Warm Audio WA-2A Tube Optical Compressor
$1,199
Authentic Reproduction Of The Most Revered Compressor And Leveling Amplifier In Recording History
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Legendary Optical Compression At Your Fingertips
The WA-2A authentically reproduces the most sought-after vintage analog tube optical compression of all time. The gentle, “forgiving” application of compression from the optical unit combined with the rich tone of the output section provided by premium tube analog circuitry combine to deliver the most lauded “musical” compression that won’t suck tone out of your recordings. This style of compression is favored by legendary artists like Led Zeppelin, Jack White, Nirvana, Eric Clapton, The Beatles, U2, Prince, Pharrell Williams and many more.
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Pure, Streamlined Analog Tone
The original 2A style of compression sets the standard for vintage-style analog dynamics control. When the performance requires gentle control, preserving dynamics and changes in volume on the track, the WA-2A shines as a streamlined 2-knob compressor with rich tube warmth in the output stage. Great for lead vocals, acoustics, electric/upright bass, orchestral work and more, the premium components paired with simple controls are perfect for when you want to preserve the great sound you’re hearing in the room.
Like the original 2A-style compressor, the WA-2A includes all the features that deliver a complete and professional recording experience.
- 2A-Style, Transformer Balanced, High Voltage, Opto Tube Compressor
- Variable Pre-Emphasis, Allows For Compression High Pass Filtering (Tone Control)
- Stereo-Link Capable Via TRS Connector
- XLR & TRS Balanced Line Level Outputs – 600 Ohms Impedance
- XLR & TRS Balanced Line Level Inputs – 600 Ohms Impedance
- Meter Displays Both dB Gain Reduction & dB Output
- Power – 115/230 Volts (Switchable), 50/60 Hz
- Dimensions – 19″ Rackmount Chassis, 2U. 19″ X 7″ X 3.5″
- Chassis Depth: 7” | 17.5 cm
- Utilizes Premium Grade Input & Output Cinemag USA Transformers
- USA-Made Kenetek Opto-Cell Attenuator T4-Style Module. Socketed To Allow Retro-Fitting With Other Opto-Cells
- Premium Tubes. (2X) 12AX7, (1X) 12BH7, (1X) 6AQ5 or 6P1.
- Fully Discrete Signal Path
- Input Impedance – 600 Ohms, Bridges-T Control (Floating)
- Frequency Response +/- 1 dB, 15 Hz to 20 kHz
- Gain 40 dB ±1dB
- Input Level +16 dB Maximum
- Output Level +10 dB Nominal, +16 dB Maximum
- Distortion Less Than 0.1% THD At ±10 dBm
- Noise = -74 dB
- Attack Time – 10 Milliseconds
- Release Time – 0.06 Seconds For 50% Release – 0.5 To 5 Seconds For Complete Release
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