Brings UA's legendary vintage tube sound into a modern channel strip format.

The Universal Audio LA-610 Tube Recording Channel combines the 610 Mic-Pre/EQ/DI section and a T4 Opto-compressor into a 2RU unit. The 610-tube preamp, DI, and EQ is from UA's TEC-award winning 6176 and is based on the legendary console modules developed by Bill Putnam in the '60s, noted for their musical character and warmth. An ideal front-end for tracking with modern DAWs and for the serious project studio looking for quality UA sound. It uses three 12AX7As, a 6072A, and a 6AQ5 tube for warmth and overall tonal balance. After the preamp section comes the T4 optical compressor, the heart and soul of the famed Teletronix LA-2A.

Universal Audio LA-610 Tube Recording Channel Features:

• Legendary Bill Putnam 610 tube mic pre and EQ
• Mic pre Gain and Level controls, variable impedance switching, and Instrument DI
• Teletronix LA-2A-style T4 opto-compressor
• Compression Peak Reduction, Gain, Meter, and Mode controls
• Selectable inputs
• Hi-Z input
• XLR mic and line input
• XLR line output

UA build quality and heritage, audiophile components, and hand-assembled in the USA. This is exactly what you've been waiting for. Order yours today.

Universal Audio LA-610 Tube Recording Channel Specifications:

• Microphone input impedance: selectable, 500 ohms or 2 kOhms
• Balanced line input impedance: 20 kOhms
• Hi-Z input impedance: Selectable, 2.2 mOhms or 47 kOhms
• Maximum microphone input level: -8 dBuÿ(2K input Imp. & 15dB Pad in)
• Maximum output level: +18 dBu (1% THD)
• Internal output impedance: 80 ohms
• Recommended minimum load: 600 ohms
• Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHzÿ±0.5dB
• Maximum gain: 40dB (Line), +77dB (Mic)
• Noise floor: -72 dBu (Line In, unity gain)
• Tube complement: 3 - 12AX7A and one 6072A
• Power Requirements: 115V/230V operation
• 3-1/2"H X 19"W (2RU)
• 12 lbs. (14-1/2 lbs. boxed)

Universal Audio LA-610 Tube Recording Channel

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UA LA-610

Posted by winston from USA on Oct 28, 2008

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Hobbyist

Reviewer's Play Style: Rock

Very nice piece of equipment. I actually have the MKII version which has LED's for the power lamp and meter lighting. They say they will never burn out or need replacement. It also has true compressor bypass. The pre-amp is warm and sweet. It truely makes the vocals blend with the rest of the mix. You have to be careful with the gain on vocals because it drives the tubes very easily which is a sound I am not fond of. But a wonderful addition if you can afford it.

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This Thing Kills!!!!!!!

Posted by VS from Orlando, FL on Oct 24, 2008

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Composer - Engineer

Reviewer's Play Style: All

I have tried a LOT of very high end mic pres and compressors lately in my studio. Not just auditioning, but actually using them on projects. This unit has risen to the top of the bunch. It outperforms a lot of other gear costing a lot more. It's one of the best values in pro audio today. Very flexible, and it just sounds awesome. Do yourself a favor and just buy one. I'm getting another one!

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plug in a piece of history

Posted by Gino Guitar from Charlotte NC on Jul 15, 2008

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: veteran musician armed with a studio

Reviewer's Play Style: pop to classic rock and beyond

After setting up a 16-track studio about 6 years ago, I wanted to take my tracks to the next level. I have no regrets about this purchase. It makes all my tracks sound professionally done - bass, acoustic guitar, vocals, overhead drums, and electric guitar. If you like the way professionally recorded music has been sounding for the last 40 years, then purchase the one thing that gives it that unique identity (besides a good microphone) and buy an LA-610 - You will be thrilled beyond belief. Now I rarely use any other EQ or compression. This is the most effective piece of equipment I have EVER bought in over 45 years and many thousands of dollars.

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This is the best period.

Posted by RC51Florida from Saint Petersburg, FL on Jun 8, 2007

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Active Musician

Reviewer's Play Style: Rock

Save yourself a lot of disappointment and spend your money on high quality gear. This thing is the best. I make vocals sound like they are a part of the song. It compresses guitar beautifully. It can make nearly any mic sound great. I tried many of the digital tube want to-bees and there is no substitute for UA equipment.

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Who needs An Avalon 737?!

Posted by LA-610 Convert from Moline, IL. on Nov 11, 2006

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Recording Engineer/Guitarist/Songwriter

Reviewer's Play Style: Folk Rock/Jazz/Blues/Classical/Rock

Probably the hardest part of new gear is being giddy from opening the box to the placement of the unit in your hardware chain. Not so with the LA-610. The part that gets you is after you hook it up, and wait for the tubes to warm (1hour) to perfection - similiar to a fine wine aging on your shelf. I am stepping up from a couple Presonus Eureka's which nearly get me the warmth I desire. Keyboard/guitar/vocals, I will take this wherever I travel - and hope to have this unit for decades to come. You cannot compete with the price. with this performance - and with the recent spike in the Avalon 737 price this unit is a must have. If you must purchase something worth your energy to make a decent sounding album, please I insist, buy the LA-610.

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