- Classic tube compressor/leveling amplifier modeled after the iconic Teletronix LA-2A*
- Completely discrete signal path
- Premium selection 12AX7, 12BH7 and EL84 tubes
- Lag-free optical attenuator based on original electroluminescent technology
- Custom-built Midas input and output transformers
- Frequency Response: 10 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 1 dB
- Gain Limiting: 0 to 30 dB
- Ultra-fast attack time: 10 milliseconds
- Release time: 50 milliseconds to 5 seconds
- Adjustable stereo-link connection
- Variable pre-emphasis for digital audio recording and broadcasting transmission
- Vintage-style meter features gain reduction and output
- Transformer balanced inputs and outputs on Neutrik* XLR connectors
- Rugged 2U rackmount chassis for durability in portable applications
- Auto-ranging universal switch-mode power supply
- Designed and engineered in the U.K.
Audio Input
| Type |
XLR, 1/4" TRS, transformer balanced |
| Impedance |
600 Ω, balanced and unbalanced |
| Maximum input level |
+20 dBu, balanced and unbalanced |
| CMRR at 1 kHz |
Typically -80 dB |
Audio Output
| Type |
XLR, 1/4" TRS, transformer balanced |
| Impedance |
70 Ω, balanced and unbalanced |
| Maximum output level |
+18 dBu, balanced and unbalanced |
System Specifications
| Frequency response |
10 Hz to 20 kHz, ±1 dB |
| Noise at unity gain |
-87 dBu, unweighted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
| THD at unity gain 0 dBu Typically <0.1% 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Typically <0.1% 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Compressor
| Attack time |
Typically 10 ms |
| Release time |
Typically 50 ms for 50% release, up to 5 s for full release |
| Maximum output gain |
+30 db |
| Maximum peak reduction |
-30 db |
| Tube types |
2x 12AX7, 1x 12BH7, 1x EL84 |
| Meter settings |
Gain Reduction, +4 output, +10 output |
Power Supply
| Mains voltage |
100 - 240 V~, 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption |
30 W |
| Fuse |
T1AH 250 V |
| Mains connection |
Standard IEC receptacle |
Physical
| Dimensions (HxWxD) |
88 x 483 x 158 mm (3.5 x 19 x 6.2") |
| Weight |
2.9 kg (6.4 lbs) |
