White 2A Leveling Amplifier
by IK Multimedia · Compressor · Opto compressor
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A model of the LA-2A-style optical leveling amplifier.
Best for: Vocals, Bass, Guitars. Genres: all genres.
Keywords: opto, vocals, bass, inspired by, hardware emulation, tube, 60s, electric guitar, enhancement, mixing, single-band, smooth, vintage.
What it does
White 2A is an optical tube leveling amplifier in the style of the LA-2A.
- Controls: peak reduction and gain, as on the original.
- Sound: T4A-style optical element for smooth compression, plus a tube output stage that adds harmonics.
- Use: IK suggests vocals for consistent level and presence, and bass for control with light saturation.
- Included in: T-RackS 6 Pro and Max and Total Studio 5 Pro and Max.
Source: IK Multimedia product page
When to use it
White 2A is a simple opto leveler for vocals, bass and guitars. It is an alternative to the rated Waves CLA-2A and Universal Audio's Teletronix LA-2A collection, with a smaller price bar if you already own T-RackS. Suits pop, rock, R&B and singer-songwriter vocals.
Where to buy
- IK Multimedia: $79.99
- AudioDeluxe: $79.99
- Best Service: $93.13
- Plugin Boutique: $99.99
Tutorials and reviews
- Announcing the New White 2A Leveling Amplifier T-RackS Single
- IK Multimedia White 2A-Revisión en Español-
- DIY LA2A vs. T-RACKS WHITE 2A
- should you use serial compression? featuring @ikmultimedia White 2A and Black 76
- T-RackS 3 Singles Black 76 Limiting Amplifier and White 2A Leveling Amplifier Trailer
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