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The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme.\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eBriefly the differences are most easily classified by company ownership:\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; 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During that time the company changed hands and the model went through a variety of incarnations. Despite these several changes, the LA-2A has remained one of the most popular tools in the recording studio, beloved by engineers for its program-dependent compression and ease of use. Beautiful for vocals, bass, guitars, overheads, drums, etc. \u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eEssentially there are six different versions of the LA-2A, based on various design elements, parts, outward appearance, and parent companies. The six revisions can best be classified as: Revision 1 (the original); Revisions 2A, 2B and 2C (all inter-related in various ways); Reissue 1 and Reissue 2. The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme.\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eBriefly the differences are most easily classified by company ownership:\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003col style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; list-style-position: outside; list-style-image: none; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eRevision 1 - the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eRevision 2A - Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eRevision 2B - Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ Studio Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eRevision 2C - Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ UREI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eReissue 1 - late 70s reissue by UREI \/ United Recording Electronics Industries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eReissue 2 - late 80s reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics \/ JBL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThis unit is from a limited edition of about 235 silver face units, dubbed Reissue 2, with the following features:\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cul style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; list-style-position: outside; list-style-image: none; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eSerial numbers 3001-3200 (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eFaceplate is brushed aluminum with red \"Teletronix\" logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eSerial No. is on one sticker, with the name Harman Electronics and a date code\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eUTC A-10 Input Transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eUTC A-24 Output Transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eT4B Opto-attenuator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eFront panel safety switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450098282599,"sku":"64634","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-reissue-2-ureiharman--3118-vintage_64634_1_1_563d8a96-52a4-4c57-bb76-68f09d53c92a.jpg?v=1787091690"},{"product_id":"teletronix-la-2a-revision-2a-babcock-672-vintage","title":"Teletronix LA-2A Revision 2A Babcock #672 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTeletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e has a long history stretching back over half a century. During that time the company changed hands and the model went through a variety of incarnations. Despite these several changes, the LA-2A has remained one of the most popular tools in the recording studio, beloved by engineers for its program-dependent compression and ease of use. Beautiful for vocals, bass, guitars, overheads, drums, etc. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEssentially there are six different versions of the LA-2A, based on various design elements, parts, outward appearance, and parent companies. The six revisions can best be classified as: Revision 1 (the original); Revisions 2A, 2B and 2C (all inter-related in various ways); Reissue 1 and Reissue 2. The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBriefly the differences are most easily classified by company ownership: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 1 - the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2A - Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2B - Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ Studio Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2C - Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ UREI\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 1 - late 70s reissue by UREI \/ United Recording Electronics Industries\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 2 - late 80s reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics \/ JBL\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis unit is an original gray face version, dubbed Revision 1, with the following features: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSerial numbers 001-600 (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFaceplate is painted grey, with red \"Teletronix Engineering\" logo\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProduced by Teletronix in Pasadena, CA (sometimes labeled Los Angeles, sometimes labeled Sunnyvale)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eType \/ Serial No. on a separate metal plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll rear panel graphics are hand stenciled or stamped\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOctal jumper socket located before the UTC HA-100X input transformer for pad\/pre-emphasis modules\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLater units included a variable pre-emphasis filter, R37\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFirst compressor to use photo resistors and luminescent panels to achieve gain reduction - the T4A\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/teletronix-la-2a-optical-compressor-limiter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here to learn more about the history of the Teletronix LA-2A.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450337914983,"sku":"107592","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-revision-2a-babcock-672-vintage_107592_1_e08bfef9-5d5d-4e4c-8bac-1a3c462a7c35.jpg?v=1787092645"},{"product_id":"teletronix-la-2a-revision-2c-urei-1213-vintage","title":"Teletronix LA-2A Revision 2C - UREI #1213 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTeletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e has a long history stretching back over half a century. During that time the company changed hands and the model went through a variety of incarnations. Despite these several changes, the LA-2A has remained one of the most popular tools in the recording studio, beloved by engineers for its program-dependent compression and ease of use. Beautiful for vocals, bass, guitars, overheads, drums, etc. