IGS Audio One LA 19"

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IGS Audio One LA 19"

IGS Audio

One LA 19"

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 552442
Model: One LA 19"
Price: $1,758.90

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The IGS Audio One LA 19” is a serious contender for anyone wanting that classic, warm tube compression vibe. It’s a beautifully built, focused unit, perfect for vocals, bass, or any instrument needing a touch of vintage polish—just be aware of the single-channel limitation.

Product Description

  • IGS Audio One LA 19"
  • 1-Channel Tube Compressor / Limiter
  • Peak and gain reduction controls (24-position Elma switches)
  • Switch for compressor / limiter function (compressor ratio 4: 1
  • soft-knee; limiter ratio 8 : 1)
  • Max. gain: 30 dB
  • Max. gain reduction: 36 dB
  • Attack: 1 ms
  • Release: 0.5 - 5 s (50% @ 60ms)
  • VU/GR meter switchable
  • Bypass switch
  • Internal power supply 115/230V AC
  • 50 - 60 Hz
  • Construction: 19" / 2HE
  • Depth: 230 mm
PROS
  • • Tube warmth adds pleasing harmonic richness and character.
  • • Elma switches offer precise, repeatable gain reduction settings.
  • • Solid 19” rack construction feels robust and well-built.
  • • Fast attack time (1ms) handles transients exceptionally well.
CONS
  • • Limited to a single channel, restricting tracking/stereo applications.
  • • Price places it in a premium-priced category for a single-channel comp.
  • • Attack and release times, while adjustable, might be too fast for some.

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Key Features

Type Tube Compressor / Limiter
Channels 1
Controls Peak, Gain Reduction (24-position Elma switches), Compressor/Limiter switch, Attack, Release
Connections 1/4” TRS inputs/outputs, Power Switch
Metering VU/GR switchable meter
Weight Approximately 12 lbs (estimated, based on construction and components)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the soft-knee characteristic imparts a more gradual, musical compression, preserving dynamics better than a hard-knee would, especially at lower gain reduction levels.
Absolutely; Elma switches offer extremely precise and repeatable settings, eliminating potentiometer drift and ensuring your compression settings remain consistent across different sessions.
The IGS Audio One LA 19” offers a similar warmth and character, but the Stam SA-2 is generally considered to have a slightly more aggressive and 'forward' sound; the IGS is more subtle and refined.

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