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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Jun 1, 2017 16:23:32 GMT -6
Again they split the signal with a TRANSFORMER which took the load, phase, and impedance interaction OUT of the microphones and preamps so in essence you were only getting a converter duplication of a sound with almost no color or character from the preamps... And the hardware is still much more alive and bright and has air.. The plug is small dull and murky. It would be a bit hard to do the test any other way..... I agree the air is missing from the plugin. It is particularly noticeable on the lead vocal even in the mix. Also I felt like there was a bit of buildup in the mids on the apollo. I have the BF so it would be great if the Apollo was indistinguishable from the real deal.. But the Apollo gets the job done with some extra outboard.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on May 25, 2017 1:31:44 GMT -6
I'm just a hacker/noob, I have a very hard time working on SMD. My hand is not steady enough for those tiny parts. I think it's better left to a wave soldering machine than me. I know some guys in town though, that like Brad, are comfortable with the re-work. Depending how much importance you put on your capacitors, I think your options would be very limited in SMD. As others have already pointed out. But caps are one of the small parts that make big differences to me in my audio constructions. My DBX 560A compressors, and my MXR GT-OD, both are SMD heavy boxes that sound great, so I am certain that it can be done well. I haven't had the need or opportunity to design anything with SMD but I agree with the capacitors. Good audio designers will use quality capacitors where they count. Even in SMD designs. Rupert neve designs come to mind.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on May 24, 2017 21:13:04 GMT -6
I'm curious about this too. Bad Cat amps has a new amp that instead of point to point has I think, surface mounted circuit boards. They claim it's more consistent and sounds as good as the hand wired amps. Hey Martin, Their new range of amps use PCB's but I'm pretty sure they don't use SMD (surface mount devices). Other companies do in their smaller amps.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on May 19, 2017 19:01:16 GMT -6
In terms of the continuing to invest in UA plugs. I completely hear you. Personally, I have decided not to buy any more ua plugs. Final note, the stam is real OB, not code. I have never used a real sll comp but I do really appreciate the stam ssl comp. Same boat. Unless I think it will improve my tracking workflow in terms of monitoring, I probably won't invest money in UAD plugins.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on May 9, 2017 15:23:06 GMT -6
Which capsule and output transformer did you use? I assume the K47 Classic capsule offered by AMI and the BV08? Thanks Full AMI U47 kit, with all components needed, BV8Classic transformer, K47Classic capsule, NOS Telefunken EF800 tube, 47TSA Noval tube socket, Binder connector, made in USA 47RP-PSU , Accusound AT7 made in the USA cable, 47Box, 47 shock mount. I have a based closely on Olivers design and agree that it wont sound exactly like the real deal.. But I would have thought that the K47Classic capsule would make up most of the difference in sound. I haven't heard the capsule myself but it appears to be a re-skinned capsule of Chinese origin. It probably sounds very good but different from an original Neumann M7.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on May 7, 2017 22:05:58 GMT -6
Cool product release.. Oliver redesign is highly respected.. Has anyone ever shot out these mics against original 47's? I am not trying to nitpick just asking? I truly hope this product is a successful for you Stam. I also hope that each and every component is built / assembled with pride paying attention to detail 😀 oh yeah hope they ship on time as well More questions : Is this a diy kit or an actual Stam designed product? Where is the mic body head and grille made? Are they from the AMI kit? They look similar.. I do know when I looked at the AMI t47 mic kit with Blue Line and it was around $1000-$1100 and still needed to be built. Re: SA87 We are in May has anyone received their SA87 that we're shipping in March? Maybe I missed the thread? How are they sounding and comparing to other mics ( and 87's obviously 😀 ) Has anyone used theirs to record stuff they can post? From what stam has posted i think its safe to assume that these are based on the Max's circuit and the PCBs are Dany Bouchards design. The pictures of the bodies and PSU cases show that they are from Alctron or a similar manufacturer in china. These were originally designed at groupdiy forum and close attention was made to get the head basket correct. But since then they have been more widely used. (I think the pearlman tm-47 may be the same body.) Whatever the case these bodies are pretty good quality. I have a few at home. If Stam can get a stock of quiet tubes I think these will be a good buy especially at the intro price.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on May 7, 2017 21:52:16 GMT -6
