Klark Teknik 2A-KT

Name: 2A-KT
Brand: Klark Teknik
SKU: 353345
Price: 327.00 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

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What you need to know

Tube optical compression inspired by the legendary LA-2A for silky vocals and bass, featuring a fully discrete signal path.
Custom Midas transformers and selected 12AX7, 12BH7, EL84 tubes for musical coloration and generous headroom.
Modern control with adjustable stereo-link, variable pre-emphasis, and vintage-style meter.
Pro reliability thanks to a robust 2U rack chassis, symmetrical Neutrik XLR connectors, and universal power supply, designed and manufactured in the UK.

2A-KT

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In the Tradition of Great Studio Opto Compressors

Designed as a "leveling amplifier" in the style of the 1960s classics, the 2A-KT carefully shapes dynamics with immediate musicality. The electroluminescent optical cell reproduces the signature of the original while benefiting from a modern, discrete, and silent architecture for uncompromising integration into modern studios.

Who and What Is It For?

Ideal for vocal and bass tracking, it provides natural control and analog density right from recording. In mixing, the adjustable stereo-link allows gluing a pair of synths, guitars, or an instrument bus. The variable pre-emphasis proves valuable with digital sources and broadcast transmission to preserve high frequencies while maintaining a high perceived level.

What Makes the Difference Daily

The 2A-KT combines the smoothness of the opto with a 10 ms attack and a program-dependent release from 50 ms to 5 s, following the music without pumping. The Midas transformers shape a solid low end and silky highs, while the universal switching power supply guarantees stability and silence on all stages. The retro meter displays either gain reduction or output, facilitating recalls and consistency between takes.

Technical specifications

Frequency response	10 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 1 dB	Ultra-fast attack time	10 milliseconds
Gain reduction	0 to 30 dB	Release time	50 milliseconds to 5 seconds

Customer reviews

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david02/02/2026

Starting out in hardware, I therefore equipped my home studio with this compressor with which I mainly record acoustic voices and instrumentals, (I have in front of an SPL Golmike preamp that fits into an Audient ID 14 interface).
The handling of this compressor is very intuitive and it is very easy to obtain a result quickly (no pumping effect) with the 2A-KT.
To go further, it will of course always be possible, later, to associate it with a faster comp at the attack/release level to deal with certain instruments, but as far as I am concerned for the moment this machine suits me perfectly for the use that I can make of it and especially (the nerve of war!) for the price, totally affordable.
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Questions frequently asked

Is the Klark Teknik 2A-KT suitable for vocal recording?

Its electroluminescent optical cell provides natural dynamic control on vocals. The attack time of 10 ms and program-dependent release ranging from 50 ms to 5 s follow the nuances of the performance. The Midas transformers contribute to a sound with solid lows and smooth highs.

Can this compressor be used on a bass?

This model is recommended for bass recording, featuring an adjustable gain reduction from 0 to 30 dB.

How does the 2A-KT stereo linking work?

An adjustable stereo link allows processing a pair of synths, guitars, or an instrument bus together. This setting helps maintain dynamic consistency between the two channels.

What is the compressor's release time range?

The release time varies from 50 milliseconds to 5 seconds depending on the musical program. This range allows adaptation to short sources as well as sustained notes.