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From there, if the user has decided that the audio is a little too smooth for their application a simple click of the release switch to the \"lofi\" setting will net all the \"in your face\" aggression a user may desire. Overall the clarity and performance of this unit is unparalleled by any unit based around a Voltage Controlled Amplifier (VCA) gain reduction cell. At first look it may suggest something from the past, but at first listen the user will understand the future of professional audio. Transformer balanced input\/output interface which gives the Obsidian its unique sound. The TXIO Enhanced option produces that \"phat\" classic analog sound making the Obsidian an excellent way to add warmth and character to digital audio workstations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dramastic Audio","offers":[{"title":"New | In Stock","offer_id":46167941153051,"sku":"OBSIDIAN","price":3195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"New - Version: OBSIDIANSL | On Order","offer_id":46167941185819,"sku":"OBSIDIANSL","price":3045.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pre-Owned | On Order","offer_id":49637861294363,"sku":"OBSIDIANSLEBAYPRO","price":2388.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9049\/3723\/files\/OBSIDIAN-0.jpg?v=1692021475"},{"product_id":"buzz-audio-dbc-m-mastering-edition-stereo-compressor-dbc-m","title":"Buzz Audio Dbc-M Mastering Edition Stereo Compressor","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe DBC-M is a Mastering version of the popular Buzz Audio DBC-20 diode bridge compressor and offers fully switched control for repeatable settings. The diode bridge gain reduction element coupled with their innovative side chain design delivers a vintage vibe like no other. The DBC-M audio path uses our Class A discrete amplifier designs in a balanced configuration from input to output with a radio steel laminated transformer to couple into the diode bridge element. This overall combination produces a desirable compression character that can best be described as tight, colourful and rich with harmonics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003edynamic ratio power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the style of compressors from the 60's, the DBC-M incorporates a automatic ratio whereby the compression ratio is progressively increased with deepening gain reduction. This feature allows for the control of very dynamic signals in a seamless fashion and is also a very desirable characteristic when used on complex percussive material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoperational ease\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis compressor is easy to get happening with six switched attack and release times covering a wide range, including an interesting auto release mode. Big knobs with 24 position stepped Elma controls are provided for the amount of compression and the output gain. The compressor can be switched to a Soft mode whereby dynamic peaks are partially retained and another switch introduces a high pass filter to the side chain to lower compression sensitivity at low frequencies. The attractive \"point source\" red LED bar graph meter accurately displays gain reduction and the gloss finish knobs adds to the vintage feel of the DBC-M.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buzz Audio","offers":[{"title":"New | On Order","offer_id":46181110382875,"sku":"DBC-M","price":2625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9049\/3723\/files\/DBCM_0.jpg?v=1692037643"},{"product_id":"buzz-audio-dbc-20-classic-diode-bridge-stereo-compressor-dbc-20","title":"Buzz Audio DBC-20 Classic Diode Bridge Stereo Compressor","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eaudio path color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most well known audio compressor that uses a diode bridge as the gain reduction element would have to be the Neve 2254. This is not a copy of that unit - but it is the inspiration for the DBC-20 design. The audio path features our Class A discrete BE41 amplifiers in a balanced configuration throughout, and for extra colour, we have a custom \"radio steel\" laminated transformer coupling into the diode bridge. This combination produces a vintage character that can best be described as tight, colourful and rich with harmonics!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003edynamic ratio power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique side chain design re-creates the style of compressors from the 60's (think Fairchild) whereby the compression ratio is progressively increased with deepening gain reduction. So as the input signal increases past threshold, the ratio will vary from 1:1 right up to 15:1. This feature allows for the control of very dynamic signals (such as vocals) in a seamless fashion and is also a very desirable characteristic when used on complex percussive material such as the drum buss and drum loops. On the mix buss the DBC-20 adds perfect analog colour to \"in the box\" mixes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoperational ease\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis compressor is easy to get happening with six switched attack and release times covering a wide range, including an interesting auto release mode. Big knobs are provided for the amount of compression and the output gain control. The compressor can be switched to a Soft mode whereby dynamic peaks are partially retained. Another switch introduces a high pass filter to the side chain to lower compression sensitivity at low frequencies which is useful on the mix bus. The large knobs with pointers allow for accurate resetting of the compressor and the fast response 15 LED bar graph meter accurately displays gain reduction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buzz Audio","offers":[{"title":"New | Special Order","offer_id":46181125128475,"sku":"DBC-20","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9049\/3723\/files\/DBC20_0.jpg?v=1692037670"},{"product_id":"heritage-audio-successor-stereo-bus-compressor-successor","title":"Heritage Audio Successor Stereo Bus Compressor","description":"\u003ch4\u003eWhy settle with sterile VCAs in your mix or instrument bus duties now that the \u003cstrong\u003eSuccessor\u003c\/strong\u003e is available?