DL241 Auto-Compressor vs WA-2A
The DL241 Auto-Compressor costs about $280 more than the WA-2A, and the WA-2A is the one that keeps Binding Post. It takes 1 rack unit less, too.
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DL241 Auto-CompressorWarm Audio
WA-2A| Spec | DL241 Auto-Compressor | WA-2A |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | 2U |
| Weight | 7.9 lbs | 12.0 lbs |
| Power draw | 18W | Passive |
| Depth | 230 mm | 177.8 mm |
| I/O count | 7 | 7 |
| Price | ~$1,279 | ~$999 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
DL241 Auto-Compressor
Nothing the WA-2A doesn't also have.
WA-2A
- Binding Post
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerTry 15 minutes without an account. Both units are in the catalog.

