Introduction
The Retro Sta-Level is a replica 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 Sta-Level
uses the coveted 6386 tube in a classic G.E. circuit design. Alternatively, the
Gold Edition Sta-Level uses a pair of commonly available 6BJ6 tubes (stock). The
customer has the choice to use their own 6386 they provide or the 6BJ6 provided
with the purchase of the unit. The choice is yours and the sound is undeniably
true to the original either way.
Origin
The original 6386 compressor developed by G.E., utilized a novel program
controlled release circuit. The Sta-Level implementation creates density and
consistency while minimizing typical compressor side-effects at up to 40dB 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.
Revisions
Revisions to the original design include; Tube balance can be instantly
aligned without test equipment; Uses 6386 tube or a pair of 6BJ6 tubes; Two or
more Sta-Levels can be coupled together for stereo, surround or sidechain
operation; XLR transformer balanced input and output; IEC Power Connector; Hand
matched audiophile-grade coupling capacitors; High quality, custom wound
transformers used throughout; Internal component safety cover.
Specifications
* Gain Reduction Threshold: Continuously adjustable from +24dBm to -20dBm
* Available Gain Reduction: 40dB
* Total System Gain: 35dB (with
standard input and output pads)
* Distortion: 1 percent or less from 0-30 dB
gain reduction
* Frequency Response: ± .25dB from 20-20,000 Hz
* Noise:
-70dB or better referenced to gain reduction threshold
* Output Level:
Continuously adjustable from -40 dBm to +18 dBm
* Input Impedance: Accepts
low impedance active or transformer balanced 0-600 Ohms
* Output Impedance:
600 Ohm transformer balanced, terminated and resistive pad coupled
* Tube
Complement: 2-6BJ6), 1-12AT7, 2-6V6GT, 1-6AL5, 1-OB2, 1-5Y3
* Power
Requirements: Three prong IEC - Switchable 115-230 VAC - 50/60 Hz
* Mounting
Requirements: 3U metal rack 5.25" high, 19" wide, 8" deep
Angaben zur Produktsicherheit
Herstellerinformationen:
Retro Instruments
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