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e“Feel how your separate tracks interact and blend together in a way not possible when master bus compression duties are relegated to the mastering stage.”\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally bus compression has been taken care of by VCA style devices, based on ICs, which are wholly unrelated to the warmth, fatness and the character associated with discrete Class A technology, including chunky transformers and diode bridge-based gain reduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Heritage Audio Successor brings all these and then more:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fully Carnhill transformer coupled input and output unit, the new Successor is a true stereo diode-bridge based bus compressor with advanced sidechain filtering and built-in parallel processing capabilities, sharing the class A ´73 type output stage that Heritage Audio is famous for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on legendary vintage diode bridge designs, it keeps the sonic character of such units, but the added features make it a new beast on its own and will make your mixes shine in modern production environments. Ultra-fast attack and releases allow for larger than life drum bus compression sounds, while the complex sidechain filter lets you tailor your mix in ways not previously available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e“Snare drums can be more present and the stereo image widens as there is more natural room for tracks to breathe.”\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom FET like, all-buttons-in drum sounds (now in stereo!) to VCA style mix bus with added warmth and fatness only transformers can bring, the Heritage Audio Successor is designed to stay hooked up to your mix bus and make your mixes shine through.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage Audio","offers":[{"title":"New | On Order","offer_id":46181709512987,"sku":"SUCCESSOR","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9049\/3723\/files\/successor-0-2500x2500_1.jpg?v=1692038167"},{"product_id":"drawmer-1976-stereo-3-band-saturation-width-process-1976drawmer","title":"Drawmer 1976 Stereo 3-Band Saturation \u0026 Width Process","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 1976 3 band stereo saturation and width processor has been designed to inject character, colour \u0026amp; life into your recordings and live sound in a style endemic of the classic equipment of the 1970's. The completely analogue saturation of the 1976 will provide the realism that plug-ins can only aspire to, replacing the harsh, sterile digital sound with fullness, softness and warmth. Why emulate saturation when you can have the real thing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the highly acclaimed saturation and width features of our DC2476 Digital Mastering Processor the 3 bands of independent saturation of the 1976 have been designed to add the pleasing imperfections that are so endemic in classic gear. Saturation is ideal for adding fullness to your music, taking your music from a cold, bleak landscape to a warm, bright vista.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, however, unlike conventional saturation products the 1976 also features 3 bands of stereo width control to really bring out the depth and add real presence to your mix, and all with a single, yet comprehensive set of controls that provide genuine stereo operation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Drawmer","offers":[{"title":"New | In Stock","offer_id":46182458458395,"sku":"1976DRAWMER","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pre-Owned | On Order","offer_id":48152687771931,"sku":"1976DRAWMEREBAYPRO","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9049\/3723\/files\/1976DRAWMER_0_1.jpg?v=1692039270"},{"product_id":"api-select-sr22-dual-channel-compressor-api-sr22","title":"API Select SR22 Dual Channel Compressor","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe SR22 Dual Channel Compressor features two channels of API's patented award-winning compressor circuit in a rackmount unit with internal power supply. This same compressor circuit was originally designed into the legendary ATI Paragon analog live mixing console. Each channel includes the patented \u003cspan class=\"thrust_bold_italic\"\u003eTHRUST\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"thrust_reg\"\u003e®\u003c\/span\u003e circuit, which protects the sensitive high frequency content of the audio signal, even under the most vigorous of compression ratios. The perfect companion to the new SR24 Dual Channel EQ, the SR22 provides comprehensive, easy-to-use control along with classic analog VU meters for monitoring output and gain reduction. The two channels can also be linked for use as a stereo compressor with true RMS power summing of the left and right signals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"New | In Stock","offer_id":46183657406747,"sku":"API-SR22","price":1295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pre-Owned | In Stock","offer_id":48712415052059,"sku":"API-SR22EBAYPRO","price":1088.