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Warm Audio WA-2A Tube Opto Compressor

Compressor/Limiter
  • Warm Audio WA-2A Tube Opto Compressor
  • Warm Audio WA-2A Tube Opto Compressor
  • Warm Audio WA-2A Tube Opto Compressor
  • Warm Audio WA-2A Tube Opto Compressor
  • Warm Audio WA-2A Tube Opto Compressor
  • Warm Audio WA-2A Tube Opto Compressor
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Description

True to its inspiration; the WA-2A boasts an all tube, completely discrete signal path with through-hole component topology. It also features custom, large-core Cinemag input and output transformers, four premium vacuum tubes, and the legendary Kenetek opto-cell, considered by many to be the world's finest.



No plug-in or other compressor type quite compares to the warm, forgiving, fluid qualities of this classic optical tube compressor. For decades, the renowned '2A type circuit has become the go-to device for seamlessly handling vocals, bass, and a wide variety of other instruments and program material in an effortlessly smooth way.



Releasing the WA-2A would be for nothing if we couldn't make it affordable. Since the start of Warm Audio we have strived to give an unprecedented value to our customers, by putting high end audio within the reach of more people than ever before. This philosophy drives everything we do, and every product we offer. That's why the WA-2A's street price will be just $899 USD.

Welcome to the future of vintage!

Attributes

Product Dimensions
Depth 178mm
Width 483mm
Height 89mm
Compressor/Limiter attributes
Unit 1 piece(s)
Product Details
Product Number 188747
Brand Warm Audio
Series Dynamic processors
Category Compressor/Limiter
Brand Category Warm Audio - Compressors & Limiters
Relevancy rank 7 of 48
Date September 2016
Dimension
Weight 5.4kg
Box Depth 616mm
Box Width 483mm
Box Height 310mm
Gross Weight 6.2kg

Properties

- Peak Reduction - The peak reduction control on the WA-2A applies the “amount” of compression from the 2A to the signal. This is on a percentage scale with “100” equalling 100%, which is 40 dB of gain reduction.
- Output Gain - The output gain control adjusts the amount of makeup gain applied to the output signal. This is on a percentage scale with “100” equalling 100%, which is approximately 40 dB of makeup gain. Take care to monitor DAW or recording device input levels as you raise the makeup gain to avoid unwanted clipping.
- Pre Emphasis - This control adjusts the sidechain audio that directs the optical module to compress. Set all the way to the “flat line” image, the optical module responds to peaks across the full bandwidth of the audio source with no frequency filtration. As you move the control towards the “high pass line”, the WA-2A will become more responsive to high frequency transients and “disregard” some lower frequencies in applying compression.
- Stereo Link - The dedicated TRS stereo link input on the back of the WA-2A allows for quick connection between two WA-2As making stereo optical compression easy and intuitive. When linked, the linked 2As will share threshold response, so it’s important to manually match the front-panel controls, especially the output gain.

- Weight: 5.400kg
- Height: 89mm
- Width: 483mm
- Depth: 178mm

Specifications

- 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
- 5-Year Warranty
- 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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Beautiful 2A comp

Great 2A optical compressor, considering the price. Very simple to use. I use it with bass and acoustic guitars.
You need to adjust the VU meter quite often.
Great alternative to way more expensive options like UA and other brands

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