Though the t4 cell makes the la2a shine, the overall transformer and tube amplifier design of the la2a also plays a huge part in its longevity and popularity. Teletronix la2a just adding this baby for posterity originaly from teletronix, they eventualy were bought by universal audio the original was discontinued and now you can get a. We are working on the final design and feature layout and cannot wait to have it ready for you. Still built today by universal audio, the la2a is a handwired optical tube compressor, arguably the best one. For connection of the controllers into a simatic s7 environment under profibus profinet various functions and logic arrays as well as examples are available for free download. Teletronix la2 not la2a anyone here used, heard or better yet owns, an la2 and yes, i am talking about the original one that came out just before the la2a. The original teletronix la3a made its debut in 1969, instead of using tube design like the la2a, it was solidstate instead, which had faster attack and release. Automatic gain reduction is accomplished by the use of an electrooptical variable. Universal audio studied not just the sound, but how each and every component.
Though there have been reissues of the la2a, very little has changed from the original design, which is a testament to its reliability and linear response. The la2a is an optical compressoras you know, compressors all employ detection and control circuits to determine when signals cross threshold and apply the appropriate gain reduction. A lot of people worked very hard to create the ca2a, so hopefully the small amount of time it will. A history of the teletronix la2a leveling amplifier. I have an option on one and will have to buy it blind as such, along with all the obvious caveats of questionable condition and whether or not this particular unit can even be. Teletronix tlm 21703 general purpose high speed this is the hardware version of the teletronix uad classics range la2a. Teletronix la2a, studio compressor from universal audio in the la2a series.
The la3a solid state leveling amplifier is the solid state successor to the well known teletronix la2a. Teletronix la2a leveling amplifier plugin fur uad2. Cakewalk has made the ca2a their emulation of the legendary teletronix la2a leveling amplifier available as a free download via their free command center software, also available on their website. Teletronix for sale in uk 5 secondhand teletronixs. That is, until engineers began to miss the slow, unique compression of the la2a and prices for used units started to climb. Preamps by seventh circle audio, 1176, la2a, fairchild, pultec and classic tube gear. The teletronix la2a leveler collection puts three of the most coveted incarnations of the iconic teletronix processor at your fingertips. Recproaudio pro audio equipment diy recording gear. Its not completely ready yet but we are excited that it really has come together so well and better than we had hoped. Model la2a leveling amplifier universal audio, inc.
Cakewalks ca2a leveling amplifier free for a limited. Uad teletronix la2a legacy by universal audio splice. The la2a uses a t4 optical attenuatorthis is made up of an electroluminescent panel an internal light, basically, coupled with a photoresistor. The teletronix la2a is a classic tube compressor designed in the late 50s for and built under different manufacturers names over the years. Like the hardware, the la2a silver, la2a gray, and la2 models offer distinct variations in time constants, compression knee, headroom, distortion, program and frequency dependence, and more. The best gear advice always comes from those who use it the most. The unique characteristics of the t4a electrooptical attenuator have been maintained. With its unique tubedriven electrooptical attenuator system that allows instantaneous gain reduction with no increase in harmonic distortion, the la2a massages signals like no other compressor ever made. This build based upon my la2a layout derived from the original universal audio teletronix 1968 la2a schematic is an accurate representation of the late 60s original, as well as the current reissue. We are a leading name in all types of electronics repair and are able to quickly diagnose and fix any problem. Teletronics ezbackhaul system teletronics international today is pleased to announce a new long distance wireless system, the teletronics ezbackhaul system, or simply the ezb. The teletronix la2a leveling amplifier rivals only the universal audio 1176 as one of the most revered compressors ever created.
In the sector software we will supply you with the uptodate the firmware for servo controllers. The la2a leveling amplifier is an audio compressor invented by james f. In this chapter, were going to look at three differentcompressors that arent part of the core bundle,that you can purchase separately. Lawrence ii, founder of the teletronix engineering company in pasadena, california in the early 1960s. With its gentle, program dependent optical compression and meticulously designed tube amplifier, the la2a is the goto compressor for professional mixers around the world especially for vocals. The original optoelectrical attenuator circuit is responsible for the sound embracing the tracks of many classic recordings in circulation today. La2a leveling amplifier by universal audio dynamics. Here you can find schematics, wiring layouts, parts lists, chassis templates, photos and mp3 samples related to building your own classic recording studio equipment including the pultec eqp1a program equalizer, teletronix la2a compressor, mc76 urei 1176 limiter kit, fender tweed deluxe 5e3 amplifier and more. La2a hardware vs plugin 26th october 2015 on this video we compare the real teletronix la2a universal audio compressor to one of the most popular software versions. This compressor is completely hand built and its design has remained pretty much the same for more than half a century.
The world is on the cusp of another technological revolution. Classic clones of the best studio hardware in the history of audio recording. Modern lost angel is a free la2a compressor clone plugin. I thought i found the perfect la2a clone in the ca2a, but the price and restrictive license made it impossible to purchase. Teletronix la2a classic leveling amplifier universal audio. Teletronix was sold to babcock electronics of costa mesa, california in 1965. Last month we reported that mike pildis, creator of the sb4000 buss comp. For over 50 years the teletronix la2a has been revered for its smooth, natural, musical compression. Teletronix la2a leveler collection uad audio plugins. Cakewalk verschenkt ca2a teletronix la2a kompressor. Universal audios teletronix la2a hardware compressor. Keep an eye on our website and this facebook page for a release date in the coming few months. Each model offers a slightly different take on the. This is classic optocompressor, which uses electroluminescent panel and photoresistors to provide gain reduction.
Find great deals on ebay for teletronix la2a and urei 1176. Teletronix la2a history and how it works recording forums. View and download teletronix la2a instruction manual online. Vintage teletronix la2a compressor harman electronics serial 031. The original teletronix la3a made its debutin 1969, instead of using tube designlike the la2a, it was solidstate instead,which had faster attack and releasecharacteristics that were noticeably. It might be a great 1176, maybe the most realistic i wouldnt know, but to me it is a compressor i would use next. Major technological breakthroughs are happening all over the world, and this information is free and readily available on the internet. Buy universal audio teletronix la2a classic leveling amplifier exacting recreation of original la2a hardware unit featuring true to original, pointtopoint hand wired, t4 electrooptical attenuator, instantaneous gain reduction with no hd, tubedriven, handbuilt in usa. One of the key growth areas in music software over the last decade has been the market for emulations of classic hardware.
The teletronix leveling amplifier will automatically reduce audio peaks which might. And finally the number one spot goes to a piece of outboard that has surely graced more hit records than any other. The teletronix la2a the la2a leveling amplifier is an audio gain reduction device, invented by james f. And by emulations, we really mean painstakingly accurate modelling of. Universal audio la2a optical compressorlimiter vintage. The teletronix la2a leveling amplifier is practically the definition of vintage audio gear. May 57, convention center at lightfare 2009 new york intelligent led street light led street light is. Much later i played around with the slate 1176 in vmr, but while i like how it sounds, it lacks the versatility of the uad and ik 1176.
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