The 2254 was designed in 1969, the original Neve 2254 mono Limiter/Compressor unit quickly became a legend.
Discrete, Class A design and transformer-coupled circuits – used in the input, innovative bridge-driver design, sidechain and output stages ensured a totally unique sound.
The original 2254 units are still sought after, decades after production stopped, and they remain one of the milestone pieces of studio equipment.