Golden Age Audio COMP-3A Jr

Golden Age Project offers with the Comp-3A Jr a vintage style 1-channel compressor, which is not only easy to use, but also gets the best out of the incoming signal in terms of sound. The sound benefits from the interaction of the built-in components, all of which work discretely (resistor body, capacitor, diodes, transistor) and also the various input and output transformers that have been optimized for their purposes. This combination of components corresponds to the design of older audio hardware and not to the integrated circuits, which are significantly cheaper and do not always produce the desired results - compared to vintage compressors/EQs, etc. - deliver. In addition, there is an integrated optocoupler with its own sound characteristics of compression for gain control. And with just two controls, 5 switches and an LED VU display, excellent results can be achieved in just a few simple steps.

Golden Age Project Comp-3A JR Overview

• Vintage Style Compressor, 1 Channel
• no integrated circuits in the main audio path
• Symmetrical inputs and outputs with various transformers
• max. output level: 25 dBu
• integrated optocoupler for gain control
• Fastest attack time is about 1ms
• intuitive operation
• 3 TIME switch positions for different attack and release times
• LED Metering shows either output Level or Gain Reduction
• hardwire bypass switch for easy comparison
• XLR and jack input/outputs
• Link Jack to connect to another unit for stereo application
• All external controls are located on the front panel
• external power supply to avoid negative interferences in the device
• compact format, up to 4 Unites fit into 19" rack kit UNITE MKII (optional)
• Durability due to robust, solid housing