{"product_id":"retro-instruments-sta-level-tube-compressor-000402-used","title":"Retro Instruments Sta-Level Tube Compressor #000402 (Used)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRetro Instruments Sta-Level Tube Compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e is a recreation of the legendary 1956 Gates Sta-Level. The Sta-Level dominated the sound of hit radio in the 1960’s. Now these super musical sounding compressors have found their way into today’s hits. The Retro Gold Edition celebrates fifty years of the products existence. The Retro Sta-Level improves on the original with six settings of recovery (release) time and three different modes of operation. Single is super smooth for bass tracks. Double is perfect for most every source you throw at it. The Triple mode allows the Sta-Level to clamp down on fast transient waveforms while still retaining great musicality. These new adjustments give you wide flexibility to find the perfect dynamics control for your specific application.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_0\"\u003eORIGIN\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe Sta-Level utilizes a novel program controlled release circuit. The Sta-Level implementation creates density and consistency while minimizing typical compressor side-effects at up to 40  dB of gain reduction! The program path is transformer balanced throughout to cancel control-induced distortion. Push pull circuitry with 6V6 output stage provides wide voltage swing for gain control and line output. The result is that the Sta-Level brings a uniquely familiar intimacy, air and warmth to your tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_1\"\u003eREVISIONS FROM ORIGINAL:\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTube balance can be instantly aligned without test equipment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUses a pair of easily-obtainable 6BA6 gain reduction tubes. The 6386 socket is still provided\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTwo or more Sta-Levels can be coupled together for stereo, surround or sidechain operation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eXLR transformer balanced input and output\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIEC Power Connector\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHand matched audiophile-grade coupling capacitors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHigh quality, custom wound transformers used throughout\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInternal component safety cover\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_2\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGain Reduction Threshold: Continuously adjustable from +24  dBm to -20  dBm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAvailable Gain Reduction: 40  dB\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTotal System Gain: 35  dB (with standard input and output pads)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDistortion: 1 percent or less from 0-30   dB gain reduction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: ± .25  dB from 20-20,000 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNoise: -70  dB or better referenced to gain reduction threshold\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOutput Level: Continuously adjustable from -40   dBm to +18   dBm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInput Impedance: Accepts low impedance active or transformer balanced 0-600 Ohms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOutput Impedance: 600 Ohm transformer balanced, terminated and resistive pad coupled\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTube Complement: 2-6BA6, 1-12AT7, 2-6V6GT, 1-6AL5, 1-OB2, 1-5Y3GT\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePower Requirements: Three prong IEC - Switchable 115-230 VAC - 50\/60 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMounting Requirements: 3U metal rack 5.25\" high, 19\" wide, 8\" deep\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Retro Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44451188113511,"sku":"460006","price":2395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/retro-instruments-sta-level-tube-compressor-000402-used_460006_1.jpg?v=1787096196","url":"https:\/\/vintageking.com\/products\/retro-instruments-sta-level-tube-compressor-000402-used","provider":"Vintage King","version":"1.0","type":"link"}