SPL IRON v2 Dual Channel Mastering Compressor (Red)

Following the dynamic stage, IRON also features two EQ curve presets for adding a final gentle polish to any mix. AirBass mode offers a 2dB boost to high and low frequencies adding a nice sense of sparkle, while the Tape Roll-Off mode engages high and low cuts. The latter shapes the track’s response in an almost tape-machine style way adding an extra layer of warmth.

IRON offers a range of mastering-optimised features allowing engineers to dial in pristine optical dynamics all the way to fat, warm and downright vintage compression tones and its sonic talents lend truly market leading flourish to any musical material.

IRON v2
Introduced in late 2022, SPL's improved v2 model features balanced side-chain inserts with send as well as return ports, new side-chain EQ filter presets and Wathen CryoTone tubes. The second incarnation of IRON features an identical faceplate but can be identified from its barcode sticker on the rear of the rack.

True Tube Tone
The signal path of each channel on the IRON compressor features two twin-triode tubes each with intentionally differing response curves. According to SPL, this unique configuration leads the way for IRON’s high level or transparency and musicality, allowing music to avoid sounding lifeless even at higher levels.

120V Technology
A feature shared with many of SPL’s most revered products, 120V is a proprietary design trait allowing 120 volt operating voltage aimed at providing optimal headroom with a super-low noise floor. For processing well-mixed tracks in need of a volume boost at the mastering stage, IRON is the ultimate tool for increasing loudness white still maintaining dynamics.