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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:
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overall: 140 mm x 120 mm x 205 mm, 2 kg
- type:
- amplifier
- taxonomy:
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- furnishing and equipment
- tools & equipment
