Millennia Media TCL2 Compressor
Millennia’s minimal circuit topology preserves the integrity of the input signal to a degree that’s impossible using multiple active stages (up to seven in some designs).
In this Twin Topology‚Ñ¢ design, both solid state and tube circuit paths are entirely transformerless. The TCL-2 is designed to preserve sonic purity even as it controls dynamic range. The unique circuit design avoids audio transformers, realizing the musicality of pure Class A gain control and optical compression without introducing
coloration, character or “vibe.”
Whether you choose the euphonic spatiality of tubes or the absolute accuracy of solid state, TwinCom is designed to smooth out dynamic extremes without announcing its presence in any way. Optical compression and limiting is often considered the most musically neutral analog dynamics processing and the TCL-2 isn’t just labeled “mastering grade:” it is the dynamics processor of choice in top mastering studios around the globe.
Features
- Two paths to perfection with Twin Topology‚Ñ¢
- Stereo optical compressor/limiter with unprecedented sonic purity & integrity
- All triode 300 V vacuum tube signal path or…
- All discrete J-FET solid state signal path
- Both topologies are entirely transformerless, high voltage, pure Class A
- Minimalist design: only one active stage in the audio path
- Threshold: Infinity to + 20 dBu
- Ratio: 1.4 : 1 to 30 : 1
- Attack: 2 to 100 ms
- Release: 100 ms to 3 s
- Large meters: switchable for VU or Gain Reduction
- Constructed for demanding professional applications
- Ultra-Premium components throughout
- Gold relays, connectors, switches, tube sockets
- Silver Teflon power wiring
- Mogami Neglex OFC audio wiring
Specifications
- Threshold Range Infinite to +20 dBu, Continuously Adjustable
- Maximum Output Level > + 32 dBu
- Maximum Input Level + 30 dBu
- Output Gain Control – Continuously Adjustable
- Frequency Response +0 / -3 dB sub 2 Hz to beyond 100 kHz
- Noise (20 Hz – 22 kHz) -87 dBu (SS), -82 dBu (VT)
- Attack Range 2 ms to 100 ms, Continuously Adjustable
- Release Range 100 ms to 3.0 S, Continuously Adjustable
- Compression Ratio Range minimum 1.4 : 1, maximum 30 : 1, Continuously Adjustable
- THD + Noise, (20 Hz – 30 kHz) < .01 %, typ .003 % (VT or SS)
- Common Mode Rejection Ratio(10 Hz – 20 kHz, 100 mV C.M) .> 50 dB, Typ > 70 dB
- Dynamics Bypass For Each Channel? Yes
- Meter Gain Reduction Or VU Selection? Yes
- Stereo Linking Switch? Yes
- Input Impedance 25k Ohms
- Minimum Output Load Impedance 300 Ohms (SS), 1k Ohms (VT)
- Recommended Minimum Load 600 Ohms (SS), 3k Ohms (VT)
- Output Impedance < 5 ohms (SS), < 300 ohms (VT)
- Twin Topology Compressor Amplifiers –
- Switch In: Pure Class-A Discrete J-FETs
- Switch Out: Pure Class-A Triode Tubes
- Power Consumption 55 watts maximum
- Power Requirements – Selectable: 100-120, 200-240 V ac 50/60 Hz
- Dimensions/Shipping Weight – 19″ W x 12.5″ L x 3.5″ H, 26 lbs.