

Buzz Audio DBC-M Mastering Compressor

The Buzz Audio DBC-M is a stereo Class A diode bridge compressor designed for mastering, combining vintage tonal character with precise modern control. Featuring stepped Elma controls, mid/side processing, and built-in parallel compression, it delivers rich, punchy dynamics with the accuracy needed for high-end mastering work.
Released in 2019

Buzz Audio SOC-M Mastering Compressor

The Buzz Audio SOC-M is a Class A stereo optical compressor for mastering, offering stepped controls, parallel compression, and a range of precision features for detailed dynamics processing.