The Warm Audio WA-2A is an all-valve optical compressor that faithfully recreates the iconic 2A-style compression, known for its smooth, musical response. Featuring simple controls, premium valves, and high-quality transformers, it delivers warm, natural-sounding compression ideal for vocals, bass, and acoustic instruments. Its authentic design captures the timeless character of vintage optical compressors.
Warm Audio WA-2A Tube Optical Compressor
The Warm Audio WA-2A is a meticulously crafted, all-valve optical compressor that faithfully reproduces the classic 2A-style compression, renowned for its smooth, musical dynamics control.
Key Features:
Authentic Tube Circuitry: The Warm Audio WA-2A employs premium valve components, delivering the rich warmth and harmonic character synonymous with vintage analogue equipment.
Optical Compression: Utilising an optical attenuator, it provides gentle and forgiving compression, preserving the natural dynamics of the performance.
Simple Controls: With just two main controls—Peak Reduction and Gain—the Warm Audio WA-2A offers straightforward operation, allowing engineers to achieve desired compression levels effortlessly.
Versatile Applications: Ideal for lead vocals, acoustic instruments, bass, and orchestral recordings, it enhances a wide range of audio sources with its smooth compression characteristics.
Premium Components: Built with high-quality transformers and valves, ensuring durability and superior sound quality.
The Warm Audio WA-2A’s design stays true to the original, providing the same sought-after tonal qualities that have made the 2A-style compressor a studio staple for decades.
Specifications
Input impedance: 600 ohms, Bridges-T control (floating)
Frequency response: ±1 dB, 15 Hz to 20 kHz
Gain: 40 dB ±1 dB
Input level: +16 dB maximum
Output level: +10 dB nominal, +16 dB maximum
Distortion: Less than 0.1% THD at ±10 dBm
Noise: -74 dB
Attack time: 10 milliseconds
Release time: 0.06 seconds for 50% release, 0.5 to 5 seconds for complete release