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEssentially there are six different versions of the LA-2A, based on various design elements, parts, outward appearance, and parent companies. The six revisions can best be classified as: Revision 1 (the original); Revisions 2A, 2B and 2C (all inter-related in various ways); Reissue 1 and Reissue 2. The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBriefly the differences are most easily classified by company ownership: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 1 - the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2A - Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2B - Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ Studio Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2C - Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ UREI\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 1 - late 70s reissue by UREI \/ United Recording Electronics Industries\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 2 - late 80s reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics \/ JBL\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis unit is a silver face version, dubbed Revision 2C, with the following features: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSerial numbers 1201-2000 (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFaceplate is brushed aluminum with red \"Teletronix\" logo\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTeletronix patent acquired along with the broadcast division of Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam's United Recording Electronics Industries (UREI)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eType \/ Serial No. and address is all on a single sticker\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInput transformer remains UTC A-100X in early units\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStarting around unit # 1600, the input transformer is changed to UTC A-10\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStarting around unit # 1750, late models may have had the black \"UREI\" logo on the faceplate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/teletronix-la-2a-optical-compressor-limiter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here to learn more about the history of the Teletronix LA-2A.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450418917479,"sku":"117728","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-revision-2c-urei-1213-vintage_117728_1_7fe8e5de-e3c7-4675-8ccf-4265cb186ff1.jpg?v=1787092983"},{"product_id":"teletronix-la-2a-revision-2c-urei-1690-vintage","title":"Teletronix LA-2A Revision 2C - UREI #1690 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe \u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eTeletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier\u003c\/span\u003e has a long history stretching back over half a century. During that time the company changed hands and the model went through a variety of incarnations. Despite these several changes, the LA-2A has remained one of the most popular tools in the recording studio, beloved by engineers for its program-dependent compression and ease of use. Beautiful for vocals, bass, guitars, overheads, drums, etc. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eEssentially there are six different versions of the LA-2A, based on various design elements, parts, outward appearance, and parent companies. The six revisions can best be classified as: Revision 1 (the original); Revisions 2A, 2B and 2C (all inter-related in various ways); Reissue 1 and Reissue 2. The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eBriefly the differences are most easily classified by company ownership:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; list-style-position: outside; list-style-image: none; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eRevision 1 - the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eRevision 2A - Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eRevision 2B - Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ Studio Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eRevision 2C - Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ UREI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eReissue 1 - late 70s reissue by UREI \/ United Recording Electronics Industries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eReissue 2 - late 80s reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics \/ JBL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThis unit is a silver face version, dubbed Revision 2C, with the following features:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; list-style-position: outside; list-style-image: none; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eSerial numbers 1201-2000 (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eFaceplate is brushed aluminum with red \"Teletronix\" logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eTeletronix patent acquired along with the broadcast division of Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam's United Recording Electronics Industries (UREI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eType \/ Serial No. and address is all on a single sticker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eInput transformer remains UTC A-100X in early units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eStarting around unit # 1600, the input transformer is changed to UTC A-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eStarting around unit # 1750, late models may have had the black \"UREI\" logo on the faceplate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/360669.app.netsuite.com\/teletronix-la-2a-optical-compressor-limiter\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eClick here to learn more about the history of the Teletronix LA-2A.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450512240743,"sku":"129078","price":7750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-revision-2b-bill-putnam-1690-vintage_129078_1_8107c114-e0a3-48f4-a42d-cb89a3c00462.jpg?v=1787093362"},{"product_id":"teletronix-la-2a-reissue-1-urei-102-vintage","title":"Teletronix LA-2A Reissue 1 - UREI #102 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eTeletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier\u003c\/b\u003e has a long history stretching back over half a century. 