{"product_id":"locomotive-audio-power-mu-500","title":"Locomotive Audio Power-MU 500","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"hyuu9s\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"98\"\u003eLocomotive Audio Power-MU 500 – High-End Vari-Mu Tube Stereo Compressor for 500 Series\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eThe Locomotive Audio Power-MU 500 is a premium vari-mu stereo compressor designed for the 500 series format. Geared towards discerning audio professionals, it delivers the rich warmth and musicality characteristic of tube compression, combined with modern features like stepped controls for precise recall of settings. Whether it's for delicate \"glue\" on the stereo bus or aggressive compression for dense harmonic coloration, the Power-MU 500 provides world-class analog sound with full operational control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zwwi6u\" data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"709\"\u003eSmooth and Musical Tube Compression\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003eAt the heart of the Power-MU 500 are two NOS 6N3P tubes per channel, ensuring true vari-mu operation and the rich, warm, harmonically complex sound that only tubes can deliver. Custom interstage transformers guarantee a smooth and musical compression response, avoiding harsh artifacts and preserving the natural character of the signal even with high gain reduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"12qerer\" data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eAdvanced Control and Total Recall of Settings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eThanks to AC and DC threshold controls, the Power-MU offers detailed management of attack, ratio, and compression knee. It can transition from transparent and gentle dynamic management to more aggressive and punchy limiting, adapting to any mixing context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003eThe 21-position stepped knobs for input, output, and threshold allow for precise and repeatable recall of settings, making it ideal for professional workflows and mix revisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1b7gndz\" data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003eEssential Features for the Modern Studio\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eThe Power-MU 500 includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wjeqgm\" data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003eSidechain low-cut filter (Off–350 Hz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n0xaas\" data-start=\"1784\" data=\"end=\"\u003eStereo link switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16u1zwp\" data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003eHardwire bypass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pblr3f\" data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eDual-mode VU meter for gain reduction and output monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cqf127\" data-start=\"1920\" data=\"end=\"\u003eCustom backlit Sifam VU meter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yijsev\" data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003eHeavy-duty steel chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003eThe combination of these elements reflects a very high level of construction, designed to withstand intensive professional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1iqbt79\" data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003eWhy Choose the Locomotive Audio Power-MU 500?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2657\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19n4pd5\" data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003eTrue stereo vari-mu compression in 500 series format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16tuear\" data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2333\"\u003eNOS tubes and custom transformers for a classic tube sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lnm3h6\" data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003eStepped controls for precise and instant recall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4xsf74\" data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2444\"\u003eStereo link for stable image coherence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wv1wfg\" data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2515\"\u003eSidechain low-cut filter to avoid pumping on low frequencies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4jtwff\" data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2602\"\u003eHardwire bypass and power switch to preserve tubes and components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fhy8n9\" data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"2657\"\u003eExtremely robust, lifetime-guaranteed construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"nuamdv\" data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"2681\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2683\" data-end=\"3030\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1y4p0xh\" data-start=\"2683\" data-end=\"2708\"\u003eTubes: 2 × NOS 6N3P\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"epxh9c\" data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003eInput impedance: 22 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1djxs4n\" data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2774\"\u003eOutput impedance: \u0026lt; 100 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hrmvwj\" data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2810\"\u003eAttack time: 10 ms – 75 ms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mzexcu\" data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2848\"\u003eRelease time: 150 ms – 1.5 s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11i70ah\" data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"2890\"\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3wxarr\" data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"2906\"\u003eTHD+N: \u0026lt; 1%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p5jfhu\" data-start=\"2907\" data-end=\"2943\"\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: \u0026gt; 70 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e4dwtk\" data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"2998\"\u003ePower consumption: +16 V \/ 260 mA, –16 V \/ 300 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2pw1jz\" data-start=\"2999\" data-end=\"3030\"\u003eWeight: 5 lbs (approx. 2.27 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3411\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe Locomotive Audio Power-MU 500 is designed for mix and mastering engineers who want to add professional-grade color, depth, and control to their audio chain. 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