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SERPENT AUDIO  |  SKU: 14629

Chimera

500 Series EQs/Compressors

Replication of the classic LA3A design (Mono) - 500 Series

$1,995.00 CAD
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Description

The Chimera contains a transformer input & output, as well as all discrete circuitry and a Class AB transistor output circuit. At the heart of the Chimera is the T4B optical cell, which utilizes an Electroluminescent (EL) panel and photo resistor cells to achieve gain reduction.

Faithfully replicating the vintage LA3A design, The Serpent Chimera brings the classic Opto sound to 500 series format. Featuring an all discrete circuit design, Orange Drop and Elna capacitors, full steel enclosure & cover, class AB transistor output, true T4B optical cell, and transformer balanced input & output, the Chimera delivers the thick, rich, & smooth opto compression sound that you're looking for.

All units are made in the USA to an exceptional level of craft and workmanship.

Features

All Discrete Transistor Design

Transformer Balanced Input & Output

True T4B Optical Cell (User Replaceable/Upgradable)

Cinemag Input Transformer

Full Steel Enclosure & Cover (for maximum signal shielding)

Custom Wound Interstage and Output Transformers (Made to Original Specifications)

Infamous "Mod" Incorporated (increases signal to noise ratio)

Hard Bypass (Relay Controlled)

Stereo Linkable

HF Sidechain Boost (for De-Essing)

Compress/Limit Mode - Sealed Pots

Sifam VU Meter

VPR Compliant (100mA total power consumption)

Made In The USA

Specifications

Maximum Current Consumption: 70mA @ +/-16V

Input: Transformer Balanced Input

Output: Transformer Balanced Output

Maximum Input Level: +16dbu

Maximum Output Level: +19dbu

Maximum Output Load: 600 Ohm

Attack Time: 1.5ms or Less (Program Dependent)

Release Time: Program Dependent

Gain: 50db (+/-1dbu)

Gain Reduction Element: T4B Optical Cell

Frequency Response: (20Hz-20KHz)

Noise Floor: -80dbu

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