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The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBriefly the differences are most easily classified by company ownership:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 1 - the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 2A - Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 2B - Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ Studio Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 2C - Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ UREI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReissue 1 - late 70s reissue by UREI \/ United Recording Electronics Industries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReissue 2 - late 80s reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics \/ JBL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis unit is a limited edition silver face version dubbed Reissue 1, with the following features:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial numbers 101-400 (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceplate is brushed aluminum with red \"Teletronix\" logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType \/ Serial No. is on a single sticker, with the UREI logo and no address\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(final models have a different UREI sticker with a Sun Valley address)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe T4A opto module is replaced with a T4B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA safety switch is included so power shuts off when front panel is opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450714845287,"sku":"154135","price":11495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-reissue-1-urei-102-vintage_154135_1_425452cc-5898-40c9-8438-2fbef52e8429.jpg?v=1787094214"},{"product_id":"teletronix-la-2a-reissue-1-urei-184-vintage","title":"Teletronix LA-2A Reissue 1 - UREI #184 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eTeletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier\u003c\/b\u003e has a long history stretching back over half a century. 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The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBriefly the differences are most easily classified by company ownership: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 1 - the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2A - Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2B - Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ Studio Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2C - Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ UREI\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 1 - late 70s reissue by UREI \/ United Recording Electronics Industries\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 2 - late 80s reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics \/ JBL\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis unit is the first silver face version, dubbed Revision 2A, with the following features: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSerial numbers 601-1000 (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFaceplate is brushed aluminum with red \"Teletronix Div.of Babcock\" logo (the earliest units still had a greyface front panel)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTeletronix patent acquired by Babcock Electronics Corp. of Costa Mesa, CA\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eType \/ Serial No. on a separate metal plate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAll rear panel graphics are screen printed\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInput transformer remains UTC A-100X\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThis iteration had an added a compress\/limit switch on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/teletronix-la-2a-optical-compressor-limiter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here to learn more about the history of the Teletronix LA-2A.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450819473511,"sku":"171759","price":14500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-revision-2a-babcock-219-vintage_171759_1_a31de621-e0db-4c84-868d-7ac29b569623.jpg?v=1787094657"},{"product_id":"teletronix-la-2a-revision-2a-babcock-637-vintage","title":"Teletronix LA-2A Revision 2A Babcock #637 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTeletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e has a long history stretching back over half a century. During that time the company changed hands and the model went through a variety of incarnations. Despite these several changes, the LA-2A has remained one of the most popular tools in the recording studio, beloved by engineers for its program-dependent compression and ease of use. Beautiful for vocals, bass, guitars, overheads, drums, etc. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEssentially there are six different versions of the LA-2A, based on various design elements, parts, outward appearance, and parent companies. The six revisions can best be classified as: Revision 1 (the original); Revisions 2A, 2B and 2C (all inter-related in various ways); Reissue 1 and Reissue 2. 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During that time the company changed hands and the model went through a variety of incarnations. Despite these several changes, the LA-2A has remained one of the most popular tools in the recording studio, beloved by engineers for its program-dependent compression and ease of use. Beautiful for vocals, bass, guitars, overheads, drums, etc. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEssentially there are six different versions of the LA-2A, based on various design elements, parts, outward appearance, and parent companies. The six revisions can best be classified as: Revision 1 (the original); Revisions 2A, 2B and 2C (all inter-related in various ways); Reissue 1 and Reissue 2. 