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Michael Leonard | 10.14.2016

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If you record on a Mac or PC, then you should head to the Cakewalk website from October 15, 11am (Eastern Time).
Here, for a limited time only, you will be able to download Cakewalks CA-2A T-Type Leveling Amplifier for FREE.
Any pro-producer or mixer will tell you how
important compression and limiting is to
your final recording output. And the CA-2A
T-Type is faithfully modeled after one of the
most sought after studio compressors in
history. How good was the original
hardware LA-2A? It was inducted into the
TECnology Hall of Fame in 2004!
Its all about capturing classic
characteristics in modern software; in this
case, the unique characteristics of an
electro-optical tube-based compressor
youd previously find only in big studios
fitted with these all-tube hardware units. It
will work its magic on all kinds of sources,
including guitars, bass, pads, and especially
vocals. This smoothing action works well
for numerous production and musical
styles.
Just a few highlights? In the CA-2A youll find:
Meticulous modeling
Zero latency for real-time tracking and mixing
Up to 40dB of smooth, transparent gain reduction
Frequency dependent compression
Program dependent attack/release
Fully modeled "R37" HF Pre-emphasis control. The original, somewhat mysterious R37 control was useful for "de-essing" cutting down sibilance by compressing high frequencies - or changing the tonality of vocals
Dual photocell reset modes (Classic & Fast Reset) this allows you to select an (arguably flawed, but sought-after) Classic
mode, or an improved "no pop" performance Fast Reset mode. Best of both worlds!
Side-chain compression for ducking, pumping, and more. This is a new addition to the original unit
Windows compatibility: ProChannel, VST2.4, VST3 / Mac compatibility: OS X: VST3

What can you do with CA-2A T-Type Leveling Amplifier?

The purpose of the CA-2A T-Type Leveling Amplifier is to limit the dynamic range of a signal by reducing the amplitude of its
transient peaks. The CA-2A T-Type Leveling Amplifier varies its gain in response to the level of the input signal. Large input signals
result in less gain, thus reducing or compressing the dynamic range of the signal.
In a typical mix of audio material, there are a few peaks that are much louder than the average signal. Increasing the overall
volume would make these peaks exceed the maximum output level, causing unpleasant distortion in the music. Compression
reduces the level of any peaks above the threshold so the average level can be boosted.

02-Nov-16 6:55 PM

Download the Cakewalk CA-2A T-Type Leveling Amp for Free

http://www.gibson.com/News-Lifestyle/News/en-us/Download-the-C...

In short, its a must have piece of software to make your recording smoother, more listenable and more professional... while still
retaining the characteristics of classic recordings of yesteryear. Best of all, the controls are really simple. So if you havent got it
yet, get it now for free.
Watch this Cakewalk demo to see what it can do for your recordings.

For full spec, go to the Cakewalk CA-2A webpages. And remember, for a limited time from October 15, its a free download.

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