The ART Pro VLA II is the secret-weapon comp for engineers who want LA-style optical squish without the boutique price. Two channels of opto compression with a tube gain stage, big backlit VU meters, and that smooth, program-dependent release that makes vocals and bus material sit beautifully. A genuine bargain that's lived in pro racks for years.

FEATURES & PROS:

• Optical + Tube: Smooth opto compression sweetened by a valve gain stage.
• Two Channels: Run stereo on the bus or two mono sources at once.
• Gorgeous Metering: Big backlit VU meters for gain reduction or output.
• Program-Dependent Release: Musical, forgiving, easy to set and forget.
• Punches Above Its Price: LA-style vibe for a fraction of the cost.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Type: 2-channel opto tube compressor
• Tubes: 12AX7 gain stage
• Metering: dual backlit VU
• I/O: balanced XLR + 1/4-inch
• Stereo link; Format 1U/2U rack