Details
The VLA-500 brings the same VCA-less Vactrol based compression circuit used in ART’s legendary Pro-VLA, putting to a convenient 500 Series format for the first time. Capable not only of delivering incredibly smooth compression and overall dynamic control, the VLA-500 also offers two user selectable tone shaping circuits making it one of the most versatile signal processors in your 500 Series rack.
The ‘Punch’ circuit is a J-FET Harmonic Enhancer that adds even-order harmonic distortion for a fuller, “punchier” tone while taming nasty peaks that may escape the Vactrol. The Grit circuit adds frequency-dependent signal distortion to make any track truly stand out. This is a highly creative effect that can work especially well on drums and percussion, solo brasses and woodwinds and even vocals when added presence and position in a mix is required. Bypassing both ‘Punch’ and
‘Grit’ circuits delivers the purest Opto-compressor tone, perfect for critical solo instruments and clean vocals. ‘Punch’ and ‘Grit’ circuits can even be combined for additional tone shaping options.
Key Features
- 500 Series Form Factor Compressor Module
- Based on Popular PRO-VLA Technology
- VCA-less Vactrol Opto-Compressor Design
- Two Additional Selectable Solid State Tone Shaping Circuits (‘Punch’ & ‘Grit’)
- Variable Threshold, Ratio and Output Controls
- Stereo / Multi-Channel Linkable
- LED Metering
Specifications
Equivalent Input Noise | -102dBu (‘A’ weighted) |
Input Impedance | 10K Ω |
Output Impedance | 100 Ω |
Inputs Level | +20dBu |
Output Level | +20dBu |
Output Gain | +20dB max |
Frequency Response | 20Hz to 100KHz (+/- 0.5dB) |
Dynamic Range | >120dB (20-20KHz) |
Attack Time | 0.25msec. to 50msec. variable |
Release Time | 150msec. to 3 sec, variable |
Slope | Variable: 2:1 to 20:1 |
Total Harmonic Distortion | <0.003% (@1kHz, typical) |
Power Requirements | 80mA (75mA @+ 15V, 4mA@48V) |
Max Gain Reduction | 30dB |
Dimensions |
133mm H x 38mm W x 168mm D |
Weight | 0.32kg |