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*Please note -- This pre-owned item may show signs of use. Please see the photos for details.
The Warm Audio WA-2A Optical Compressor is a modern re-creation of the iconic leveling amplifier revered for its smooth, natural compression and tonal warmth. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, the WA-2A retains the classic design, offering the unique characteristics of optical tube compression that have been integral to countless hit recordings. Whether you're working with vocals, bass, guitars, or other instruments, the WA-2A delivers a rich and authentic vintage sound.
| Product Name | Warm Audio WA-2A Optical Compressor |
|---|---|
| Brand | Warm Audio |
| Condition | Pre-owned |
| MPN | WA-2A |
| UPC | 638142859097 |
What's in the Box?
- Warm Audio WA-2A Leveling Amplifier
- Classic Optical Compression: Faithfully reproduces the legendary leveling amplifier's smooth dynamics control.
- Premium Components: Equipped with Cinemag transformers, custom T4 optical element, and top-grade tubes for vintage accuracy.
- Simple, Intuitive Controls: Easy-to-use gain, peak reduction, and compression/limiting mode controls.
- Wide Application: Perfect for vocals, bass, acoustic instruments, and mix bus processing.
- Handcrafted Quality: Rugged build with high-quality components for studio-grade reliability.
- Program-Dependent Release: Natural dynamics with fixed attack time and variable release based on input signal.
| Compression Element | Custom T4-style optical element |
| Circuit Type | Tube-driven optical compression |
| Gain Reduction | Up to 40 dB |
| Controls | Peak Reduction, Gain, Compress/Limit |
| Frequency Response | 15 Hz - 20 kHz (+/- 1 dB) |
| Attack Time | Fixed at 10 milliseconds |
| Release Time | 0.06 seconds (fast) to 2.4 seconds (slow) |
| Transformers | Cinemag USA input and output transformers |
| Tubes | 12AX7, 12BH7, 6P1 |
| I/O | XLR and TRS (balanced) |
| Power Supply | Internal, IEC power connection |
| Dimensions | 19" x 3.5" x 7" (2U rackmount) |
| Weight | 13.5 lbs |
Warm Audio WA-2A Optical Compressor
*Please note -- This pre-owned item may show signs of use. Please see the photos for details.
The Warm Audio WA-2A Optical Compressor is a modern re-creation of the iconic leveling amplifier revered for its smooth, natural compression and tonal warmth. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, the WA-2A retains the classic design, offering the unique characteristics of optical tube compression that have been integral to countless hit recordings. Whether you're working with vocals, bass, guitars, or other instruments, the WA-2A delivers a rich and authentic vintage sound.
| Product Name | Warm Audio WA-2A Optical Compressor |
|---|---|
| Brand | Warm Audio |
| Condition | Pre-owned |
| MPN | WA-2A |
| UPC | 638142859097 |
What's in the Box?
- Warm Audio WA-2A Leveling Amplifier
- Classic Optical Compression: Faithfully reproduces the legendary leveling amplifier's smooth dynamics control.
- Premium Components: Equipped with Cinemag transformers, custom T4 optical element, and top-grade tubes for vintage accuracy.
- Simple, Intuitive Controls: Easy-to-use gain, peak reduction, and compression/limiting mode controls.
- Wide Application: Perfect for vocals, bass, acoustic instruments, and mix bus processing.
- Handcrafted Quality: Rugged build with high-quality components for studio-grade reliability.
- Program-Dependent Release: Natural dynamics with fixed attack time and variable release based on input signal.
| Compression Element | Custom T4-style optical element |
| Circuit Type | Tube-driven optical compression |
| Gain Reduction | Up to 40 dB |
| Controls | Peak Reduction, Gain, Compress/Limit |
| Frequency Response | 15 Hz - 20 kHz (+/- 1 dB) |
| Attack Time | Fixed at 10 milliseconds |
| Release Time | 0.06 seconds (fast) to 2.4 seconds (slow) |
| Transformers | Cinemag USA input and output transformers |
| Tubes | 12AX7, 12BH7, 6P1 |
| I/O | XLR and TRS (balanced) |
| Power Supply | Internal, IEC power connection |
| Dimensions | 19" x 3.5" x 7" (2U rackmount) |
| Weight | 13.5 lbs |
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