Fully functional and ready to go!  Recently serviced, some capacitors replaced with high grade components, and some tubes replaced with military-grade NOS vintage tubes, each was rigorously meter and ear tested to ensure the sweetest and most pleasing sound possible!  This one-of-a-kind unit delivers an irresistibly rich tube compression to any signal you run through it. It also has enough gain in it to function beautifully as a mic preamp! Excellent condition, inside and out!

Recognized by some as "The Dirtiest Compressor Alive," the Limpander LE-3 stands as an exceptionally rare vintage tube compressor limiter, capable of achieving over 50 decibels of gain reduction and providing up to 40 decibels of compression! 

Highly esteemed for its ability to enrich the vibrancy and quality of bass and kick within a mix, it excels particularly in crunching drums! Additionally, the LE-3 can work it's magic as a final mix compressor, delivering a vividly colored yet confidently smashing mix!

Some of the old capacitors were out of spec, and were replaced new Nichicon electrolytic caps- when complemented with the other vintage Mylar capacitors, a seamless blend of warmth and resolute clarity is achieved.

Internal Components Specs:

Triad R-6A Power Transformer:

480V 50mA
6.3V 2A
5V 2A
Pri = 115V @ 50/60CPS
Sec = 480V @ 50mA, 6.3V @ 2A, 5V @ 2

Triad A-9J Input Transformer:

Maximum Input Level: 1 mW
Primary Impedance
  • 50 Ohm
  • 250 Ohm
  • 600 Ohm
Secondary Impedance: 85000 Ohm
Overall Turn Ratio: 1:12
Frequency Response at (±) 3 dB: 30 to 15000
RMS Test Voltage: 500
Case Type: J
Connections: Leads
  • Low level high fidelity.
  • Single-hole mounting, allowing rotation for maximum hum reduction.
  • Alloy shielding gives 40 to 60 dB hum reduction.
  • Input units electrostatically and magnetically shielded
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I will ship UPS Ground same-day if ordered before 1pm Central, but no later than 1 business day handling time (business days are M-F). This will be packed with exquisite care.

I will accept returns within 30 days, but please carefully review the notes and all pictures before buying!

Please also feel free to message me if you have any questions.

Thanks for looking!