Elysia xpressor neo

From the original xpressor to a more refined NEO generation

Introduced in 2010, the xpressor found its way into many studios thanks to its modern approach to compression. With the xpressor NEO, elysia retains the features that made it so appealing while reworking the circuit to refine the sound reproduction. This evolution delivers greater depth, a wider stereo image and a better-defined phantom centre.

The NEO therefore comes closer to the purist philosophy of the alpha compressor, the brand's flagship compressor, without giving up its own versatility. The front panel has also evolved: a less reflective surface, laser-engraved parameters, revised gain reduction display values and adjusted knob finishing. The bevelled edges are now positioned along the sides of the front panel.

A studio compressor for tracks, buses and mastering

The elysia xpressor NEO is designed for sound engineers, producers and musicians who want precise control over dynamics. On an individual track, it can contain peaks or enhance density. On a subgroup or a complete mix, it helps bind the elements together while preserving detailed high-frequency reproduction and a solid low-end foundation.

Its RMS detection and soft knee curve promote a gradual onset of compression. The various release options and parallel mixing then let you adapt the processing: subtle on a stereo bus, more assertive on percussion or deliberately pronounced for a creative effect.

Technical specifications

Category	compressor	Analog outputs	jack, XLR
Number of channels	2	Color	Black
Rack unit	1

Type	Class A stereo VCA compressor.	Parallel compression	integrated blend of the direct and compressed signals.
Applications	recording, mixing and mastering.	External sidechain inputs and outputs	only available on the 19-inch rack version.
Detection	RMS.	THD+N at 0 dBu, from 20 Hz to 22 kHz, mix at 0%	0.003%.
Compression curve	soft knee for a progressive control response.	THD+N at 0 dBu, from 20 Hz to 22 kHz, mix at 100%	0.007%.
Sound reproduction	clear and open sound, with fast and punchy transients.	THD+N at +10 dBu, from 20 Hz to 22 kHz, mix at 0%	0.003%.
Low end	powerful energy.	THD+N at +10 dBu, from 20 Hz to 22 kHz, mix at 100%	0.02%.
High end	detailed reproduction.	Noise level, from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, A-weighted	-91 dBu.
Stereo image	wide and deep three-dimensional soundstage.	Dynamic range, from 20 Hz to 22 kHz	112 dB.
Auto Fast	adapts the attack to short, strong impulses.	Maximum input level	+21 dBu.
Release	logarithmic and linear curves.	Maximum output level	+21 dBu.
Warm mode	limits the slew rate of the output stages for a second sonic signature.	Input impedance	10 kilohms.
Sidechain filter	low-cut filter with selectable frequency.	Output impedance	68 ohms.
GR Limit	limits gain reduction in the control path.