Studio
Mastering Equalizers, Compressors & Processors
Crane Song STC 8H - Transparent and punchy, with unique Ki / Hara mode. It is my main tool for compression duties and is always used with an external HPF/LPF inserted in the S/C input for additional sound shaping possibilities.
ESE Transcomp - This unique trans-impendance optical compressor functions as my "glue & character" tool. Designed and built without compromise by an audiophile company it adds very musical and unobtrusive compression characteristics.
Crane Song Ibis M - this is the full mastering version with all controls on switches for perfect stereo matching and 100% recall. This EQ is musical, transparent and punchy, with unique "color" control which can be applied to a full EQ signal path or only one band.
Summit/Neve Element 78 - By the words of it's designer - legendary Rupert Neve - one of his best designs. Very transparent , yet it possesses a specific "Neve" sound.
SPL Pass EQ - Huge sounding passive equalizer with very neutral sound. In my opinion it just adds sound energy with minimal side effects.
API 2500 - Legendary 2 bus compressor. No more words needed.
Vertigo Sound VSM 2 aka The Mix Satellite - My "secret" weapon which enables me to use unique processing combinations of my existing analog outboard. There are two silky-velvety sounding harmonic saturation generators on board, that can be routed to process L/R or only Mid or Side. The sonic results derived from a careful (or exaggerated) use of its possibilities can go from very subtle to stunning.
BFE Filtek MK3 - The most colourful EQ in my arsenal. Completely refurbished and upgraded electronics add even better "crunchy -punchy" quality to the sound.