Universal Audio Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveling Amplifier

*Special Order

“It’s very hard to go wrong with an LA-2A. It just has that sound.” – Peter Katis (The National, Interpol, Jónsi)

“The reissue sounds just as good, I swear, and has become a daily-used tool at my studio. Vocals are reigned in without getting all squashed, bass evens out in the nicest way, guitars sound fuller..” – Larry Crane, Tape Op

“It’s easy to dial in great sounds with the LA-2A. Operation is so straightforward you’d have to be in a coma to get stumped. The LA-2A’s uniquely transparent processing makes it incredibly effective for treating vocals. When you need to warm up a piercing or thin vocal and smooth its uneven dynamics, the LA-2A can work miracles. It also sounds awesome on bass guitar and, for a certain type of sound, on kick drum. And did I mention that it looks beautiful, too? If I were a mutant, I’d give the LA-2A three thumbs up!” – Michael Cooper, Mix Magazine

True to the original design, UA’s famed tube-amplified T4 electro-optical compressor.

Now You Can:

• Dial-in legendary optical tube compression textures for vocals, bass, drums, and more
• Easily add iconic warmth and tube limiting with simple, easy-to-use controls
• Record your tracks through vintage UA, “handmade in the USA,” circuits
• Track and mix with a piece of audio recording history

The Teletronix Story

Teletronix founder Jim Lawrence first used photocells for controlling audio gain in the early 1960s. His ingenious optical compression design was a technological breakthrough, far surpassing the stability and transparency of earlier circuits. Universal Audio founder M.T. ”Bill” Putnam later purchased this patented technology, continuing to manufacture the LA-2A for years to come.

The Real Deal

Key Features

True to the original in design, manufacturing and performance
Lag free, distortion free optical attenuator system
Distortion less than 0.5% THD
0 to 40 dB gain limiting
Balanced stereo interconnection
Frequency response 1 dB, 30 to 15,000 cps
Output level of 10 dBm and 40 dB gain
Low noise – less than 70 dB below ±10 dBm output

Technical Specifications

Input Impedance
50, 150, 250, 600 ohms

Output Load Impedance
50, 150, 250, 600 ohms

External Connections
Jones Barrier terminals and XLR connectors

Frequency Response
+0/-1 dB 30 Hz to 15kHz

Gain
40 dB ±1dB

Input Level
+16 dB maximum

Output Level
+10 dB nominal, +16 dB maximum

Distortion
Less than 0.5% THD (0.25% typical) at ±10 dBm

Noise
70 dB below +10 dBm output level

Attack Time
10 microseconds

Release Time
0.06 seconds for 50% release; 0.5 to 5 seconds for complete release

Meter
dB gain reduction and dB output

Power Requirements
35 watts, 120/240 volts, 50/60 Hz

Dimensions
19″ Rackmount chassis, 3U

Weight
5.9 kg

 * A “Special Order” is a product that we normally do not keep in stock. We order it from the manufacturer as soon as you order from us. We are the exclusive distributor for Universal Audio, so we can get your special order to you fast, in about 1-2 weeks. Remember that special orders are non-cancelable, so make sure the item you are ordering is correct. Call us at +65 63388657 if you need assistance.

*Due to the disruptions caused by the pandemic and the ongoing shipping congestion, delays may be possible.