Summit Audio TLA-100A Compressor/Limiter

Tube Leveling Amplifier with Solid-State Stability!

 

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The Summit Audio TLA-100A compressor/limiter has been a staple of studios and live rigs since the '80s. Why? The TLA-100A was the original set-and-forget compressor, and an easy to use unit. The hybrid solid state and tube technology produces smooth sounding and warm compression without the disadvantages of older designs. After more than a quarter of a century later the TLA-100A is still regarded as an industry standard.

Summit Audio TLA-100A Compressor/Limiter at a Glance:

• Set-and-forget compressor
• Hybrid technology
• Made in the USA

Set-and-forget compressor

Introduced in the 1980s, the Summit Audio TLA-100A became regarded as one of the easiest compressors to use. The smooth program-dependent nature of the TLA-100A works with your signal to give optimal performance without having to constantly babysit the compressor, making it the set-and-forget compressor. This allows the focus to be on the performance instead of watching and tweaking gear.

Hybrid technology

The mix of solid state and tube technology makes the Summit Audio TLA-100A stand out from the crowd. The TLA-100A is renowned for its warm, smooth sound, while maintaining lightning-fast attack times which made it a staple for vocals, bass, drums, and guitar in the music industry.

Made in the USA

Every Summit Audio TLA-100A compressor/limiter product is made in the USA. Each unit is hand assembled using premium components and great attention to detail. The Summit Audio TLA-100A is built to last.

Summit Audio TLA-100A Compressor/Limiter Features:

• Hybrid tube and solid state technology
• Side chain
• Easy to use
• "Soft Knee" characteristic
• Transformerless signal path
• Balanced I/O
• Hand crafted in the USA

Add an easy to use compressor and studio legend to your rig with the Summit Audio TLA-100A.