Golden Age COMP 3A Review - Do You Need a 3A?

The Golden Age COMP 3A presents a compelling package for adding LA3A style compression with the "MOD" Option to your studio. This review includes: - Audio tests with Drums, Bass, Acoustic Guitar, Vocals, and Voiceover - Self-noise test with spectrum analysis - Build Quality including internals This is not a sponsored review. COMP 3A Features and Specifications: Form Factor: Half-Rack 2U / 215x88x200mm (8.5x3.5x7.9inch) Compression: Extro-Optical T4-style / Program dependent attack/release Input (rear): Transformer balanced XLR and 1/4 inch TRS jack Output (rear): Transformer balanced XLR and 1/4 inch TRS jack Meter: Analog VU / Gain reduction Controls (front): Peak reduction / Gain (make up) / HF Sidechain, Hardwire bypass / Mod/Normal with 50/30dB / Compress/Limit select / Meter GR/plus4/plus10 / Meter adjust / Power Stereo Link: Rear 1/4 inch TRS jack / Front Switchable Stereo / Dual Mono / Trim control Power Supply: External 24VAC ⚙️ Used in this Video: Golden Age COMP 3A: https://amzn.to/3PKepPV 🎼 Music: Dune by Dex 1200 Varg! by Loving Caliber Right Now (Call on Me) by Thrya ============================================================ To Help Support this Channel and Reviews Like This: ❤️ Likes, Comments, and Subs is always appreciated!👆👆👆 ❤️ If you found this video helpful, think about leaving a Super Thanks! 👆👆👆 👉All gear used on askdrtk has been purchased by me unless I tell you otherwise in the video or description. Your support helps make more tutorials and gear reviews like this one possible. Thanks! Todd ============================================================ 🔥Related Videos: DBX 560A Compressor Review: https://youtu.be/ygMqdD7g948 ART TransY Compressor Review: https://youtu.be/bDdCJN7d_-g New to Outboard Gear?: https://youtu.be/JuoOsxg142s 🎞 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:11 Build Quality and Internals 02:31 Controls and Operation 04:26 Audio Test - Drums 05:28 Audio Test - Bass 06:25 Audio Test - Acoustic Guitar 07:43 Audio Test - Vocals 08:46 Self-Noise Test 10:41 Audio Test - Spoken Word 11:05 Highlighted Features and Specifications 11:45 Final Thoughts and Recommendations ============================================================ 🔥 Do This First: To get the most out of your recording or streaming space, I recommend sound treatment including acoustic absorption panels. This is the single biggest way to improve your audio before investing in other gear. You can make your own, or I highly recommend GIK Acoustics as they manufacture some of the best quality acoustic treatment available at an excellent value. Check out GIK Acoustics here: https://www.gikacoustics.com/ref/131/ 👈👈👈 Get the best sound in your studio space and support askdrtk tutorials and reviews! =========================================================== 🔥Need Help? Building or upgrading a studio for music, voice acting, podcasting, or content creation? Need help choosing the right audio or video gear? Using the gear you have? Book a one-on-one Zoom appointment with Todd to get the answers you need while saving time and money. Visit the askdrtk website for more information: https://askdrtk.com/coaching/ 👈👈👈 =========================================================== All gear featured in askdrtk content is supplied by askdrtk and videos are not sponsored unless I tell you in the video or description. #homestudio #homerecording #audiogear 🛒 Important note about product and service links: Links included in askdrtk content are affiliate links that may provide a small commission to askdrtk without cost to you or influence of my content or opinions. Thanks for clicking! (askdrtk is a member of amazon associates and other affiliate programs.) Disclaimer: https://askdrtk.com/disclaimer/