Pye 4060 Compression Amplifier

Made:
circa 1965
maker:
Pye Limited
Pye 4060 Compression Amplifier

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Pye 4060 Compression Amplifier
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Pye Compression amplifier type 4060, c.1965 used by the BBC. Includes a separate power supply and instructions.

The Pye compressor made a massive contribution to British rock music from the mid-60s to the mid-70s due to its unique rich, thick, gluey sound.

Details

Category:
Television
Collection:
BBC Heritage Collection
Object Number:
2012-5118/328
Materials:
electronic components, metal (unknown) and plastic (unidentified)
Measurements:
overall: 140 mm x 120 mm x 205 mm, 2 kg
type:
amplifier
taxonomy:
  • furnishing and equipment
  • tools & equipment