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The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBriefly the differences are most easily classified by company ownership: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 1 - the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2A - Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2B - Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ Studio Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2C - Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ UREI\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 1 - late 70s reissue by UREI \/ United Recording Electronics Industries\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 2 - late 80s reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics \/ JBL\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis unit is an original gray face version, dubbed Revision 1, with the following features: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSerial numbers 001-600 (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFaceplate is painted grey, with red \"Teletronix Engineering\" logo\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProduced by Teletronix in Pasadena, CA (sometimes labeled Los Angeles, sometimes labeled Sunnyvale)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eType \/ Serial No. on a separate metal plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll rear panel graphics are hand stenciled or stamped\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOctal jumper socket located before the UTC HA-100X input transformer for pad\/pre-emphasis modules\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLater units included a variable pre-emphasis filter, R37\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFirst compressor to use photo resistors and luminescent panels to achieve gain reduction - the T4A\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/teletronix-la-2a-optical-compressor-limiter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here to learn more about the history of the Teletronix LA-2A.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450884583527,"sku":"181538","price":16995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-revision-1-gray-face-121-vintage_181538_1_be59db12-a5b3-457d-a692-434cbcce77ff.jpg?v=1787094950"},{"product_id":"teletronix-la-2a-revision-2a-babcock-1091-vintage","title":"Teletronix LA-2A Revision 2A Babcock #1091 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTeletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e has a long history stretching back over half a century. During that time the company changed hands and the model went through a variety of incarnations. Despite these several changes, the LA-2A has remained one of the most popular tools in the recording studio, beloved by engineers for its program-dependent compression and ease of use. Beautiful for vocals, bass, guitars, overheads, drums, etc. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEssentially there are six different versions of the LA-2A, based on various design elements, parts, outward appearance, and parent companies. The six revisions can best be classified as: Revision 1 (the original); Revisions 2A, 2B and 2C (all inter-related in various ways); Reissue 1 and Reissue 2. The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBriefly the differences are most easily classified by company ownership: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 1 - the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2A - Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2B - Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ Studio Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2C - Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ UREI\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 1 - late 70s reissue by UREI \/ United Recording Electronics Industries\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 2 - late 80s reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics \/ JBL\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis unit is the first silver face version, dubbed Revision 2A, with the following features: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSerial numbers 601-1000 (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFaceplate is brushed aluminum with red \"Teletronix Div.of Babcock\" logo (the earliest units still had a greyface front panel)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTeletronix patent acquired by Babcock Electronics Corp. of Costa Mesa, CA\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eType \/ Serial No. on a separate metal plate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAll rear panel graphics are screen printed\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInput transformer remains UTC A-100X\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThis iteration had an added a compress\/limit switch on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/teletronix-la-2a-optical-compressor-limiter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here to learn more about the history of the Teletronix LA-2A.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450890448999,"sku":"160502","price":14995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-revision-2a-babcock-1091-vintage_160502_1_4ec5ad48-555e-4a0c-bbc7-470eb7c9222d.jpg?v=1787094979"},{"product_id":"teletronix-la-2a-revision-2c-urei-1742-vintage","title":"Teletronix LA-2A Revision 2C - UREI #1742 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTeletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e has a long history stretching back over half a century. During that time the company changed hands and the model went through a variety of incarnations. Despite these several changes, the LA-2A has remained one of the most popular tools in the recording studio, beloved by engineers for its program-dependent compression and ease of use. Beautiful for vocals, bass, guitars, overheads, drums, etc. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEssentially there are six different versions of the LA-2A, based on various design elements, parts, outward appearance, and parent companies. The six revisions can best be classified as: Revision 1 (the original); Revisions 2A, 2B and 2C (all inter-related in various ways); Reissue 1 and Reissue 2. The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBriefly the differences are most easily classified by company ownership: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 1 - the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2A - Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2B - Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ Studio Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2C - Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ UREI\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 1 - late 70s reissue by UREI \/ United Recording Electronics Industries\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 2 - late 80s reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics \/ JBL\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e   \u003cp\u003eThis unit is a silver face version, dubbed Revision 2C, with the following features: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSerial numbers 1201-2000 (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFaceplate is brushed aluminum with red \"Teletronix\" logo\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTeletronix patent acquired along with the broadcast division of Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam's United Recording Electronics Industries (UREI)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eType \/ Serial No. and address is all on a single sticker\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInput transformer remains UTC A-100X in early units\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStarting around unit # 1600, the input transformer is changed to UTC A-10\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStarting around unit # 1750, late models may have had the black \"UREI\" logo on the faceplate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e   \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/teletronix-la-2a-optical-compressor-limiter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here to learn more about the history of the Teletronix LA-2A.