Serpent Audio Chimera (500-Series)

The Serpent Audio Chimera is a modern rebuild of the Urei/Teletronix LA-3A compressor in a 500-Series format.

The design uses a true T4B optical cell for gain reduction which is responsible for the compression characteristics of both LA-2A and LA-3A, combined with an all-discrete circuit design, class-AB transistor output, transistor balanced input and output. It also features Orange Drop and Elna capacitors, a Sifam vu meter, hard bypass and PCX power monitoring. A Compress/Limit mode switch gives the same option as the original LA-3A.

The Chimera also features a custom wound output and EL transformers which have been made to meet the original specifications. Stereo linking is provided, as well as HF sidechain boost allowing for de-essing. Serpent Audio has also incorporated the gain mod for lower noise operation

Key features:

· All Discrete Transistor Design

· Transformer Balanced Input & Output

· True T4B Optical Cell (User Replaceable/Upgradable)

· Cinemag Input Transformer

· Custom Wound Output & EL Transformers (Made to Original Specifications)

· Orange Drop and Elna capacitors

· Hard Bypass (Relay Controlled)

· Stereo Linkable (via 500 Series Card Edge Pin 6)

· HF Sidechain Boost (for De-Essing)

· Compress/Limit Mode

· Premium Sealed Pots