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The COMBINATOR is an amazing 5 band
compressor that emulates famous broadcasting and
masteringcompressors.
A highly complex processor, the COMBINATOR
utilises automatic parameter control that produces
stunning and “inaudible” results. Makeup-gain for
each frequency band is automatically adjusted
by the Spectral Balance Control (SBC) function to
maintain a balanced audiospectrum.
The Fairchild 670 tube compressor achieves record
bids in high-end vintage gear auctions, due to its
highly musical colouration, which makes it a classic
in the history of compressors. Two small trimming
potentiometers set the control side chain action, a
six-step switch determines the timing, and the two
large Input and Threshold knobs adjust the levels.
Our FAIR COMPRESSOR model is true to the
original signal path, and conveniently provides
models for dual, stereo-linked or M/S operation.
(Inspired by the Fairchild670*)
Pultec wrote the book on passive equalisation.
By digitally “rebuilding” every aspect of the original
Pultec classic, we captured the very essence in
our XTEC EQ5 parametric equaliser. Our digital
re-incarnation is based on the original model and
authentically emulates the smooth character of
its rather unique components. (Inspired by the
Pultec MEQ5*)
The XTEC EQ1 is based on one of the undisputedly
best passive studio equalisers ever manufactured.
Virtually indescribable, recording engineers claim
the Pultec EQP-1a to be the “secret sauce” of
soundenhancement.
We analysed this classic at component level and
created an exact physical model that reproduces
the multi-faceted sound in painstaking detail. Even
the transformers and tube output stage have been
faithfully modelled! (Inspired by the Pultec EQP-1a*)
The Live! Award 1995