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450927575143,"sku":"188098","price":14995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-revision-2c-urei-1742-vintage_188098_1_78c5d7d8-b7dd-474f-95b1-43c24dfb42e1.jpg?v=1787095134"},{"product_id":"teletronix-la-2a-silverface-revision-2c-1560-vintage","title":"Teletronix LA-2A Silverface Revision 2C #1560 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTeletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e has a long history stretching back over half a century. 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The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBriefly the differences are most easily classified by company ownership:\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 1 - the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 2A - Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 2B - Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ Studio Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 2C - Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ UREI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReissue 1 - 1979 reissue by UREI \/ United Recording Electronics Industries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReissue 2 - 1992 reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics \/ JBL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis unit is a silverface version, dubbed Revision 2C, with the following features:\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial numbers 1201-1800 (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceplate is brushed aluminum with red \"Teletronix\" logo \u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarting around unit #1750, late models may have had the black \"UREI\" logo on the faceplate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeletronix patent acquired along with the broadcast division of Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam's United Recording Electronics Industries (UREI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType \/ Serial No. and address is all on a single sticker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear Panel Graphics: screen printed\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput transformer remains UTC HA-100X in early units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable pre-emphasis filter, R37\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectro-Optical attenuator cell: T4A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety Switch on front hinged panel: none\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimit\/Compress switch on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e230 volt operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarting around unit #1640, the input transformer is changed to UTC A-10 and the opto is changed to T4B.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450994126951,"sku":"192887","price":15995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-silverface-revision-2c-1560-vintage_192887_1_6e0edae1-8691-4272-8c6b-edf0de57443d.jpg?v=1787095408"},{"product_id":"teletronix-la-2a-silverface-revision-2c-1300-vintage","title":"Teletronix LA-2A Silverface Revision 2C #1300 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTeletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e has a long history stretching back over half a century. During that time the company changed hands and the model went through a variety of incarnations. Despite these several changes, the LA-2A has remained one of the most popular tools in the recording studio, beloved by engineers for its program-dependent compression and ease of use. Beautiful for vocals, bass, guitars, overheads, drums, etc. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEssentially there are six different versions of the LA-2A, based on various design elements, parts, outward appearance, and parent companies. The six revisions can best be classified as: Revision 1 (the original); Revisions 2A, 2B and 2C (all inter-related in various ways); Reissue 1 and Reissue 2. 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The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme.   \u003cbr\u003e   \u003cbr\u003e   The final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".   \u003cbr\u003e   \u003cbr\u003e   Briefly the differences are most easily classified by company ownership:   \u003cbr\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e     \u003cli\u003e       Revision 1 - the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A.     \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003e       Revision 2A - Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics     \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003e       Revision 2B - Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ Studio Electronics     \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003e       Revision 2C - Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ UREI     \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003e       Reissue 1 - late 70s reissue by UREI \/ United Recording Electronics Industries     \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003e       Reissue 2 - late 80s reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics \/ JBL     \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003c\/ol\u003e   \u003cbr\u003e   This unit is a limited edition silver face version dubbed Reissue 1, with the following features:\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cul\u003e     \u003cli\u003e       Serial numbers 101-400 (approx.)     \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003e       Faceplate is brushed aluminum with red \"Teletronix\" logo     \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003e       Type \/ Serial No. is on a single sticker, with the UREI logo and no address     \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003e       (final models have a different UREI sticker with a Sun Valley address)     \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003e       The T4A opto module is replaced with a T4B     \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003e       A safety switch is included so power shuts off when front panel is opened     \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003c\/ul\u003e ","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44451230941287,"sku":"471400","price":11995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-classic-leveling-amplifier-reissue-1-urei-00133-vintage_471400_1.jpg?v=1787096394"},{"product_id":"teletronix-la-2a-revision-1-gray-face-374-vintage","title":"Teletronix LA-2A Revision 1 Gray Face #374 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTeletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e has a long history stretching back over half a century. During that time the company changed hands and the model went through a variety of incarnations. Despite these several changes, the LA-2A has remained one of the most popular tools in the recording studio, beloved by engineers for its program-dependent compression and ease of use. Beautiful for vocals, bass, guitars, overheads, drums, etc. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eEssentially there are six different versions of the LA-2A, based on various design elements, parts, outward appearance, and parent companies. The six revisions can best be classified as: Revision 1 (the original); Revisions 2A, 2B and 2C (all inter-related in various ways); Reissue 1 and Reissue 2. The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBriefly the differences are most easily classified by company ownership: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 1 - the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2A - Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2B - Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ Studio Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRevision 2C - Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr. \/ UREI\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 1 - late 70s reissue by UREI \/ United Recording Electronics Industries\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReissue 2 - late 80s reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics \/ JBL\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e   \u003cp\u003eThis unit is an original gray face version, dubbed Revision 1, with the following features: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSerial numbers 001-600 (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFaceplate is painted grey, with red \"Teletronix Engineering\" logo\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProduced by Teletronix in Pasadena, CA (sometimes labeled Los Angeles, sometimes labeled Sunnyvale)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eType \/ Serial No. on a separate metal plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll rear panel graphics are hand stenciled or stamped\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOctal jumper socket located before the UTC HA-100X input transformer for pad\/pre-emphasis modules\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLater units included a variable pre-emphasis filter, R37\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFirst compressor to use photo resistors and luminescent panels to achieve gain reduction - the T4A\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e   \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/teletronix-la-2a-optical-compressor-limiter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here to learn more about the history of the Teletronix LA-2A.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44451268853863,"sku":"477030","price":16995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-revision-1-gray-face-374-vintage_477030_1.jpg?v=1787096559"},{"product_id":"teletronix-la-2a-revision-1-gray-face-313-vintage","title":"Teletronix LA-2A Mono Tube Opto Compressor\/Limiter - Revision 1 Gray Face #313 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTeletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e has a long history stretching back over half a century. 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Its compression provides signature warmth, especially detectable on the human voice. has made it one of the most popular designs ever made. The complex physics of how it compresses an audio signal is matched only by the complexity of all the revisions it has undergone since its creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_0\"\u003eELECTRO-OPTICAL ATTENUATION CIRCUIT\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe standout feature of the LA-2A is its electro-optical attenuation circuit, which is based around the acclaimed T4A photocell. Triggered by light rather than pure electrical voltage, the LA-2A is fully program-dependent, delivering smooth, musical compression for any source. The tube-driven amplifier circuitry adds a touch of warmth while retaining a clean output signal with extremely low THD.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_1\"\u003eGREAT ON EVERYTHING\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eVersatility is a key strength of the LA-2A, making it suitable for a wide range of instruments and genres. It excels at clean, transparent leveling for vocals and bass guitars, but it’s also capable of delivering a warm, harmonically rich sound when pushed harder. This flexibility makes the LA-2A a solid choice for almost any task, from subtle leveling to more aggressive compression.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_2\"\u003eLA-2A VERSION HISTORY\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe LA-2A Leveling Amplifier has a long history stretching back over half a century. During that time the company changed hands and the model went through a variety of incarnations. 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The final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBriefly, the differences are most easily classified by company ownership:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 1: the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 2A: Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 2B: Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr.\/Studio Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 2C: Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr.