5060 Preset Valve Compressor Joins TL Audio's Ivory 2 Series
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January 27, 2004
TL Audio has announced the new 5060 Preset Valve Compressor, which
is the latest addition to their Ivory 2 series.
The 5060 couples a dual channel compressor with a discrete
mic preamp, plus stereo line and instrument inputs. The compressor stage
features a selection of 15 vocal, instrument and mix presets plus a
'manual' mode that allows access to fully variable control of threshold,
ratio, attack/release, gain make-up and soft/hard knee modes.
The 5060 can be operated in mono or linked stereo modes, making the 5060
equally powerful for both mono/stereo tracking and final stereo mix
processing. The preamp stage offers a total gain range of 100dB, with
48V phantom power and a 90Hz low cut filter. A single illuminated VU
meter monitors the output level or the compressor gain reduction for
both channels, with Drive and Peak LEDs providing a visual indication of
valve drive and clipping respectively. Both balanced and unbalanced line
outputs are provided which can be used simultaneously.
A 'Fat EQ' contour switch is provided in the output stage, which
provides a subtle lift to the LF and HF response of the 5060, while
dipping the mid range. This adds extra weight and presence to the signal
without affecting the overall output level. The optional DO-2 digital
output card allows 24-bit A to D conversion via a coaxial SPDIF output,
with selectable 44.1 or 48 kHz sample rates and an external word clock
connection.
Like all other TL Audio compressors, the gain control element of the
5060 compressor stage is based around a special transconductance
amplifier, which avoids the use of VCAs and helps contribute to the
smooth, open sound of the unit, along with the dual triode 12AX7 valve
stage that lies at the heart of each channel signal path.
For more information, visit their web site at www.tlaudio.co.uk. | 
