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(B-Stock) WA-2A Optical Compressor

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(B-Stock) WA-2A Optical Compressor

Specifications

Product features

19-inch rack size
2U
Number of channels
1
Complete
Yes
Sustainable product
Not specified
Original packaging
Damaged
Condition of product
Traces of use (no damage/scratches)
Stereo function
No
Type of dynamic processor
Compressor

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight
4,9 kg
Dimensions
59,0 x 27,0 x 14,0 cm

Product specifications

  • Warm Audio WA-2A optical compressor
  • 2A-style, transformer weight, high voltage, opto (light-controlled) tube compressor
  • fully discrete signal path
  • USA-made CineMag in and output transformers
  • USA-made Kenetek opto-damper custom-made for retro-fitting opto cells
  • first-class Tung-Sol and Electro Harmonix tubes: 2 x 12ax7, 1 x 12bh7, 1 x 6aq5 (can be replaced by a 6p1)
  • adjustable pre-emphasis for high-pass filtering
  • stereo link capable
  • balanced XLR and TRS line inputs: 600 Ohms
  • balanced XLR and TRS line outputs: 600 Ohms
  • frequency range (-1 dB): 15 Hz to 20 kHz
  • gain: 40 dB (+/- 1dB
  • input level: +/- 16dB max
  • output level: +10 dB nominal, +/- 16 dB max
  • distortion: less than 0.1% THD at +/- 10 dBm
  • noise: -74 dB
  • attack time: -10 milliseconds
  • release time: 0.06 seconds, at 50% release; 0.5 to 5 seconds before complete release
  • VU meters for gain reduction and dB output
  • power: 115/230V (switchable), 50/60 Hz
  • dimensions: 19 inch rackmount chassis, 2U. 19 x 7 x 3.5 inch / 48.3 x 17.8 x 8.9 cm
  • weight: 5.4 kg
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Specifications

Product features

19-inch rack size
2U
Number of channels
1
Complete
Yes
Sustainable product
Not specified
Original packaging
Damaged
Condition of product
Traces of use (no damage/scratches)
Stereo function
No
Type of dynamic processor
Compressor

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight
4,9 kg
Dimensions
59,0 x 27,0 x 14,0 cm

Product specifications

  • Warm Audio WA-2A optical compressor
  • 2A-style, transformer weight, high voltage, opto (light-controlled) tube compressor
  • fully discrete signal path
  • USA-made CineMag in and output transformers
  • USA-made Kenetek opto-damper custom-made for retro-fitting opto cells
  • first-class Tung-Sol and Electro Harmonix tubes: 2 x 12ax7, 1 x 12bh7, 1 x 6aq5 (can be replaced by a 6p1)
  • adjustable pre-emphasis for high-pass filtering
  • stereo link capable
  • balanced XLR and TRS line inputs: 600 Ohms
  • balanced XLR and TRS line outputs: 600 Ohms
  • frequency range (-1 dB): 15 Hz to 20 kHz
  • gain: 40 dB (+/- 1dB
  • input level: +/- 16dB max
  • output level: +10 dB nominal, +/- 16 dB max
  • distortion: less than 0.1% THD at +/- 10 dBm
  • noise: -74 dB
  • attack time: -10 milliseconds
  • release time: 0.06 seconds, at 50% release; 0.5 to 5 seconds before complete release
  • VU meters for gain reduction and dB output
  • power: 115/230V (switchable), 50/60 Hz
  • dimensions: 19 inch rackmount chassis, 2U. 19 x 7 x 3.5 inch / 48.3 x 17.8 x 8.9 cm
  • weight: 5.4 kg
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B-stock information

Warranty
This product comes with a 3-year warranty.
Complete
Yes
Original packaging
Damaged
Condition of product
Traces of use (no damage/scratches)

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Original packaging

Packaging in good condition: undamaged (sticky tape residue may be visible)
Packaging damaged: box has dents, tears and/or holes
Packaging missing: replaced with a Bax Music box

State of product:

New: the product itself is new, but the packaging may not look new
Signs of use (no damage or scratches): smudges, fingerprints and/or dust
Scratches/damage: product has scratches and/or damage

Can I return a B-stock product?

Yes! Our 30-Day Trial Period also applies to B-stock products.

Do B-stock products come with a warranty?

Yes! Our usual Bax Music warranty also applies to most B-stock products.

Product information

Product no: 5000-0027-8267

General

If you've been dreaming of an optical compressor for a while now, but have been putting off getting one because your budget is stretched a little too thin, Warm Audio now offer the perfect opportunity to get your hands on one. The WA-2A is developed in the same way as the LA-2A, which means it's a fully tube-driven compressor with a completely discrete signal path for warm, accurate sound with a character that's as smooth as honey. The WA-2A features praised CineMag input and output transformers while its Kenetek opto-cell is considered the world's best. This first-class compressor gives the original LA-2A a serious run for its money but is actually more attainable. It's time to stop dreaming and give your sound the analogue warmth it deserves.

Bax Music Warranty This product comes with a 3-year warranty.

Reviews (2)

4.0
2 reviews

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Reviews from other countries

4 / 5

Warm Audio WA-2A Optical Compressor

Aangeschaft als lloon voor de LA-2A. Inmideels ook een echte Teletronix LA-2A in mijn bezt en ik moet zeggen dat er toch een groot verschil is. Dat wil niet zeggen dat deze compressor waardeloos is, integendeel hij is geweldig maar ik gebruik hem(heel veel) voor zijneigen sound. Hij klinkt geweldig en de pre emphasis knop geef5 echt een extra dimensie. Aanrader maar niet voor de LA-2A adepten....
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This review was automatically translated from Dutch.
4 / 5

Warm Audio WA-2A Optical Compressor

Heerlijke compressor! Met zang is hij uitraard heerlijk, maar ook met sax waar ik hem hoofdzakelijk voor gebruik. Lekkere zompige attack waar ik erg van houd. Als je alleen de audio zonder te compressen door het circuit haalt, wordt het singaal al zoveel warmer. Heerlijk!



Enige minpuntje is dat de pre amphisis knop aan de achterkant zit. Zeker als je er regelmatig verschillende instrumenten door haalt wil je hier makkelijk bij kunnen.



Voor de rest, top apparaat!
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This review was automatically translated from Dutch.

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