Purple Audio is a boutique American pro audio manufacturer renowned for crafting premium analog studio equipment that combines classic recording heritage with modern engineering innovation. Founded in 1997 by Andrew Roberts, Purple Audio earned its reputation with the legendary MC76 and MC77 FET compressors before expanding into a respected lineup of microphone preamps, equalizers, summing mixers, 500 Series modules, and studio infrastructure solutions. Purple Audio products are known for delivering punch, depth, warmth, and precision while remaining versatile enough for modern recording, mixing, and mastering workflows. With roots in New York’s renowned recording community and a design philosophy shaped by decades of hands-on studio experience, Purple Audio continues to create professional-grade tools that help engineers capture performances with energy, character, and the timeless sound of great analog gear.