SKU: 85603707843

A-Designs HM2 Nail Dual-Channel Compressor/Limiter - Solid State/Tube Hybrid

Sale price$190527.75 Regular price$211697.50
Save 10%

Pay in installments of $52924.38 with ShopPay, AfterPay and Klarna

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Aug 2 - Aug 7

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

A-Designs HM2 Nail Dual-Channel Compressor/Limiter - Solid State/Tube HybridHigh Performance with Rich Sound Stereo Dual Mono Switchable Mix Control for Parallel Compression Threshold and Hard Threshold Controls LED Indicators Switchable to Stereo Gain Reduction Switch for Meters Carling Toggle Power Switch Custom Milled Faceplate and Knobs Made in the USA The HM2 Nail from A Designs is a solid state tube hybrid, dual channel compressor limiter with advanced circuitry for infinite sound shaping possibilities and well suited

  • High Performance with Rich Sound
  • Stereo / Dual Mono Switchable
  • Mix Control for Parallel Compression
  • Threshold and Hard Threshold Controls
  • LED Indicators Switchable to Stereo
  • Gain-Reduction Switch for Meters
  • Carling Toggle Power Switch
  • Custom-Milled Faceplate and Knobs
  • Made in the USA

The HM2 Nail from A-Designs is a solid state/tube hybrid, dual-channel compressor/limiter with advanced circuitry for infinite sound-shaping possibilities and well suited for tracking, mixing, and mastering. The musically transparent compressor utilizes hand-selected tubes and top-grade components specifically chosen to compliment and enrich the extended bandwidth. The HM2 can add character to any signal from gentle, subtle background compression to full-on squashing, and anything in-between.

Three circuits work in tandem to provide the unique control over the compressor's settings. Threshold allows precise control over the amount of compression, while the Hard Threshold sets the level at which it engages. The Filter works as a built-in frequency-dependent side-chain circuit that prevents the compressor from overreacting to bass-heavy content. The Attack and Release settings are also dependent on the Hard Threshold and respond dynamically to program material, allowing for more flexible and musical results. The Mix knob provides continuously variable control between the direct (dry) and compressed signals, enabling parallel compression without the need for busing or using auxiliary tracks.

Additional features include an In/Out toggle for A/B comparisons, a Stereo Link On/Off toggle, and LED dual-ladder indicator switchable from level to gain reduction. The enclosure features a retro-modern look with a black, custom-milled faceplate and brushed aluminum knobs, a heavy-duty Carling toggle power switch, and a large red jewel power indicator. The HM2-Nail ships with an IEC power cord.

  • Solid state/tube hybrid design combines high performance with rich sound
  • Dual channel with switchable stereo link or dual mono modes
  • Mix control lets you blend wet/dry signal for parallel compression
  • Hard Threshold and Filter let you select amount of compression and frequency (to 250 Hz) to prevent mix from being �dragged down� by LF energy
  • Custom-milled aluminum knobs
  • Custom-milled aluminum faceplate
  • LED Indicators switchable to stereo
  • Gain-reduction switch for meters
  • 2U rackmount
  • Balanced XLR outputs
  • Carling toggle power switch
  • Red jewel power indicator
  • In/out switch
In the Box
A-Designs HM2 Nail Dual-Channel Compressor/Limiter - Solid State/Tube Hybrid
  • IEC Power Cord
  • Limited 1-Year Warranty
Function Compressor
Number of Channels 2
Inputs 2x balanced XLR
Outputs 2x balanced XLR
Clipping Level +20 dBu
Compression Ratio Variable Ratio: Self adjusting
Filter Off, 8 to 250 Hz
Mix Controller Variable Mix (Direct/Compression): Complete bypass to complete compression
Frequency Response 3 Hz to 50 kHz
Noise -89 dBu
Power 120/230 VAC, 23 W
Dimensions (W � H � D) 19.0 x 3.5 x 10.0" / 48.3 x 8.9 x 25.4 cm
Weight 10.0 lb / 4.5 kg
All product and company names are trademarks™ or registered® trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.
Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 85603707843

