What makes the Empirical Labs Distressor such a lasting studio classic?
On this week’s podcast episode, I sit down with Dave Derr, founder of Empirical Labs and creator of the Distressor.
Among the things we talk about analog compression, product design, the birth of Nuke mode, FATSO, Mike-E, plugins, and the studio lessons that shaped his gear.
Dave shares how his years as a musician, engineer, and Eventide employee led him to build tools that solved real recording problems.
From dead drum sounds to analog saturation and trademarked knobs, this conversation offers a warm, practical look inside one of the most respected minds in pro audio.
And much more.
You can hear it at bobbyoinnercircle.com, or via Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, Mixcloud, Spotify, Deezer, TuneIn Radio, or RadioPublic.
Also, a video version of this podcast is now available on YouTube as well.
