Serviced + Recapped Altec 1591A Mic Pre / Optical Compressor is a used item in very good condition, listed on Reverb. The asking price is £714. It is offered by Mainstage Mint through Reverb. It is in our Preamps & Channel Strips category. This listing is no longer listed on the shop; it may have sold or been withdrawn. Used Gear Hunter first saw this listing on 29 October 2026. It has been seen 2 times in our scans. Prices are converted from the seller's currency when we scan the listing, so the amount you pay may differ slightly. The seller sets shipping, and import duty or VAT may apply, so check the final cost and the item's details on Reverb before buying.

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Vintage Altec Lansing 1591A Compressor Amplifier in tested, working condition. This unit has been used in a professional recording studio for years without issue. The 1591A combines microphone and line amplification with compression in a mono rackmount unit. Features include separate MIC and LINE gain controls, selectable 5:1 and 10:1 compression ratios, compression defeat, selectable 0.5- or 1.5-second release times, and a large analog gain-reduction meter. Classic green Altec faceplate with visible cosmetic wear from age and studio use, including scratches, scuffs, and oxidation on portions of the chassis. Please review all photos closely for physical condition and the rear connection configuration. A working piece of vintage Altec studio equipment, ready for its next recording setup. Includes the unit and attached power cord shown.

Serviced + Recapped Altec 1591A Mic Pre / Optical Compressor

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