Altec

Altec Lansing, established in the 1930s, was a prominent audio company known for groundbreaking innovations in professional sound. Their early compressor-limiters, like the Altec 436 and 438, were tube-based units prized for their smooth dynamics control and warm sound. These models became classics, widely used in recording studios and broadcasting, influencing the design of later audio processing equipment.

Released in 1945
The Altec A322 C Limiter Amplifier is invaluable for use in film and disc recordings, broadcasting, and public address applications. Its use in film and disc recordings prevents over-modulation and allows a higher average level of recording without danger of distortion.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 1960
The Altec 436C is a self-powered compressor amplifier offering up to 30 dB of gain reduction, with variable threshold, compression ratio, and release time. Designed for studio, broadcast, and public address use, it delivers smooth, noise-free level control with wide frequency response.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 1960
The Altec RS 124 was a custom-modified Altec 436B compressor created by EMI engineers and used extensively on Beatles recordings. Favoured for its smooth compression and warm tone, it shaped bass, guitars, and mix busses throughout their career. Unique EMI modifications made it a completely different unit from the original Altec, and original RS 124s are now extremely rare.
Made In U.K.
Released in 1963
The Altec 9063A is a vintage passive equaliser from the 1960s, offering precise tonal shaping with boost and attenuation options. Known for its simplicity and robust design, it remains highly sought after in the second-hand market for mixing and mastering applications.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 1967
The Altec 1591A is designed for seamless mixing of high- and low-level inputs, compression, or linear amplification, while maintaining dynamic range integrity in environments such as recording and broadcast studios, theatres, stadiums, schools, churches, hotels, arenas, convention centres, military complexes, and public address systems.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 1975
In audio systems, input signal levels can vary significantly. The Altec 1612A is excellent for managing dynamic range, ensuring the overall sound level is more consistent. It operates as a limiter or a line amplifier, equipped with two inputs, a compression/VU meter, a dual range attack/release switch, and a limit/line balance control that prevents limiting from altering the preset output level.
Made In U.S.A.