User manual AVALON DESIGN AD2044 DATASHEET

[. . . ] AVALON DESIGN PURE CLASS A AD2044 DUAL MONO-STEREO OPTO-COMPRESSOR AVA L O N P URE C LASS A DESIGN M USIC R ECORDING S YSTEMS SONIC EXCELLENCE The Avalon AD2044 Pure Class A opto-compressor is the most transparent, low noise optical-compressor available today. [. . . ] LINEAR OPTICAL COMPRESSION Computer matched, high speed linear opto elements provide the non invasive passive attenuator system for invisible gain reduction. The AD2044 incorporates a unique external control loop and current monitored optical driver for smooth control plus the benefits of traditional vintage LDR (light dependant resistor) compression. MINIMUM SIGNAL PATH DESIGN Avalon's advanced true symmetry design offers highvoltage, large headroom, extended bandwidth and very low noise. The use of 100% discrete, Pure Class A signal amplifiers offer the serious music professional unlimited sonic character and a natural harmonic detail that enhances the program material and becomes one with the music itself. The AD2044 can be found in the world's leading recording studio's, mastering facilities and artist/producers outboard racks. These professionals rely on the AD2044 daily to help them complete their "sonic signature" and turn recordings into musical masterpieces. AD2044 OPTO-COMPRESSOR AD2044 FEATURES Smooth musical detail and sonic excellence Minimum audio signal path Pure Class A, 100% discrete design Dual mono or Stereo operation Transparent, non-invasive compression Very low noise -94dB High headroom +30dB Fully balanced inputs and outputs DC coupled, no transformers in audio path Variable threshold, ratio, attack & release Large accurate professional VU meters Wide bandwidth -3dB 1Hz to 450kHz Low distortion less than 0. 5% THD and IMD External side-chain access XLR All signal routing with sealed silver relays 100% discrete power supplies for audio path External 150W toroidal power supply Long lasting, stainless steel hardware AVALON DESIGN Pure Class A music recording systems since 1985. c 2000 by AVALON INDUSTRIES, INC. [. . . ] Tel: 949-492-2000 Fax: 949-492-4284 www. avalondesign. com email. avalon@avalondesign. com [. . . ]