With the Maselec MLA-3 the input signal is split into three frequency-bands. Each band is passed through a stereo
compressor where gain and compression can be altered.
The outputs of the compressors are then re-combined and fed to the outputs.
There are four different frequencies for each of the two crossovers that can be separately
selected for the low-to-mid and the mid-to-high bands.
The three frequency-band compressors have separate controls so that different parts of the
audio spectrum can be adjusted and tuned.
With separate gain controls for each frequency-band, the MLA-3 can be used as an equalizer.
You can always adjust the controls for the separate frequency bands to different settings.
There is no technical reason why they should be the same for all frequencies.
Overall Input and Output gain controls make it easy to set up for different operating levels.
Inputs
The inputs are electronically balanced, virtually ground floating, making them perform as if they
are transformer coupled, but without the associated colouration, low frequency distortion and
restricted bandwidth.
The input impedance is 100kohm. Maximum input >+29dBu (balanced).
Outputs
The outputs are electronically balanced and can deliver >+28dBu into 600ohm (balanced).
Output impedance is 33ohm (balanced and unbalanced).
Both inputs and outputs can be unbalanced by simply grounding either pin 2 or pin 3.
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User Testimonials
"Mike had to pull some strings to get to me so soon after release and I can't (won't) send it back! It's the first multi-band compressor that I've heard that is powerful without adding unwanted character. I alter the shape of a mix, subtly, without the mix engineer feeling like, 'You changed my mix'." Doug McBride
Doug McBride is a Chicago based Producer/Engineer whose credits include Rachael Yamagata, Silversun Pickups, Fall Out Boy, The Walkmen and Veruca Salt. His studio, Gravity, has hosted sessions for artists ranging from Rod Stewart and Mavis Staples to Story of the Year and Rise Against.
