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Summit Audio TLA-50 Tube Leveling Amplifier  From Summit

Summit's Affordable Tube Compressor/Limiter.

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$899.99

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What We Think

A truly spectacular value for tube budget compression. This unit is the perfect little single channel compressor for those looking to add a nice subtle tube compression to their tracks, and don't want to drop the $2K+ per channel for a box like the LA2A. The sound quality and fidelity of the box is a pleasant surprise... totally impressive little compressor for the money, and definitely on our recommended buy list.

Summit Audio TLA-50 Tube Leveling Amplifier

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Manufacturer's Description from Summit

Thirty years of passion and experience in a compact design.

 

Ease of operation

Smooth Summit character combined with straight-forward controls make the TLA-50 a favorite in even the most high end recording facilities and live rigs.
 
 

Maximum flexibility

The TLA-50 provides a comprehensive array of inputs and outputs, allowing it to be integrated into almost any live or studio applications.
 
 

It's a family affair

The TLA-50 uses the exact same compression cell as its big brother the TLA-100A, giving you access to the same world-renowned compression sound the pros have been using for 25 years.
 
 

Really well built

The Summit Audio design philosophy considers the entire package when it comes to crafting gear. We pay special attention to the details of construction and have included many refinements over the years so units are durable enough to handle the rigors of the road. That's one of the reasons why you'll find Summit gear on tour with many of today’s top touring acts around the world.
 
 

Hand-crafted in the USA

Each piece of Summit gear is meticulously crafted by hand in our shop using only the best quality components and attention to detail. Quality components and engineering know-how are the critical element to the sound and longevity of audio gear.
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About Manufacturer

Hello and thank you for choosing Summit Audio! We have a long history of manufacturing the highest quality audio processing equipment on the planet. From microphone preamps and compressors, to digitally controlled equalizers with software control, depend on Summit Audio for the highest quality and best sounding audio equipment for your professional recording studio, post production facility, broadcast studio, or performance audio venue. All Summit Audio products are manufactured in the United States at our Northern California based headquarters and undergo strict and vigorous testing. Every piece is individually hand crafted to the highest standards using Audio Precision testing equipment.

Specifications

Size and Weight

Height: 1.75 inches (4.44 cm)
Width: 8.5 inches (21.59 cm)
Depth: 8.5 inches (21.59 cm)
Weight: 5 pounds (2.77 kg)
 

Power Configuration

Internal AC Supply
20 watts, 115, 50 or 60 Hz (USA model)
Fuse size .5 amp, slo-blo for 100/115 V
Fuse size .25 amp, slo-blo at 230 V
 

Input Impedendance

Mic: 1.5K ohms
Hi-Z: 10K-1.75M ohms
Output impedance (XLR): 150 ohms
 

Connections

Inputs: +4 dB female XLR and -10dB 1/4"
Outputs: +4 dB male XLR and 1/4" -10 dB balanced
Insert: 1/4" TRS balanced line level output
Stereo Link: 1/4" mono Jack
Side Chain: 1/4 stereo jack for balanced signal input
 

Max input level

Max input level: +20 dBu
Max output level (XLR): +25dBu
Max gain: 24dBu
 

Operating Measurements

Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz +/-1dB w/6dB compression
Signal to noise ratio: 120dB
THD + Noise: 0.05% +4dB, 3dB compression
Vacuum tubes: 12AX7A
 

Warranty

3 year limited warranty