Empirical Labs announces the Distressor EL-8 XXX
Empirical Labs is celebrating its 30th anniversary with the Distressor EL-8 XXX, a limited edition version of the popular Distressor.
It features all the improved functions of the EL8X (Stereo Image Link, Brit Mode) and is now additionally equipped with the famous Triad HS-56 transformer in the input stage, which is known for giving sub-content more clarity and “size.” In addition to saturation and tone color, this transformer also significantly reduces the input impedance to 600 ohms. These changes, along with some new discrete components, allow the XXX model to saturate and color earlier than the classic EL8—it makes the lows of a mix shine like no other device!
The Empirical Labs Distressor EL-8 XXX will be shipping in Q2 2026.
Product Video: https://bit.ly/4aKU3S9