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9049\/3723\/files\/prod_sr22_1_xl.jpg?v=1692042334"},{"product_id":"manley-labs-stereo-variable-mu-limiter-compressor-mslchpms","title":"Manley Labs Stereo Variable Mu Limiter Compressor With MS Mod Option","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe MANLEY VARIABLE MU® LIMITER COMPRESSOR has been our best selling product for many years. It is one of the very few compressors that has become a real standard in Mastering studios and contributed to most hit records over the last decade and probably the next. \"Mu\" is tube-speak for gain, and Variable Mu® is our registered trademark for this limiter compressor. It works by using the \"remote cut-off\" or re-biasing of a vacuum tube to achieve compression. The precious vintage Fairchild 670 also uses this technique and is one of few all-tube compressor to do so, that we know of. Even the side-chain has glowing rectifier bottles. How’s it work? The unique 5670 dual triode is at the center of the peak-reducing and compression action constantly being re-biased by the vacuum tube rectified side-chain control voltages which cause this tube to smoothly change its gain. Just like that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe COMPRESS mode is soft-knee 1.5 to 1 ratio while the sharper knee LIMIT mode starts at 4 to 1 and moves to a more dramatic ratio of 20 to 1 when limiting over 12dB. Interestingly, the knee actually softens as more limiting is used. Distortion can be creatively used by turning up the Input and turning down the Output while using very little or no compression. See the gain reduction curves here!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might notice that the Variable Mu® Limiter Compressor has a ganged input control, but do not jump to conclusions that it is mono-unfriendly. Track away! There are separate threshold and output controls to make compensations with plus you can always adjust your individual source levels elsewhere, right? The advantage of the stereo input control becomes dramatically clear when you switch to LINK mode, and that’s what our Variable Mu® Limiter Compressor does better than anything else: final mix, 2-track, or mastering limiting and compression. Like one reviewer put it: “It’s like pouring a bowl of sweet cream over the mix.” Mmmmmm. Yummy. Give your music a big hug.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Manley Labs","offers":[{"title":"New | On Order","offer_id":46183856308507,"sku":"MSLCHPMS","price":5799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9049\/3723\/files\/mslchp-ft.jpg?v=1692042696"},{"product_id":"vertigo-sound-vsc-3-compressor-vsc-3","title":"Vertigo Sound VSC-3 Compressor","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe VSC-3 is the legal successor of the VSC-2, which now is a modern classic and can be found in many top class studios around the world.\u003cbr\u003eVertigo Sound spent a lot of effort making a good product even better. The VSC-3 can do all the tricks the VSC-2 is known and loved for plus a bunch of new features and options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VSC-3 is still named QUAD DISCRETE COMPRESSOR because it`s topology stays the same. It is so named, because it uses 4 VCAs built using only discrete components. It’s design is a nod toward the best VCA based compressors of the 70s and 80s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vertigo VCA is in fact named 1979. Some of the best features of these classic Compressors have been complimented in the VSC.\u003cbr\u003eThis classic based topology is combined with a modern mastering grade signal path. Some unique and innovative features lie beneath the bonnet, such as the ratio which increases with level in ‘Soft’ mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ff-color3\"\u003eTHE CONCEPT OF THE VSC-3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Quad Discrete Compressor uses four discrete 1979 VCAs in it’s two channels. Each channel has one VCA in the Audio Path and another in the sidechain. In Stereo SC Mode both sidechains are fully active; they are not summed together. The higher signal peak on either channel results in equal compression of both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Stereo SC Mode the VSC-2 reacts even to out of phase signal peaks without image shift. This is a unique innovation, far removed from simple Stereo Linking. The precision of this technique makes the Vertigo ideally suited for Mastering and Mix Bus compression. The Mono SC Mode is the exact opposite and is primarly designed to work in combination with RMS or for effect compression.With Dual Mode each channel has entirely separate controls and metering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrosstallk is less than minus 100dB, like two separate units!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vertigo Sound","offers":[{"title":"New | On Order","offer_id":46184324399387,"sku":"VSC-3","price":5457.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9049\/3723\/files\/jbm0268.jpg?v=1692043522"},{"product_id":"thermionic-culture-phoenix-sc-side-chain-model","title":"Thermionic Culture Phoenix SC - Side Chain Model","description":"\u003cp\u003e*Please note -- this item is a demo. Please see photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thermionic Culture Phoenix is a twin channel 'vari-mu' device. Compression ratio starts low and increases gradually so that compression can be subtle and natural, but compression effects can occur when driven hard. Very low noise. Continuously variable controls for Gain, Attack, Release, Threshold and Output Level. Stereo link for compressing a group (eg. drums) or a complete mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Phoenix enhances vocals \u0026amp; individual instruments by being unobtrusive, gently 'warming' sounds and making solos sound more powerful. It¹s impressive on overall mixes \u0026amp; can give a digital mix 'reality'. It¹s also excellent for compression effects. Try drums with a 'thump' attack (i. e slowest) \u0026amp; fast release.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thermionic Culture","offers":[{"title":"Demo | On Order","offer_id":47388618457371,"sku":"PHOENIXSCDEMO","price":3888.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Demo - Version | On Order","offer_id":47402518020379,"sku":"PHOENIXSCDEMO2","price":3888.