DL241 Auto-Compressor vs 1176LN
The 1176LN costs about $1,720 more than the DL241 Auto-Compressor and buys you RCA and 7-contact terminal strip. It also costs you 1 more rack unit.
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DL241 Auto-CompressorUniversal Audio
1176LN| Spec | DL241 Auto-Compressor | 1176LN |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | 2U |
| Weight | 7.9 lbs | 11.0 lbs |
| Power draw | 18W | Passive |
| Depth | 230 mm | 311.15 mm |
| I/O count | 7 | 5 |
| Price | ~$1,279 | ~$2,999 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
DL241 Auto-Compressor
- TRS 1/4"
1176LN
- RCA
- 7-contact terminal strip
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerTry 15 minutes without an account. Both units are in the catalog.

