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We check out the different types, formats, and applications of leveling amplifiers and how they are used in the recording process.
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The Mesa Boogie Mark VII has everything a Mesa fan needs including Mark IIB, IIC and IV tones. Available as a head, rack mount head or combo
RME 12Mic-D is a Dante-enabled rework of the German manufacturer's digitally controlled 12-channel mic preamp and converter.
Heritage Audio released the Super 8 8-channel 73-style preamp and OST-8 ADAT 500 Series enclosure, both with on-board 24-bit / 192kHz ADC.
V-X Multimode Vocoder is a new Rack Extension from Reason Studios - a creative and fun vocoder that's competent nonetheless.
The GC Audio Inherit system is a 2U chassis with power, metering, and controls that lets you insert preamp 'cartridges' for different tones.
Incorporating clever routing options, Clearmountain's Phases is Apogee's emulation of Bob Clearmountain's vintage flanger and phaser rack effects.
Singular Audio's new filterdrve adapts the notoriously grouchy, squealing, and characterful filter from the Korg MS-20 for Series 500 racks.
Mimic looks like a solid upgrade over Reason's old sampler - but does it break the mold? We take a first look at the latest addition to Reason 12.
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Kemper has released a tutorial video on how to set up the WIfi control using its new Profiler Rig Manager app for Apple's iPodOS.
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Crazy Tube Circuits' TI:ME is billed as a retro-flavoured, warm-sounding delay pedal - does it hold up to the hype? We take it through its paces.
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Behringer is releasing a handy 3-tier bracket that will fit all their semi-modular synths at both 70 HP and 80 HP and the 104HP Eurorack case.
JST finished NAMM 2020 with Howard Benson Vocals, a vocal chain plug-in. Knowing Mr. Benson's productions and Sturgis' workaholic tendencies, there's no way this channel strip can disappoint.
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The Midimini V30 gives the Studio Electronics take on the rackable Minimoog an overhaul with a smooth new look, some choice Boomstar features and lots of patch points.
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Kemper has listened to its users and released a beta of its Rig Manager that includes a Profiler Editor! This long-awaited feature is going to have a big impact on how people use their Profiler.
What looks like an unassuming four-knob comp is actually a vari-mu inspired unit with level-dependent ratio that increases with the signal level. That, and lots more to tweak!
Is it Metal Mickey's chest plater or Knight Industries Two Thousand's front lights? Or, is it another guitar tuner?
The new Tech 21 SansAmp YYZ was designed for Geddy Lee and is essentially a diminutive version of the existing GED-2112 rack system. Yup, a full-on rack-mount amp in a pedal enclosure.
Starting at USD 799, Stam's 1073 clone features a replica of the original's Marinair LO1166 output transformer, made by Sowter Transformers in the UK - there's also a Carnhill line input transformer.
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Reason 10 Intro retains all the really useful stuff like VST support, Player Devices and Ableton Link and lets you play with 16 tracks and a decent selection of synths and effects. It's a great value DAW.
Boutique gear maker Sonic Farm introduced an interesting hardware pre-amp — the Xcalibur JC. Based on the original Xcalibur pre-amp, the JC bears its name because it was designed in tandem with Joe ...
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Out of Japan comes MECHANISM, a creative and innovative Eurorack case with a 1U strip of built-in tools and utilities. Check out the twin joysticks plus, LFOs, VCAs, Sample & Hold and CV processors.
Fredenstein announced a badass-looking equalizer in 500-series rack format - the F610 Universal Entzerrer UE-1. Yeah, it's named like a piece of lab equipment and it very much looks like one!
At NAMM 2018, BAE Audio-owned brand UK Sound introduced a pair of rackmount hardware compressors that promise a lot of vintage compression mojo for a fair price. These are the UK Sound 176 and 276 units.