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The ART Pro VLA II is a highly regarded, budget-friendly, two-channel opto-compressor featuring a tube gain stage. It is a favorite in both project and professional studios for tracking, mixing, and mastering due to its transparent dynamic leveling and incredibly smooth, musical character. [1, 2, 3]Key Features

• Vactrol Opto-Compression: Uses an optical design (no VCA) which allows for heavy compression without sacrificing the organic, musical tone of the source.
• Tube Gain Stage: Equipped with hand-selected 12AT7 vacuum tubes in the output stage to provide warmth and harmonic richness.
• Stereo Link Mode: A standout feature for mastering and mix bus applications; linking the channels allows the Channel 1 level control to act as a master volume, while Channel 2 acts as the stereo balance.
• Comprehensive Metering: Features backlit analog VU meters for average input/output levels, along with fast-response LED indicators for peak hold and gain reduction. 
• Variable Controls: Includes fully variable knobs for Threshold, Ratio (2:1 to 20:1), Attack, Release, and Output.

Common Applications

• Mix Bus & Mastering: Highly sought after for "gluing" together a mix or mastering stereo program material without coloration.
• Vocals & Bass: Offers transparent leveling on the way in during tracking.
• Drums: Smooths out aggressive transients on room mics and the drum bus.