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Summary: Scott Hampton has been making great gear at Hamptone since the late 80s. Recently he moved a new optical compressor, the HOC1, out of the prototype phase and into production. I spoke with Scott about why he loves optical compressors, his design philosophy, and what test data he thinks is most important. Music: Eric and Magill "Tangled Up In Nets" Square Cad is Sponsored by Dangerous Music. Check out all the indispensable mastering tools at dangerousmusic.com!