Universal Audio UAFX LA-2A Studio Compressor
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A Studio Classic Transposed into Pedal Format
The Teletronix LA-2A has established itself as a studio reference thanks to its unique optical behavior: a smooth, progressive gain reduction that respects the musicality and dynamics of the performance. With the UAFX Teletronix LA-2A Studio Compressor, Universal Audio brings this "console and rack" spirit into a compact pedal designed for guitar, bass, and keyboards, with special attention paid to the vintage circuit character (transformers, tubes, and T4 optical cell) to recapture that sense of depth and dimension.Who Is It For, and In Which Styles?
This pedal is aimed at musicians seeking high-end compression without falling into the "squashed" effect. On clean tones, it adds smoothness, stability, and better level control for funk, pop, country, and jazz. In rock and blues, it highlights pick attack, extends sustain, and helps leads stay present in the mix. On bass, it evens out dynamics while preserving body, and on synths, it smooths peaks and adds a very "record-like" density.Live, it secures level variations and eases the work of your amp and front-of-house. In the studio, it becomes a quick tool to achieve a more polished take, especially with parallel compression: you keep the impact of the direct signal while adding the sustain and thickness of the compressed signal.
Technical specifications
| Effects | Compressor | Type | sector |
| Technology | Digital | Use | electric guitar |
| Format | Pedal | Color | Grey |
Questions frequently asked
Is the UAFX LA-2A Studio Compressor suitable for bass and keyboards?
This pedal is designed for electric guitar and can also be used with bass or synthesizers. Its input and output each use a 6.35 mm TS unbalanced jack.
How to use parallel compression with this pedal?
The Mix control blends the compressed signal with the dry signal. This makes it possible to retain the impact of playing while adding sustain to the processed signal. The Stock/Fast switch then allows adjustment of the attack speed.
What power supply is required for the UAFX LA-2A?
The power supply requires a 9 V DC shielded source with a negative center, capable of providing at least 250 mA.
Can the bypass be buffered?
Two modes are offered: true bypass or buffer. The buffer mode can optimize the effects chain when using long cables or a crowded pedalboard.
What are the dimensions and USB connectivity of this pedal?
The size measures 12.07 cm depth, 6.55 cm width, and 5.81 cm height, with a weight of 299 g. A USB-C port allows firmware updates from a computer.
