The 522 V2 500 Series Compressor/Limiter brings the acclaimed Midas sound to modular rack gear, packing premium performance into a compact 500 Series module. Designed for discerning users seeking nuanced dynamics processing, the 522 provides smooth, musical compression that enhances your mix. The 522's dynamic Presence control lets you add 'air' to vocals and instruments without unwanted noise or pumping. Reduce feedback during live gigs and give your sound clarity. When you need aggressive peak limiting, engage Hard knee mode for tight peak control and obvious compression. For ultimate signal integrity, the 522 features a low-noise input stage with exceptional Common Mode Rejection. See compression at a glance with independent LED meters for Gain Reduction and Level. Take the 522's refined dynamics out of the signal path entirely by engaging true hardware relay bypass.

Add 'Air' to Your Mix With the Presence Control
The 522's unique Presence control lets you boost mid and high frequencies during compression, helping vocals or lead instruments shine through the mix. Turn up the Presence and those frequencies get a smooth boost without the pumping and noise issues of competing products. Get your lead singer's voice to cut through a live mix. Give your guitar solo clarity and emphasis. Dial in just the right amount of crisp 'air' to make your mix sparkle.

Smooth, Musical Compression With Auto Mode
The 522's Auto mode delivers natural compression optimized for your audio. Auto mode automatically adjusts attack and release times based on your threshold and ratio settings, producing smooth, relaxed compression. You'll get rich, musical compression that preserves the emotion in your mix. Avoid the aggre