Re: Universal Audio-- 6176 or the LA-610?
The LA in the LA-610 is not as true to the original design as is the 1176 in the 6176. The LA-610 represents a classic vocal chain. I agree the 6176 is more versatile. The solid state flavor of the 1176 complements the tubes of the 610. Try them both. The 610 preamp can be sensitive to overload, dial down the gain or use the pad on loud sources.
The 6176 lets you patch into the preamp and compressor individually. The LA-610 does not, although you can put the compressor in bypass and route it to the RNC. Overall, I think the 6176 is well worth the price difference you're looking at. I have one and use it for nearly everything. You won't regret it.
MR
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