The Neve 2254 was designed by Rupert Neve in the early 1970s as the dynamics section for the Neve 80 Series consoles. Its diode bridge design created a unique compression character distinct from the 1176 and LA-2A. The 2254 became the definitive British bus compressor before the SSL 4000 took that crown. Stam SA-23A brings this classic console dynamics to modern studios.
SA-23A
2018
The Stam Audio SA-23A combines the unique compression characteristics of both the famous 1968 Teletronix LA-2A and LA-3A in a single unit, selectable by a two-way switch. Each retains its own independent circuit and transformers. The 2A section uses custom US-made A-10 input and A-24 output transformers (matching original UTCs), NOS tubes, and carbon resistors. The 3A section uses custom US-made B11178 input transformer, US-made autoformer, and UK-made Carnhill VTB11148 output transformer. Both share a Kenetek T4B made by Bill Jones in Kentucky. Beautiful black brushed aluminum faceplate. Hand made in Chile.