UAFX Compression & Modulation Pedals
Universal Audio
UAFX Compression Pedals
Max
Preamp and Compressor Pedal
Built upon award-winning UAFX dual-engine processing and a burning desire for the ultimate in sonic legitimacy, Max Preamp & Dual Compressor puts the colorful sound of three legendary limiters and an iconic tube preamp, right at your feet.
Features
- The most authentic emulations of classic UA 1176, Teletronix LA-2A, and classic Dyna Comp compressors, in a single pedal
- Full emulation of UA's legendary 610 tube preamp and EQ
- Stack and layer any combination of compressors
- Tweak preamp EQ settings, configure footswitches, add a sidechain bass filter, and more with the UAFX Control app
- Silent switching, buffered bypass, stereo operation
Specifications
- Pedal Type: Compressor
- Analog/Digital: Digital
- Inputs: 2 x 1/4" TS
- Outputs: 2 x 1/4" TS
- Bypass Switching: Buffered
- Additional Features: UAFX Control app
- Power Source: 9V DC power supply (sold separately)
- Power Usage: 400mA
- Height: 2.56"
- Width: 3.62"
- Depth: 5.55"
- Weight: 1.24 lbs.
LA-2A
Studio Compressor Pedal
The Teletronix LA-2A Studio Compressor puts the sounds of our legendary optical tube limiter at your feet, voiced to precisely match the original hand-wired hardware — with all the inspiring tone and classic feel on tap.
Features
- Authentic emulation of iconic Teletronix LA-2A optical tube compressor/limiter, captured in a compact stompbox
- Perfectly captured end-to-end emulation of vintage transformers, tube amplifiers, and T4 optical cell for fat, three-dimensional tube tones
- Mix control for easy parallel compression effects
- True/buffered bypass, Stock/Fast attack switch
- Timeless UA design and craftsmanship, built for years of reliable performance
Specifications
- Power requirements: Isolated 9VDC, center-negative, 250mA minimum (sold separately)
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4” TS unbalanced
- Outputs: 1 x 1/4” TS unbalanced
- USB Type-C for updates via computer
- Height: 5.81 cm, 2.29 inches
- Width: 6.55 cm, 2.58 inches
- Depth: 12.07 cm, 4.75 inches
- Weight: 0.659 lbs (0.299 kg)
1176
Studio Compressor Pedal
Introduced in 1967, the Universal Audio 1176 remains the king of audio limiting, heard on more classic records than any other compressor. Built on the powerful UAFX engine, the 1176 Studio Compressor delivers the same punchy, expressive tones of the world-renowned hardware, now in a compact stompbox.
Features
- Authentic emulation of the 1176LN Limiting Amplifier in a compact stompbox
- Single, Dual, and Sustain modes for decades of classic guitar compression effects
- Input, Output, Attack, and Release settings true to original 1176 hardware
- Ratio knob includes “all buttons in” mode for squashed, gritty textures
Specifications
- Pedal Type: Compressor
- Analog/Digital: Digital
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4" TS
- Outputs: 1 x 1/4" TS
- USB: 1 x USB-C (updates)
- True Bypass: Yes, Switchable to Buffer Mode
- Additional Features: UAFX Control App
- Power Source: 9V DC (250mA) power supply (sold separately)
- Height: 2.29"
- Width: 2.58"
- Depth: 4.75"
- Weight: 0.65 lbs.
Universal Audio
UAFX Modulation Pedals
Astra
Modulation Pedal
Engineered and developed by the acclaimed team at Universal Audio, the UAFX Astra Modulation Machine boasts powerful dual-processor architecture for the most sonically authentic classic Chorus, Vibrato, Flanger, and Tremolo effects ever available in a stompbox.
From spacey studio flanger tones of the 1970’s, to gritty bucket-brigade chorus and luscious opto tube tremolo, Astra Modulation Machine puts three iconic vintage effects at your feet, in a beautifully-crafted pedal that’s built to last decades.
Features
- Flagship modulation pedal with powerful dual-processor UAFX engine
- Three timeless modulation effects, with secondary modes and settings
- Simple Live/Preset modes for instant recall of your favorite sound
- Additional downloadable effects by the world-renowned UAD algorithm team
- True or buffered bypass,* silent switching
- Classic UA analog design and craftsmanship, built to last decades
Specifications
- Pedal Type: Chorus, Flanger, Tremolo
- Analog/Digital: Digital
- Effects: Chorus Brigade, Flanger/Doubler, Trem 65
- Inputs: 2 x 1/4" TS (L/mono, R)
- Outputs: 2 x 1/4" TS (L/mono, R)
- USB: USB-C (updates)
- True Bypass: Yes, Switchable to Buffered (via software)
- Features: Dual-processor UAFX Engine, Recall Stored Settings
- Software: UAFX Control app (Android/iOS 11 or later)
- Power Source: 9V DC 400mA power supply (sold separately)
- Height: 2.56"
- Width: 3.62"
- Depth: 5.55"
- Weight: 1.24 lbs.
Flow
Vintage Tremolo Pedal
Evolved from our flagship Astra Modulation Machine, Flow Vintage Tremolo gives you three flavors of tube-driven wiggle and shake — from old school to modern — in a dapper, compact package.
Features
- Authentic emulations of three tube-driven tremolo effects, captured in a compact stompbox
- Perfectly captured tube preamp for fat, three-dimensional tremolo tones
- Three tremolo modes: Dharma (harmonic tremolo), 65 (round, sine wave), and Square (choppier, square wave)
- Onboard tap tempo for syncing trem effects
- Volume control and true/buffered bypass
- Timeless UA design and craftsmanship, built for decades of dependable performance
Specifications
- Power requirements: Isolated 9VDC, center-negative, 250mA minimum (sold separately)
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4” TS unbalanced
- Outputs: 1 x 1/4” TS unbalanced
- USB Type-C for updates via computer
- Height: 5.81 cm, 2.29 inches
- Width: 6.55 cm, 2.58 inches
- Depth: 12.07 cm, 4.75 inches
- Weight: 0.659 lbs (0.299 kg)
Brigade
Chorus & Vibrato Pedal
Conceived from the award-winning Astra Modulation Machine, Brigade Chorus & Vibrato gives you the warm analog modulation effects of the Boss CE-1 Chorus Ensemble* and the fat tone of its iconic preamp, in a compact stompbox.
Features
- Authentic emulation of iconic 1976 Boss CE-1 Chorus Ensemble*
- Perfectly captured bucket-brigade circuit for thick chorus and vibrato effects
- Stunning emulation of vintage analog preamp for fat tones and effects
- Volume control true/buffered bypass, preamp off/on
- Timeless UA design and craftsmanship, built for decades of dependable performance
Specifications
- Power requirements: Isolated 9VDC, center-negative, 250mA minimum (sold separately)
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4” TS unbalanced
- Outputs: 1 x 1/4” TS unbalanced
- USB Type-C for updates via computer
- Height: 5.81 cm, 2.29 inches
- Width: 6.55 cm, 2.58 inches
- Depth: 12.07 cm, 4.75 inches
- Weight: 0.659 lbs (0.299 kg)