\/UREI\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eReissue 1: late 70s reissue by UREI\/United Recording Electronics Industries\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eReissue 2: late 80s reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics\/JBL\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis unit is an original gray face version, dubbed Revision 1, with the following features:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSerial numbers 001-600 (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFaceplate is painted grey, with red \"Teletronix Engineering\" logo\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eProduced by Teletronix in Pasadena, CA (sometimes labeled Los Angeles, sometimes labeled Sunnyvale)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eType \/ Serial No. on a separate metal plate\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAll rear panel graphics are hand stenciled or stamped\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOctal jumper socket located before the UTC HA-100X input transformer for pad\/pre-emphasis modules\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eLater units included a variable pre-emphasis filter, R37\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFirst compressor to use photo resistors and luminescent panels to achieve gain reduction - the T4A\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/teletronix-la-2a-optical-compressor-limiter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLearn more about the history of the Teletronix LA-2A.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44451407691879,"sku":"501451","price":19995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-rev1_501451_1.jpg?v=1787097123"},{"product_id":"teletronix-la-2a-leveling-amplifier-revision-2b-1067-vintage","title":"Teletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier Revision 2B #1067 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTeletronix LA-2A\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most iconic compressor\/limiters of all time. Its compression provides signature warmth, especially detectable on the human voice. has made it one of the most popular designs ever made. The complex physics of how it compresses an audio signal is matched only by the complexity of all the revisions it has undergone since its creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_0\"\u003eELECTRO-OPTICAL ATTENUATION CIRCUIT\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe standout feature of the LA-2A is its electro-optical attenuation circuit, which is based around the acclaimed T4A photocell. Triggered by light rather than pure electrical voltage, the LA-2A is fully program-dependent, delivering smooth, musical compression for any source. The tube-driven amplifier circuitry adds a touch of warmth while retaining a clean output signal with extremely low THD.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_1\"\u003eGREAT ON EVERYTHING\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eVersatility is a key strength of the LA-2A, making it suitable for a wide range of instruments and genres. It excels at clean, transparent leveling for vocals and bass guitars, but it’s also capable of delivering a warm, harmonically rich sound when pushed harder. This flexibility makes the LA-2A a solid choice for almost any task, from subtle leveling to more aggressive compression.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_2\"\u003eLA-2A VERSION HISTORY\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe LA-2A Leveling Amplifier has a long history stretching back over half a century. During that time the company changed hands and the model went through a variety of incarnations. Despite these several changes, the LA-2A has remained one of the most popular tools in the recording studio, beloved by engineers for its program-dependent compression and ease of use. Beautiful for vocals, bass, guitars, overheads, drums, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEssentially there are six different versions of the LA-2A, based on various design elements, parts, outward appearance, and parent companies. The six revisions can best be classified as: Revision 1 (the original); Revisions 2A, 2B and 2C (all inter-related in various ways); Reissue 1 and Reissue 2. The first four versions kept consecutive serial numbers, while the two reissues had their own numbering scheme. The final, seventh version, appeared when Universal Audio was resurrected by Bill Putnam Jr., and the LA-2A made its modern reappearance in the line of \"UA Classics\".\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBriefly, the differences are most easily classified by company ownership:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 1: the original, produced in 1962 by Teletronix under Jim Lawrence, inventor of the LA-2A\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 2A: Teletronix patent is acquired by Babcock Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 2B: Teletronix patent is licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr.\/Studio Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eRevision 2C: Teletronix patent is acquired from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam Sr.\/UREI\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eReissue 1: late 70s reissue by UREI\/United Recording Electronics Industries\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eReissue 2: late 80s reissue after UREI is acquired by Harman Electronics\/JBL\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis unit is a silver face version, dubbed Revision 2B, with the following features:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSerial numbers 1001-1200 (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFaceplate is brushed aluminum with red \"Teletronix\" logo\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTeletronix patent licensed from Babcock Electronics by Bill Putnam's Studio Electronics Corp. of North Hollywood\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eType\/Serial No. on a separate metal plate\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eInput transformer remains UTC A-100X\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eLimit\/Compress switch on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/teletronix-la-2a-optical-compressor-limiter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLearn more about the history of the Teletronix LA-2A.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teletronix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44451407724647,"sku":"501452","price":13495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/teletronix-la-2a-rev2b_501452_1.jpg?v=1787097123"}],"url":"https:\/\/vintageking1.myshopify.com\/collections\/teletronix.oembed","provider":"VINTAGE KING AUDIO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}