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9049\/3723\/files\/87Aghghhg2692_105da5fe-d8d5-4edb-a822-934eea03ce9e.jpg?v=1701979185"},{"product_id":"heritage-audio-herchild-model-660-the-ardent-edition","title":"Heritage Audio HERCHILD Model 660: The Ardent Edition","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArdent Recording Studios is one of the most iconic music studios in the world. Known for its creative energy and technological excellence, it’s been home to a wide range of unique and talented recording artists, producers, and engineers, and has witnessed the creation of many timeless recordings that have influenced the direction of modern music and music production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSo it is easy to understand that when Ardent Studios first contacted us to evaluate the possibility of having an Ardent Edition of our HERCHILD to substitute their original Fairchild units we could barely believe it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSince its release, the HERCHILD has stablished itself as the industry reference for “Vari-Mu FAIRCHILD” compression all over the world, but with this request from Ardent we now had a new challenge…a unique opportunity to take it to another level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBut, what is so special about the original Ardent’s Fairchilds? Ardent’s team modified the attack and release times of their original units in the early 70’s so that the time constants were faster and, therefore, more usable for modern recording studios at the time. This mods were first used to track Jimmy Page’s acoustic guitars on Led Zeppelin III and it is been a best kept secret…until today. After receiving the pencil on paper notes from the original modifications, the Heritage Audio team has worked together with Ardent’s to nail the time constants of the original and after several months the HERCHILD \"Ardent Edition\" is a reality. Ardent’s team were so impressed by the performance of the HERCHILDs that they have changed their original units for 4 HERCHILD 660 and a HERCHILD 670.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor almost 60 years Ardent has been a special creative space for a diverse and world-renowned clientele; recording artists such as Led Zeppelin, Sam and Dave, ZZ Top, R.E.M., Isaac Hayes, The Staple Singers, Stevie Ray Vaughan, BB King, The Bar-Kays, The White Stripes, Big Star, Bob Dylan, The Raconteurs, The Gin Blossoms, Stevie Wonder, Steve Earle, Smashing Pumpkins, The Allman Brothers… just to name a few. Now you can own a legendary piece of gear that has been the centerpiece of so many multi platinum recordings for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe HERCHILD Model 660: The Ardent Edition will be produced only on request and in very limited units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon to all HERCHILD 660 iterations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor years the industry has referred to this tube-based beast as something special, unique and even magic-like.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe original Fairchild has indeed been an essential part of the sound to so many hits during several decades.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eIt certainly has earned its title as the ´grandaddy´ of all compressors.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eBeing based around 11 valves and 5 transformers you can be sure the HERCHILD Model 660 will imprint its signature sound all over your tracks providing that familiar tone that we’ve all come to love.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAlthough it was originally designed to be used for cutting lacquer masters for vinyl albums it didn’t take long for engineers to realize that it could do much more.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eIt soon became an essential studio tool for many innovative artists, engineers and producers and could be found in most professional studios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs there were only about 500 units originally produced there just simply aren’t enough to go around for everybody.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAdd to that the original requires quite a lot of special maintenance and after nearly 60 years there just simply aren’t many still in good shape.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSo that’s where Heritage Audio comes in…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe’ve been able to successfully follow the original design and trace the necessary components to provide a modern day alternative.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eIt’s taken us years, but we feel we’ve finally produced something so special that it’s capable of letting the old grandaddy take a long deserved rest, and make room for the new blood to take over. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt’s been quite a long journey, from sourcing thousands of NOS \u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVari-Mu\u003c\/span\u003e tubes from all around the world to commissioning the best names in the industry for making the needed custom transformers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile staying true to the original in terms of response and sound, we’ve been able to add a few things to make it more practical in modern day studios.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eFirst off we’ve given direct access to the continuously variable slope control.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThis is something that makes the compressor so much more flexible and was only available on the original via an inconvenient screw adjustment hidden from immediate access. Then there’s the SC FILTER.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNowadays, it’s just about impossible to fathom a compressor without this feature as it’s become so important in everyday use.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHere we’ve provided 4 different frequencies to choose from to precisely tailor your compression needs. