A faithful reissue of the classic LA-3A with modern enhancements.
This reissue Universal Audio LA-3A Audio Leveler meticulously retains all the internal and external qualities of the original: the same simple control set and the T4 electro-optical attenuator--the source of the unit's program-dependent compression. It also retains the 2RU half-rack design, and comes complete with a single-unit rack assembly--no additional kit is necessary. All the original rear panel connections and controls are also maintained, while the commonly performed LA-3A gain mod is added as an additional switch for maximum studio versatility.The original LA-3A Leveling Amplifier made its debut at the 1969 NY AES show and marked a departure from the tube design of its predecessors. The LA-3A incorporated components and design concepts from the Putnam-designed 1176LN Limiting Amplifier. Immediately embraced as a studio workhorse and still widely used today, the LA-3A remains a favorite of engineers and producers worldwide for its unique compression characteristics and sonic signature.
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Universal Audio LA-3A Classic Audio Leveler Features:
- Classic solid state opto-compressorCustom transformers and T4 cellDiscrete amplifier — up to 50dB gainRear panel Gain Mod switch for gain controlDesigned by ex-UREI engineer Dennis Fink
Universal Audio LA-3A Classic Audio Leveler Specifications:
- External Connections: Jones Barrier terminals and XLR connectorsGain Reduction: up to 40dBDistortion: Less than 0.33% at +24dBmFrequency Response: 20Hz—20kHz +/- 0.5 dBNoise Floor: -80 dB below program at threshold of limitingGain: 30 +/- 1dB, 50 +/- 1dBOutput Level: +20 dBm nominalInput Level: 0dBm @ 50dB gain; +20dBm @ 30dB gainAttack: 1.5ms or lessRelease: 0.06s for 50% release
Universal Audio LA-3A Classic Audio Leveler
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