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Summit Audio TLA-50 - Tube Leveling Amplifier
The TLA-50 Tube Leveling Amplifier is a single channel, tube based compressor that will add warmth to any signal. Whether for live or studio work, the unit helps make a track fit in a mix. Anything but sterile, the TLA-50 imparts a flattering tone on anything passing through it.
With +4dBu and -10dBV inputs and outputs, the unit interfaces into any studio with ease utilizing automatic level matching. Additional features include side chain access, stereo linking with another TLA-50, switchable attack and release times, fully adjustable gain and gain reduction controls and accurate VU metering with overload indication.
Housed in a compact 1U half rack chassis with internal power supply, the TLA-50 provides traditional Summit Audio sonic quality at an affordable price.
- Very musical sounding and easy to use single channel tube compressor
- Perfect for tracking and mixing vocals, bass, guitar amps and kick drum
- Continuously variable gain and gain reduction controls
- Three position attack and release settings
- Automatic level matching for interfacing -10dBV and +4dBu devices
- Side chain access
- Stereo linkable with another TLA-50
- VU metering of input level or gain reduction
- Overload indication
| Function | Soft knee tube compressor |
| Number of Channels | Single |
| Inputs | 1 x XLR-1/4" TRS combo |
| Outputs |
1 x XLR 1 x 1/4" TRS phone |
| Maximum Input Level | +25dBu |
| Compression Threshold | Program dependent |
| Compression Ratio | Program dependent |
| Attack Time | Fast, Medium, Slow ranges, program dependent |
| Release Time | Fast, Medium, Slow ranges, program dependent |
| Gate Threshold | Not applicable |
| Gate Rate | Not applicable |
| Maximum Output Level | +25dB |
| Make-up Gain | 20dB |
| Frequency Response | 10Hz to 50kHz |
| Dynamic Range | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Noise | -90dB |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 9 1/2" x 8" x 1 3/4" |
| Specialties | VU with overload, output or gain reduction indication |
Cables
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- Original: $14.99
- Save: $1.50
- Price: $13.49
Rack Accessories
- Price: $59.99
This is a special order item and is non-cancelable and non-returnable. Est. arrival at B&H is 7-14 days (subject to availability). Your order will be charged at time of shipment.
What's in the Box
- AC Power Cable
- Three (3) Year Warranty
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