Karno Smart Research C2S SEPIA Module

VCA Stereo Bus Compressor - SEPIA Series Module

• SEPIA version of the famous Smart Research C2
• VCA stereo compressor with industry-standard timbre
• Advanced CRUSH mode for increased aggressiveness
• Independent S&D controls for maximum flexibility
• Ideal for mix bus, mastering and live sound

Smart Research C2S: the standard in bus compression

The Karno Smart Research C2S SEPIA Module brings one of the most respected compressors from the 1990s to the present to the modular format. Used in the most prestigious contexts, from mastering to live productions, the C2S is prized for its clarity, cohesion, and ability to lend strength and compactness to any mix.

SEPIA: modular technology for professional audio

Thanks to Karno's SEPIA platform, C2S becomes part of a portable, scalable and fully integrated modular ecosystem. No emulation, just real hardware with advanced digital control, already adopted by studios and engineers worldwide and supported by a Smart Innovate UK grant.

Music compression and versatile

Featuring an even more flexible CRUSH mode, independent S&D controls, and a phase sensitive live link, the C2S is perfect for studio, broadcast, and stage applications. It offers transparency when needed and assertive character when pushed to the limit, making it an indispensable tool.

Technical Specifications.

• Channel Configuration: Stereo
• Type: VCA compressor
• Features: Independent S&D, CRUSH mode, phase-sensitive link
• Applications: Mix bus, mastering, tracking and live sound