Golden Age Audio Project Comp-54 MKIII
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Golden Age Audio
Project Comp-54 MKIII
Product Info
Article Number:
513741
Brand:
Golden Age Audio
Model:
Project Comp-54 MKIII
Category:
Compressors, Gates and De-essers
Price:
$460.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Comp-54 MKIII nails that vintage, gluey compression characteristic, particularly reminiscent of the LA-2A. It's a great entry point into classic compression styles, offering a good balance of flexibility and ease of use. This is ideal for engineers wanting a warm, characterful sound on vocals, guitars, or drums without the premium price tag of the originals.
Product Description
- Golden Age Audio Project Comp-54 MKIII
- Vintage-Style Compressor
- Adjustment possibilities: Threshold
- ratio
- attack
- release
- high-pass filter
- gain
- meter display switchable between output signal and compression
- With insert
- In/Out switches compression on or off
- Bypass (hard bypass)
- Left switch synchronises 2 COMP-54 to a stereo pair
- Line input: XLR / jack 6.3 mm (wired in parallel)
- Line output: XLR / 6.3 mm jack
- Insert: 6.3 mm jack
- Output: 600 ohm
- Format: 9.5"/ 1U
- Includes external power supply
PROS
- • Excellent recreation of a classic LA-2A vibe, warm and musical compression
- • Solid build quality with robust metal chassis and reliable components
- • Flexible attack and release controls allow for diverse sonic shaping
- • Stereo linking capability expands versatility for stereo buss processing
CONS
- • Gain reduction isn't as transparent as more modern designs; noticeable color.
- • Input impedance could be higher for certain ribbon mics, potential mismatch.
- • Limited headroom; can clip easily if gain staging isn't precise.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Optical Compressor
Channels
2 (Stereo)
Controls
Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, HPF, Gain, Meter Switch
Connections
XLR, 6.3mm Jack (Line In/Out, Insert)
Metering
Output Signal/Compression
Weight
8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a simple slope filter, around 100Hz, useful for cleaning up muddiness without drastic tonal changes.
Yes, it imparts a noticeable warmth and slight saturation; it's not a transparent compressor.
Absolutely, the stereo linking and adjustable release times make it well-suited for drum bus duties, adding cohesion and punch.