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.0 ★★★★★
Based on 5 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
J
Verified Purchase
Jose
Charlottesville, US
★★★★★ 5
Highly recommend getting this product.
Color: White, Size: Medium
Great pillow that is worth the money. We travel often as a family and got these and it was worth it. The quality is good and it it firm enough to be comfortable. I got good support and also enjoyed the fact that it can be rolled up into the travel pouch and transported.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2025
I
Verified Purchase
Ideas from Cathy
Charlottesville, US
★★★★★ 4
If you want an afforable, adjustable pillow - give this a try
Color: White, Size: Medium
I live this pillow. I bought two one for travel and one for home. I'm a side sleeper and most pillows are too fat for me, but my old pillow finally got too flat. It is very light and has an interior pillowcasing with a zipper under the main pillow zipper. Open both and access/remove the shredded foam (?) stuffing material. Be sure to save it in case you removed to much, I ended up putting some back in. It is slightly curved on one long end. It find it very comfortable, and there is no smell from the filling. I'm sensitive to stuff like that. I took off one start, as I wish it came with a pillow case just that size. It fits in a regular pillowcase sort of. The long side of this small pillow fits in the short end of a regular pillow case, but then you have all that extra length hanging over it, I asked my mom to cut and sew a few down for me.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2024
C
Verified Purchase
Catevnz
Grantham, US
★★★★★ 5
It was by far the best of the 3 I ordered
Color: White, Size: Medium, Color: White, Size: Medium
Good shredded memory foam pillow. Great for traveling. Great for side sleeper. I have had neck and shoulder problems and went through a ton of pillows before settling on Luxome Layr adjustable pillow. But way too hefty to travel with. I bought three travel pillows for a trip I am currently on - this one, a sleep number one and Alkamto travel and camp Pillow. The Alkamto was a no-go right away. Too squishy. Little support. Loved the Nappler. My husband liked it too so ordered him one. I will say his came in and was not as full as mine. I had some leftover fill from my Layr pillow so filled it out a bit for him. He doesn’t need one as supportive as mine so it wouldve be fine. It is nice because if it’s too firm you can pull some filler out. Had I gotten the second first it still would’ve been the best but I’m glad mine was fuller. The sleep number came in the next day and way good but not as good. Gave that to my adult daughter. Returned the Alkamto one as useless. The Nappler rolls up pretty easy and compacts down well in its bag so I could fit in my carry on. Was good for the flight - a long flight with lay down seats but crappy pillows. I’ve used it instead of the hotel pillows and also now the cruise ship pillows. 5 days into travel and I’ve very pleased.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2025
S
Verified Purchase
Steve S.
Los Angeles, US
★★★★★ 5
Very comfortable/ Good support
Color: White, Size: Medium
I travel often and I’m always frustrated that I have to leave my good pillow at home. I bought this one very quickly and on a whim and boy was I surprised! I slept very well the first night with it! I didn’t have to make any adjustments to it at all! I like that it’s white and can go inside of any pillowcase. When you take it out of the dryer to initially fluff it, it looks very big, but is extremely comfortable and does not strain my neck at all! It provides excellent support.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2026
H
Verified Purchase
Holly's Corner
Lake Worth, US
★★★★★ 5
Great for Travel - Perfect Size and Comfortable!
Color: White, Size: Medium
After trying to find a neck pillow for travel and many returns, I purchased this pillow. I love it! I have a long and thin neck and all the neck pillows did not provide enough support and constantly rotating the neck pillow does not work for me. Switching to this pillow was my answer. It came compressed and I followed the instructions (15 min in the dryer on low with a couple of dryer sheets). The pillow fluffed right up and is super comfortable and supportive. There is no smell. The cover is very soft (a must!). It easily compresses into the provided bag so easy to travel with. It's also the perfect size, small enough to easily travel with, and large enough to provide support. I recommend it.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2023

recommand products