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JLM LA500A 500 Series Compressor / Limiter - Used From Other
Single space 500 series Optical Compressor / Limiter (based on Teletronix LA-2A & LA-3A)
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What We Think
Very smooth response, quite similar to the LA-2A, but with a more solid state sound, like an LA-3A.
Manufacturer's Description from Other
The LA500A Opto compressor is our MAC comp in a API500 & 51X series format. It is a full ground-up redesign of the LA3A/LA2A type compressor with several extra features.
We have kept all the audio oddities of the side chain to keep the compression signature and extreme compression depth but added extra ratio of 5:1 to 10:1 and side chain HPF switching FLAT, 100Hz & 200Hz so the low end can be fully compressed or removed from the side chain to let the low end breath and make it easy to balance the compressed sound.
The audio path has been fully redesigned for better signal to noise and headroom while still having a clarity and warmth so that it is at home tracking anything or paired on stereo buss duty.
The LA500 is made so even at extreme settings is it hard to make the comp sound anything but fantastic.
Features:
- NEW Pull threshold pot for slow attack with orange led on front panel
- NEW Pull Makeup pot for stereo linking of compressors with blue led on front panel
- 51X and 500 compatible with 51X pins cut off. LA500 fits all 500 and 51X racks and lunchboxes.
- 3 x PCB's have all parts values directly on overlay for fast building.
- Large 34mm white LED backlight GR/VU meter.
- Hard relay bypass when comp power off or switched to LA OFF.
- Meter switchable Gain Reduction / LA OFF (meter led off) / VU by toggle switch
- Electronic balanced input to handle extreme input levels without distortion.
- Large 32mm chicken head input level control for easy setting of compression level.
- Large 32mm Makeup level pot with 0 to 20dB of gain.
- Ratio switchable 3:1, 5:1 & 10:1 by toggle switch
- SideChain High Pass Filter switchable FLAT, 100Hz, 200Hz.
- Huge output transformer (same size as Neve LO1166).
- Internal jumper for output ground lift.
- Double sided Gold plated rear edge connector.
- 3mm black anodised laser cut, vertical linished with white lasered on text for long lasting zero wear finish.
- Mix buss output on pin 11 for Radial Workhorse rack
About Manufacturer
Here at Sound Pure we hand-select used and vintage pieces of gear for our inventory. Our used selection always reflects the high standards of quality and craftsmanship that we expect from all of our manufacturers. We are a small team of dedicated experts, located in Durham, NC. We buy, trade, and consign instruments that we truly believe in. Because of this, we have developed a reputation of quality and trust with our customers, located all over the world. Our best customers are the ones that truly understand our personal touch and commitment to everything we sell, and range from hobbyists and enthusiasts to some of the biggest names in the business. Our passion bridges the products we love with the real relationships we develop with our customer - whether they are a lifelong musician, or they are just getting started on their musical journey but care about value, quality, and being treated right.
We vigorously test everything we take in to ensure authenticity, functionality, and reliability. We are supported by one of the most well-respected luthiers in the Southeast, guaranteeing products that come in are thoroughly vetted, and that products that go out our in premium, performance- ready shape. We are so confident in our ability to provide the highest quality music equipment in the industry, we even invented our “Try Before You Buy” program where we can ship out a product before collecting actual payment.
Sound Pure's inventory is constantly changing, ever-evolving, with some items sold before reaching the website. Looking for something specific? Have questions about this product's condition or history? Want more photos, or to simply chat with an expert who's had his hands on this actual piece of gear? It is truly our pleasure to talk with our customers, please do contact us now.
Specifications
- Max Input level +28dBu @ 1kHz
- Max Output +28dBu into 10k load @ 1kHz
- Max Output +24dBu into 600ohm load @ 1kHz
- Input Impedance 20kohm
- Output Impedance 150ohm
- 500 series +/-16vdc @ 55mA idle, 65mA at +28dBu into 600ohm load, 75mA clipping into 600ohm load
- 51X series +/-24vdc @ 75mA idle, 85mA at +28dBu into 600ohm load, 95mA clipping into 600ohm load
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