• Smooth musical detail and sonic excellence

• Minimum audio signal path

• Pure Class A, 100% discrete design

• Dual mono or Stereo operation

• Transparent, non-invasive compression

• Very low noise -94dB

• High headroom +30dB

• Fully balanced inputs and outputs

• Long lasting, stainless steel hardware

• External 150W toroidal power supply

• 100% discrete power supplies for audio path

• All signal routing w/sealed silver relays

• External side-chain access XLR

• Low distortion less than 0.5% THD and IMD

• Wide bandwidth -3dB 1Hz to 450kHz

• Large accurate professional VU meters

• Variable threshold, ratio, attack & release

• DC coupled, no transformers in audio path

• Fully balanced inputs and outputs

SONIC EXCELLENCE
The Avalon AD2044 Pure Class A opto-compressor is the most transparent, low noise optical-compressor available today. Designed to optimize absolute signal integrity and musical performance, the AD2044 combines advanced electronics with sonic excellence unequaled by lesser designs. The AD2044 is the perfect solution for two buss music-program compression, mono bass and instruments and  mastering applications.

Features include state-of-the-art, balanced 100% discrete, Pure Class A signal amplifiers, practical "real-world" user features and rugged hardware designed to deliver true high performance audio for many years. 

LINEAR OPTICAL COMPRESSION
Custom manufactured, high speed linear opto elements provide the non invasive passive attenuator system for invisible gain reduction. The AD2044 incorporates a unique external control loop and current monitored optical driver for smooth control plus the benefits of traditional vintage LDR compression.

MINIMUM SIGNAL PATH DESIGN
Avalon's advanced true symmetry design offers high-voltage, large headroom, extended bandwidth and very low noise. The use of 100% discrete, Pure Class A signal amplifiers offer the serious music professional unlimited sonic character and a natural harmonic detail that enhances the program material and becomes one with the music itself.

The AD2044 can be found in the world's leading recording studio's, mastering facilities and artist/producers outboard racks. These professionals rely on the AD2044 daily to help them complete their "sonic signature" and turn recordings into musical masterpieces.