Was it Oliver or Max from iaudio who came up with 2 tube model to recreate the original electrical properties ? Why a tube in the psu ? The D47 is based on the Ioaudio design. From what i have read and seen Max was the first to actually use 2 tube in a 47 circuit.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on May 7, 2017 17:06:16 GMT -6
Seems like a very good deal.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Apr 9, 2017 16:32:17 GMT -6
I've been flirting with the idea of changing platforms, or even doing a plugin dump and starting fresh with a select few. I got to looking in my UAD account and I can see all of my plugin purchases with the purchase amounts for each. I may be softening my stance on UA reselling and value. I have most of the good stuff (without listing the freebies everyone has): Harrison 32C EMT140 Pultec MKII Neve 33609 1176 MKII LA2A MKII Ampex ATR-102 Helios Type 69 Fairchild MKII Dimension D / Studio D DBX 160 Neve 88RS MKII EP-34 AMS RMX16 Zener Limiter Ampeg B-15N Ampeg SVT-VR Fender '55 Tweed Oxide Tape AKG BX-20 API Vision Fatso Lexicon 224 Manley Massive Passive Neve 1073 MKII Ocean Way Studer A800 Total dollar amount paid: $1215 The single most expensive plug I bought was the Zener Limiter for $149.50. Most everything else was under $100, the majority being under $30 or free. That's an average of $45 per plug. That's crazy. A couple of thoughts. I don't think I'll end up selling my UAD stuff. Even though I don't use much of it consistently, it's still an insane value in this case. As much as I want to be able to sell the stuff I don't use, how would it work if I was allowed to sell plugs that I paid little to no money for (after coupons and UAD sales)? Don't get me wrong, I'd be all in for it. Just don't know how that would work. You have definitely got a good deal. I think in the passed it was easier to get good deals as UAD would overlap discount vouchers. This rarely happens now, so I think for someone getting into them it is not such a good investment. Yes UAD make good plugins but they are not the exclusive high end that they use to be.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Apr 5, 2017 14:41:35 GMT -6
They need a subscription plan. It would probably be about $80 a month though.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Apr 2, 2017 17:34:24 GMT -6
Always heard great reviews about Ed andersons transformers... And CAPI and hairball employ them in their respective circuits... jsteiger can probably tell you way more I have a pair of gap 73s that were completely rebuilt by Jim Jacobsen and Langston. They use the ed andersons and I like them better then every other neve I've had beside them. I haven't heard the sowters though. Cool, Do you know what he used as the input tx?
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Mar 31, 2017 16:43:14 GMT -6
where do the Ed Anderson transformers fall on this scale? I know Ed has Transformers for the 1176 and API circuits, never heard of Ed adding to the Neve fray, he seams to try and cover areas where there are no or few quality historically accurate choices and there are plenty in the Neve reproduction flavor already! Yeah, he does do a LO1166. Its the EA-1166-500 "mini1166" for use with 500 series modules. I have never tried that particular tx but Ed makes quality products.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Mar 28, 2017 20:21:28 GMT -6
Do you have Comp54s? I seem to remember you considering them. If so, this look like the same circuit to you? I have the alctron 1073 preamps. 2254s are pretty much 1073 preamps with a diode bridge on the front end for the compression control. Hey svart, Where did you get those preamps from? I can't see them for a cheaper price than other alternatives.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Mar 21, 2017 22:19:27 GMT -6
Long way to go I see. But once you get rid of those pesky diffusers and swap out that desk for a modern MacBook almostpro and slate super subscription you'll be ready to go.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Mar 21, 2017 0:48:40 GMT -6
Sideshow, I dig the knobs on your dbx 160's, they're not stock, AFAIK. Did you do that? Cheers, It's actually a clone I made up. Got the pcbs cheap off gdiy. Knobs are just basic ones from jaycar.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Mar 19, 2017 18:25:35 GMT -6
I love the "interface on a desk" setup! It's where a lot of us started, I think. At least a large minority. Haha that was when I was testing out the bf. It has replaced the ff800 in the rack now.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Mar 19, 2017 17:22:33 GMT -6
Build this this desk a few years ago. It's based on a sterling modular.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Mar 18, 2017 21:25:19 GMT -6
