Paul's External Channel Strip Recommendations


On show #11 (IHR_03_18_06), Paul's 101 segment talks about compression and limiting. Read more about a few recommendations for outboard channel strips that feature built-in dynamic processing, that you can to for record into your DAW...


Focusrite Voicemaster Mic Pre: I've used this one before and think it sounds great for the price. The only drawback (if you need it) is the lack of a digital output.

Product Description:
The Voicemaster Platinum from Focusrite is a multifunctional mic preamp featuring a discrete mic preamp, noise-reducing downward expander, vocal saturator, optocompressor, EQ, and de-esser in a single-space rack unit.



Focusrite TrakMaster Pro Channel Strip: I personally own this unit (but not the pro version) and am very happy with it. It's not a NEVE, but hey - for the price, you can't go wrong... sounds great and is easy to use.

Product Description:
Never before has there been a more affordable tracking device, which still manages to encompass the design philosophy and integrity that have ensured that Focusrite be held in such high esteem over so many years. The TrakMaster Pro features a high-quality mic preamp, intuitive compression, a three band flexible EQ, and "tube sound" control, all together in one unit to ensure you have all you require to get a quality signal tracked. You even have the option to fit a Focusrite A/D card taking you directly from the Trak Master into your digital workstation.



Avalon VT 737 sp Mono Mic Pre/Compressor: Are you a person that wants the absolute best? Do you have a lot of room on your credit card? This unit is used on more hit productions in more top studios than I can count. Maybe this is a bit overkill, but then again... it's YOUR music!


Posted: Wed - March 22, 2006 at 03:30 PM          

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