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1029 Overview<\/h2>\n
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  • Half-rack form factor<\/li>\n
  • 2 channels of XLR in and out<\/li>\n
  • 3 position Peak Fast, RMS, and Peak Slow sensing times<\/li>\n
  • Variable threshold from -20dBu to 20dBu<\/li>\n
  • Variable ratio from 1:1 – Limit<\/li>\n
  • Up to 20dB of makeup gain<\/li>\n
  • Dry\/Wet percentage control knob<\/li>\n
  • True bypass relay switching<\/li>\n
  • Gain reduction, summed Input, and summed output 6 segment LED meters<\/li>\n
  • Made in the U.S.A.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Smooth Compression, Perfect Clarity<\/h4>\n

    From subtle smoothing to brickwall limiting, the AEA 1029 provides ultra-clean compression that you have to hear to believe.<\/p>\n

    The AEA 1029 utilizes a proprietary discrete op-amp design by Fred Forssell and two THAT 4305 VCA chips run off of a single RMS detector being fed by the summed input signals. This design results in a versatile compressor with a clear and balanced sound perfect for taming vocals or smashing drum overheads. Designed to pair well with our TRP and RPQ series preamps, the 1029 Stereo VCA compressor is perfect for recording and\/or mixing stereo microphones.<\/p>\n

    Packed into a sleek, half-rack design \u2013 the AEA 1029 is perfect for desktop use or for those looking to save space in their rack. But don\u2019t let its size fool you, the 1029 is a full-featured compressor that packs a punch. With 3 position Sensing Time (Peak Fast, Slow, and RMS) and a variable ratio from 1:1 \u2013 Limit, the 1029 can go from subtle to extreme as you see fit. Equally at home in a bedroom or professional studio, the AEA 1029 is the perfect addition to any engineer\u2019s toolkit.<\/p>\n

    Preliminary Technical Specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Designed to pair well with our TRP and RPQ series preamps, the 1029 Stereo VCA compressor is
    \nthe perfect addition to any studio.
    \nSimple, straightforward design
    \nWith a proprietary discreet op-amp design by Fred Forssell the AEA 1029 utilizes two THAT 4305
    \nVCA chips run off of a single RMS detector being fed by the summed input signals. This product
    \nwas primarily designed for the recording and\/or mixing of stereo microphones.
    \nFeature set
    \n\u2022 Half-rack form factor
    \n\u2022 2 channels of XLR in and out
    \n\u2022 3 position Peak Fast, RMS, and Peak Slow sensing times
    \n\u2022 Variable threshold from -20dBu to 20dBu
    \n\u2022 Variable ratio from 1:1 – Limit
    \n\u2022 Up to 20dB of makeup gain
    \n\u2022 Dry\/Wet percentage control knob
    \n\u2022 True bypass relay switching
    \n\u2022 Gain reduction, summed Input, and summed output 6 segment LED meters<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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