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LA-610 Mk II Classic Tube Recording Channel

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LA-610 Mk II Classic Tube Recording Channel
LA-610 Mk II Classic Tube Recording Channel
LA-610 Mk II Classic Tube Recording Channel

LA-610 Mk II Classic Tube Recording Channel

4.8 (84)

Add a classic tube mic preamp & LA-2A-style compressor to your studio.

  • Record through the all-tube mic preamp derived from legendary Bill Putnam-designed 610 modular console
  • Compress signals with authentic Teletronix T4 opto-compression tube circuitry
  • Shape your tones further with High and Low frequency shelving tube EQ
  • Record your tracks through vintage UA, "handmade in the USA," circuits
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Details

Details

  • All-tube mic preamp design derived from legendary Bill Putnam-designed 610 modular console
  • Authentic Teletronix LA-2A-style T4 opto-compressor section
  • MkII exclusive features include: true compressor bypass, larger metering, increased output, and auto-switching power supply
  • Mic pre with Gain and Level controls, variable impedance switching, and instrument DI for recording tone “color”
  • High and Low frequency shelving EQ
  • Complete vintage channel strip at groundbreaking price within project studio reach
  • UA build quality and heritage, audiophile components, hand-assembled in the USA
  • Backed by 1-Year limited warranty

Add a Classic Tube Mic Preamp & LA-2A-style Compressor to your Studio

The LA-610 MkII combines a hand-built in the USA, all-tube, vintage mic preamp design — heard on classic albums by Coldplay, The Beach Boys, and Van Halen — with authentic Teletronix T4 opto-compression circuitry.

This classic channel strip design, with its warm preamp tone and smooth, natural-sounding compression, is updated with modern, user-requested features like true compressor bypass, larger metering, increased output, and an auto-switching power supply.

Track with the Legendary 610 Preamp

The LA-610 MkII is based on the legendary console modules developed by Bill Putnam in the 60's. Noted for their musical character and warmth, innumerous classics by artists ranging from Frank Sinatra to Coldplay, Van Halen to Pet Sounds, have been recorded using the 610 preamp. The LA-610 MkII will impart the same silky, vintage warmth of the original console’s mic amp design to your sources.

Add Toneful Tube Compression

The LA-610 Mk II’s T4 tube compressor provides the same ultra-warm limiting that has made the Teletronix LA-2A the king of fat opto compression. The electro-optical detector, or "T4 cell,” is the heart and soul of the Teletronix LA-2A. Its photoresistors are the crucial circuit components, giving the compressor its signature warmth, making it a “go-to” for tracking vocals, bass, or acoustic guitars. Taken together, it’s impossible to get a bad sound out of the LA-610 MkII’s legendary preamp and compression circuits.

What They Say

The LA-610 Mk II has a nice curve line, and a nice, overall warm compression ... it just has a nice, smooth sustain to it.

Matt Still

Elton John, Outkast

Reviews

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 84 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 73 Total 4 star reviews: 9 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 1 Total 1 star reviews: 1
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84 reviews
  • DM
    d. m.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    11 months ago
    vst

    soy nuevo en el campo de la produccion y ganos de provar los plugins de esta pagina para destacar la avor de todos los plugins a usar

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  • JT
    J. T.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 years ago
    Nothing comes close

    I've been working with this preamp+compressor for ten years now. During that time I have been testing a lot of different hardware. I ALWAYS end up going back to the LA-610 Mk2. There is no equal. Preamp a little pushed for that analog warmth, compressor adjusted for -2/4 db compression and get the best mix-ready sound you can get.

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  • JD
    J. D.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 years ago
    Simply amazing. Amazingly simple.

    This thing is wonderful. Makes a $500-600 mic sound like a gem. Makes a $1,000+ mic sound absolutely golden. Warm, plenty of gain / output between the preamp and compression section. A good 87 clone through this is the beginning to a vocal chain masterpiece. If you want more tube warmth try a 47 clone. The same also does magical things to acoustic guitars. I love it. My only regret is that I can't afford more of them. Luckily it pairs perfectly with my Apollo racks. Thank you UA and Bill Jr!

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  • SL
    S. L.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 years ago
    UA 610 SE - Spoiled

    Once owned a 2-610 so we knew the 610 Signature Edition would be amazing - beyond - just blown away by the range of character we can get from this unit. Along with our Apollo 8 it is simple gorgeous to listen to!

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  • DM
    D. M.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 years ago
    An absolute stunner - and an affirmation of how good UAD plugins are too!

    I have purchased two of these units now and they are just so darn wonderful: easy to use, but filled with warmth and clarity at the same time. Absolutely love this preamp. Just looking at them is a joy, with those classic knobs. A sonic and aesthetic masterpiece.

    What is also amazing to me is how having the hardware versions show just how bloody excellent UAD plugins are. I have the the 6176 and the LA610 hardware units, and their plugin equivalents totally nail the sound - I cannot tell the difference on a casual listen. (I decided to break my bank and get the hardware units, in addition their digital emulations, because I wanted to honor the history of the products, from their analogue form to their digital form. Both forms are gorgeous. And they just LOOK incredible in my lowly, but well-loved basement studio.

    Finally, I hope you all at UA are doing ok after the terrible fires of late that I know had an impact on your incredible team of employees. Buying another unit was a way to show my support for all you do as well. Thank you for these beautiful products.

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