I can tell you about Australia. Anything (including shipping) that is over 1000AUD australian, around 750USD today, is subject to import fees... and thus would require brokerage. cheers Wiz This is why I get things shipped to my brother in Auz and he brings them over to NZ. Our limit is about 280usd including shipping. Another option is freight forwarding. They let you determine the price before they ship it to you.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Mar 3, 2017 5:20:49 GMT -6
I see it from a different perspective. I still have enough power on my Quad Card... I use the UAD plugs like some extra outboard. Charging me for mk II was nothing but stupid, pulled me away as a long time customer. Second thing that pulled me away was their last poll . I give them 30 minutes of my working time, and the voucher is limited. NG marketing strategy. The prices for thier plug ins are nothing but crazy... Last thing is. We have great sounding native plug ins... I jet do not see a reason to buy more UAD plug ins. We agree they are way too much expensive and the point of a plugin is to treat as a plugin it like HW 😂 It's hard for me to recommednUAD at all to anyone because of the entry price to the platform and plugin cost... I got a $50 voucher this month, seems $25 ain't working for UAD. Yes that voucher that expired for the survey is bullshit. I was definitely not happy about that either... They have been timing vouchers to expire just before a sale and voucher seem to expire within a month.. I don't even bother looking at what I can get with a voucher anymore because they are always so restricted. I do think UAD plugins are great for monitoring if you have an Apollo.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Feb 12, 2017 18:26:07 GMT -6
I'm assuming that this would be for recording with an amp and cab. If you are then something that does 4 cable hookup a modeler is probably is the best bet.
If you are crazy about effects and are only looking at it for guitar then an AxeFx is the obvious choice. I use to have the TC rack unit years ago but the Axefx took over when the original came out.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Jan 30, 2017 14:10:17 GMT -6
Well I bought everything used for about 50-70% off retail so it's not that bad. The used MK1 Symphonies are the best value in pro audio right now. Some people prefer their sound to the MK2's even. If UAD released a professional grade Apollo I could just buy one and save a ton of money on cables and such. I just got tired of waiting/hoping for that to happen. Which Apollo do you have?
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Cubase 9
Dec 19, 2016 15:54:29 GMT -6
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Dec 19, 2016 15:54:29 GMT -6
That's funny....I ran 6.0 off the DVD for YEARS....when I brought the Mac in, I went ahead and updated to their last point release for it 6.07 on both machines....and had the first issues I've ever had with modern Cubase. Nothing major--but, they enabled some kind of retrospective record BS that made the time stamping incorrect on the files that started recording from the top....they will I'm sure claim that's "a feature not a bug"--but, on what planet do you EVER want your timestamps WRONG? The "feature" was whatever retrospective record buffer....the fact that it fucked the timestamps is a BUG. Uncheck pref box and it went back to working as it should. It was just odd to see features being added to a real point release. Not a .5 paid upgrade....but, what should amount to a bug fix release....that not only still HAS that bug to this day....but, the 6.0 n the DVD didn't have it. I will admit I have limited experience with Cubase on windows as I have primarily used mac. I do test the latest Cubase releases but have moved to logic. Has Cubase updated the window management in windows? That windows within a window did my head in.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Dec 18, 2016 15:40:05 GMT -6
It seems like many-if not all - DAW software vendors release "upgrades" which are not fully tested. Then, when complaints come pouring in they deal with the problems. Seems like it's safer to wait for the new "upgrade" to get fixed before buying. Always thought the .5 versions of cubase were more stable.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Dec 16, 2016 4:05:10 GMT -6
Transformerless. I wonder if it is based on something or a totally new design.
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Dec 13, 2016 15:34:38 GMT -6
How do you find the kemper compared to the axefx? (I know this is asked everywhere but on most forums its had to know who to trust.)
The reason I ask is that i have an Axefx 1 which I seldom use, but when it did i always hated messing around with the setting. I am much more of a "set and for get" amp guy. I have a kid on the way and I don't think I will be cranking a valve amp around the house in the near future. So I have been contemplating selling an amp or two to fund a kemper.
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