Pro Tips Revealed: How to Use the Teletronix LA-2A Compressor

Learn how to add warmth and vibe to drums, vocals, and piano.

In this video, UA's Drew Mazurek shows you how to get the most out of the three different Teletronix LA-2A compressors included in the Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler Collection.

Arguably the world's most famous compressor, the Teletronix LA-2A has been used on iconic hits for over 50 years. Learn how to glue your drums together in the mix, easily process vocal stacks, and sit a piano perfectly in the track with the analog optical goodness of the Teletronix LA-2A compressor.

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McCoy Tyler

McCoy Tyler is a campaign manager by day and songwriter by early evening. An SFSU alum and forever-student of marketing, his 20+ years as a performing musician inspire his storytelling and editorial voice. He’s also a disc golfer. And a dog person. Woof.

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