H2 Audio HELIOS H-760 500 Compressor

The H2 Audio HELIOS H-760 is a faithful recreation of the legendary F760 FET compressor/limiter, designed for your 500 series lunchbox. Based on the classic module famously used in Helios desks, the H-760 captures the iconic sound of British FET compression, heard on recordings like Led Zeppelin’s “When The Levee Breaks.”

With an intuitive interface featuring fixed thresholds, selectable attack and release times, and five preset ratios, the H-760 delivers precise dynamic control with ease. Whether you’re compressing vocals, drums, or other instruments, the H-760 retains the character and warmth of the original Helios design while providing modern reliability and flexibility.

Key Features

• Classic FET Design: Faithfully recreates the Helios F760, a legendary compressor/limiter module.
• Intuitive Controls: Fixed threshold, five pre-selected ratios, and selectable attack/release times.
• Auto Release: Material-dependent for smooth dynamic control.
• Limiter Function: Independent fixed-threshold limiter for peak management.
• Stereo Linking: Easily links two units for stereo applications.
• Sidechain Input: For advanced compression techniques.
• 500 Series Format: Compact and modular, perfect for modern studio setups.
• Bypass Switch: Enables quick A/B comparisons.

Specifications

• Type: FET Compressor/Limiter (500 Series)
• Attack Times: 0.25, 0.5, 1, 2.5, 10, 25 ms
• Release Times: 0.025, 0.05, 0.1, 0.2, 0.4, 0.8, 1.6, 3.2 ms
• Auto Release: Material-dependent
• Ratio Settings: 30:15, 24:8, 20:10, 15:5, 15:3, 10:1
• Limiter: Fixed threshold
• Controls: Variable input and output
• Connections: Sidechain input, bypass switch
• Format: 500 series module

Applications

• Vocal compression with vintage warmth
• Tightening drum dynamics with iconic FET character
• Stereo bus compression when linked
• Adding punch and control to instruments and mixes