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage Audio","offers":[{"title":"New | On Order","offer_id":48128618365211,"sku":"HA660ARDENT","price":5999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9049\/3723\/files\/Herchild-Model-660-TheArdentEdition_Front.jpg?v=1711643301"},{"product_id":"heritage-audio-herchild-model-670-the-ardent-edition","title":"Heritage Audio HERCHILD Model 670: The Ardent Edition","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArdent Recording Studios is one of the most iconic music studios in the world. Known for its creative energy and technological excellence, it’s been home to a wide range of unique and talented recording artists, producers, and engineers, and has witnessed the creation of many timeless recordings that have influenced the direction of modern music and music production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSo it is easy to understand that when Ardent Studios first contacted us to evaluate the possibility of having an Ardent Edition of our HERCHILD to substitute their original Fairchild units we could barely believe it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSince its release, the HERCHILD has stablished itself as the industry reference for “Vari-Mu FAIRCHILD” compression all over the world, but with this request from Ardent we now had a new challenge…a unique opportunity to take it to another level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBut, what is so special about the original Ardent’s Fairchilds? Ardent’s team modified the attack and release times of their original units in the early 70’s so that the time constants were faster and, therefore, more usable for modern recording studios at the time. This mods were first used to track Jimmy Page’s acoustic guitars on Led Zeppelin III and it is been a best kept secret…until today. After receiving the pencil on paper notes from the original modifications, the Heritage Audio team has worked together with Ardent’s to nail the time constants of the original and after several months the HERCHILD \"Ardent Edition\" is a reality. Ardent’s team were so impressed by the performance of the HERCHILDs that they have changed their original units for 4 HERCHILD 660 and a HERCHILD 670.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor almost 60 years Ardent has been a special creative space for a diverse and world-renowned clientele; recording artists such as Led Zeppelin, Sam and Dave, ZZ Top, R.E.M., Isaac Hayes, The Staple Singers, Stevie Ray Vaughan, BB King, The Bar-Kays, The White Stripes, Big Star, Bob Dylan, The Raconteurs, The Gin Blossoms, Stevie Wonder, Steve Earle, Smashing Pumpkins, The Allman Brothers… just to name a few. Now you can own a legendary piece of gear that has been the centerpiece of so many multi platinum recordings for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe HERCHILD Model 670: The Ardent Edition will be produced only on request and in very limited units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon to all HERCHILD 670 iterations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor years the industry has referred to this tube-based beast as something special, unique and even magic-like.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe original Fairchild has indeed been an essential part of the sound to so many hits during several decades..\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eIt certainly has earned its title as the ´grandaddy´ of all compressors.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eBeing based around 22 tubes and 9 transformers you can be sure the HERCHILD Model 670 will imprint its signature sound all over your tracks providing that familiar tone that we’ve all come to love.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAlthough it was originally designed to be used for cutting lacquer masters for vinyl albums it didn’t take long for engineers to realize that it could do much more.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eIt soon became an essential studio tool for many innovative artists, engineers and producers and could be found in most professional studios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs there were only about 500 units originally produced there just simply aren’t enough to go around for everybody.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAdd to that the original requires quite a lot of special maintenance and after nearly 60 years there just simply aren’t many still in good shape.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSo that’s where Heritage Audio comes in…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeritage Audio has been able to successfully follow the original design and trace the necessary components to provide a modern day alternative.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eIt’s taken us years, but we’ve finally produced something so special that it’s capable of letting the old grandaddy take a long deserved rest, and make room for the new blood to take over. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt’s been quite a long journey, from sourcing thousands of NOS vari mu tubes from all around the world to commissioning the best names in the industry for making the needed custom transformers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile staying true to the original in terms of response and sound, we’ve been able to add a few things to make it more practical in modern day studios.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eFirst off we’ve given direct access to the continuously variable slope control (DC Threshold).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThis is something that makes the compressor so much more flexible and was only available on the original via an inconvenient screw adjustment hidden from immediate access. Then there’s the SC FILTER.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNowadays, it’s just about impossible to fathom a compressor without this feature as it’s become so important in everyday use.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHere we’ve provided 4 different frequencies to choose from to precisely tailor your compression needs. 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