{"product_id":"heritage-audio-successor-stereo-bus-compressor","title":"Heritage Audio Successor Stereo Bus Compressor with Carnhill Transformers","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 20px auto 10px auto; text-align: center; max-width: 800px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eHeritage Audio Successor Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ciframe style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 800px; height: 450px; display: block; margin: 0 auto; border-radius: 8px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/noAzPHy8nBg?si=bxBF1VTwd0axs_yE{{%20product.metafields.custom.youtube_id%20}}\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 1 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Heritage Audio Successor stereo bus compressor front panel\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/4031\/9643\/files\/Heritage_Audio_SUCCESSOR_right_view.png?v=1771996043\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-text\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic British Diode-Bridge Compression, Reimagined\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heritage Audio Successor brings the character of legendary British diode-bridge compressors into the modern studio. Carnhill transformer-coupled inputs and outputs deliver the warmth, girth, and authority of vintage Class A circuitry — on your mix bus or drum bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue stereo operation runs on single controls with matched gain cells, delivering near-zero offset between channels and extremely tight left\/right tracking. Oxford mode compression means the loudest signal governs gain reduction rather than a summed average, keeping your stereo image intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an authorized dealer, Pro Audio Reserve ensures your Successor is a genuine Heritage Audio product backed by full manufacturer warranty and support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-section reverse\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Heritage Audio Successor rackmount diode-bridge compressor\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/4031\/9643\/files\/Heritage_Audio_SUCCESSOR_front_view.png?v=1771996044\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-text\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUltra-Fast Timing and Advanced Sidechain Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike vintage diode-bridge designs, the Successor offers attack times as fast as 50μs and release times down to 25ms — enabling FET-like drum bus slamming or transparent mix bus glue depending on your needs. All timing and ratio controls are stepped for fast, repeatable recall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sidechain filter goes well beyond a simple high-pass, incorporating three high-pass filters, two mid-band bell EQs, and a smooth 50Hz roll-off to prevent sub frequencies from riding the compression. External sidechain send and return jacks allow for additional flexibility or processing from outboard gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 3 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Heritage Audio Successor rear panel sidechain I\/O connections\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/4031\/9643\/files\/Heritage_Audio_SUCCESSOR_rear_view.png?v=1771996043\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-text\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt-In Parallel Compression and Analog Metering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe onboard Blend control lets you dial in parallel compression without any additional routing or external gear. A dedicated Blend On\/Off button allows for instant A\/B comparison between fully processed and dry signals, making it easy to find the right balance in any mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA high-quality analog gain reduction meter gives you immediate visual feedback, while the all-discrete Class A signal path favors second-order harmonic distortion for a musical, vintage character that VCA-based designs simply cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiode-bridge stereo bus compressor with Carnhill transformer-coupled I\/O\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue stereo operation with matched gain cells and Oxford mode compression tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-fast attack (50μs) and release (25ms) options for FET-like behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplex sidechain filter with high-pass, mid-band bell EQ, and external send\/return\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in Blend control for onboard parallel compression with instant wet\/dry comparison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; 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