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Analog Lives On
Analog outboard processing is still in high demand today. Purely digital based digital recordings are often missing the warmth, tonality and character that make for brilliant audio works. Let us help you choose the right compressor, eq, limiters and effects racks that give your recordings the needed polish and professional touch.




Signal Processors
 
Presonus COMP16
Presonus COMP16 Compressor
Based on the award winning BlueMax compressor design, the COMP16 is the simplest professional quality compressor in the world. Sixteen presets have been carefully tailored for a wide range of applications including vocals, percussion, fretted instruments, keyboards, stereo program material and compression effects. Simply select the preset and adjust the input and output to desired level of compression. Finally a great-sounding compressor that anyone can use!

• Easy to Use 16 Presets
• Award-Winning Compressor Design
• Ultra Low Noise
• Back-Lit VU for Metering Compression
• Bypass Switch to Audition Compression
• Balanced XLR and Unbalanced ¼” I/O
• Musical / Wide Dynamic Range Compression
• Great for Recording or Live Sound
• Great for Guitars and Basses

DBX 160AD
dbx 160AD Compressor/Limiter
The dbx 160A is a legendary dbx 160 family of compressor/limiters. The same classic sound, easy set-up and no compromise metering is now married to an improved signal path and stronger chassis design. The result is industry standard compressor/limiter which is digital-ready and road tough.

Featuring switch-selectable OverEasy and Hard Knee compression curves along with extremely wide-ranging threshold, ratio and output controls, the dbx 160A is up to any task. True RMS level detection provides the most natural-sounding dynamics processing available, from subtle compression to "brick wall" peak limiting. Choose low ratios and OverEasy compression to transparently smooth out fluctuating vocal and instrumental levels. Or use the 160A's Hard Knee compression and high ratios (up to and beyond :1 and over 60dB gain reduction) for bombproof protection against overload distortion in digital recording, P.A. systems and broadcast signals. The 160A is fully compatible with +4/-10dB and balanced/ unbalanced systems, and its electronically balanced output stage is an outstanding line driver for long cable runs (an output transformer is optional). The 19-segment, switchable input/ output LED metering can be easily calibrated to any operating level. 12-segment gain reduction LEDs provide precise analysis at a glance.

DBX 166XL
dbx 166XL Dual Compressor/Gate
When using the 166XL’s Attack and Release controls, artists and engineers will find that the center settings deliver classic dbx compression, while the full control range produces voicings that extend from slow “leveling” to aggressive “peak” limiting.The 166XL’s advanced gate circuitry uses a completely new, program-dependent timing algorithm to produce ultra-smooth release characteristics—even with complex signals, such as voice or reverb decays. dbx engineers went on to take advantage of the wide dynamic range and high precision of the dbx V1 VCA to design in an extra-wide threshold range and ensure top gating performance for each application.

Separate precision LED displays for gain reduction, compression threshold and gate threshold allow quick, accurate setup, while the 166XL’s intuitive operation lets users easily smooth uneven levels, add sustain to guitars, squash drums or tighten up mixes. In Stereo couple mode, the Channel 1 controls become Master controls, and Channel 2 follows precisely to ensure a rock solid stereo image—even with high amounts of compression, through True RMS Power Summing™. Professionals and newcomers alike will find that the 166XL sets up rapidly and musically the first time it is used, especially with the Auto attack and release function. Advanced applications are now easy, with the 166XL’s full sidechain functionality, and the ability to use either hard knee or OverEasy® compression algorithms. Add to this already impressive list of features the venerable PeakStop™ limiter, and you’ve got a strong finisher, every time.

Lexicon MX-200
Lexicon MX200 Stereo Reverb/Effects Processor with USB “Hardware Plug-In” Capability
Whether you're looking for raw processing power with instant front-panel access for live performance, or seeking rich, smooth and complex processing algorithms in the studio, Lexicon® brings the best of both worlds together in the MX200 Dual Reverb/Effects Processor. Designed with both live sound reinforcement and home recording in mind, MX200 features the deep, rich reverb and effects algorithms that built the Lexicon legend, and adds increased versatility with specialty effects and dbx® dynamics. Each of the 32 stunning reverbs and effects – and their parameters – are all instantly accessible within a single button push or knob turn on the intelligently designed front panel without wading through bank after bank of tedious menus. Add powerful Editor/Librarian and VST® / Audio Units software, and bring 35 years of Lexicon heritage to your desktop.

Lexicon MX400
Lexicon MX400 4-in/4-out Reverb/Effects Processor with USB “Hardware Plug-In” Capability
You want the rich, luscious sound that’s defined studio reverb for three decades: a genuine Lexicon hardware processor. But you also want the flexibility of programming high-quality effects right inside your DAW program…without bogging down your CPU or resorting to expensive processing cards.

Have it all with the MX400. All parameters of every reverb, delay and dynamic effect in this powerhouse quad processor are available inside any VST® or AU compatible DAW program. Just link your computer to the MX400 with a USB cable and control all automation and recall parameters exactly as you would with any software plug-in — while enjoying the sonic benefits only Lexicon hardware can provide.

Along with our unique “hardware plug-ins” for PC and Mac®, we’ve also included MX-Edit™ Librarian software so you can store and recall custom programs or pull up your choice of 223 genuine Lexicon settings including 25 dedicated Surround Programs. At its heart, the MX400 is everything you would expect from the company that invented digital reverberation. Seventeen Lexicon reverbs, delays and modulation effects plus dbx® compression and de-essing. A generous LCD display and big comfy knobs you can get your hands around.

Universal Audio 1176LN Limiting Amp

Universal Audio 1176LN Limiting Amplifier

The MDR-7506 is a large diaphragm foldable headphone designed for professional studio and live/broadcast applications.

• Rugged, closed ear design
• Folding construction
• 40mm driver unit
• Includes soft case
• Gold Connectors and OFC Cord
• Stereo Unimatch Plug

Teletronix LA-2A
Teletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier
The MDR-7509HD is a high-quality stereo headphone for critical and demanding professional applications, including studio and broadcast monitoring.

• Closed type headphones for sound monitoring by professional studio engineers and musicians
• Circum-aural headphones
• 80kHz reproduction using 50mm HD driver units
• High power handling capacity 3,000mW
•Gold connectors and OFC cord with stereo unimatch plug
• Unique folding design with supplied soft case
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