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Post by Johnkenn on May 24, 2023 13:51:54 GMT -6
Really, really nice. Had a BAE here for a bit and the Sowter (vintage) output transformer sounded almost identical to it. EQ is always difficult for me to assess. Everything sounds like it does the right values. I’m usually just making small moves and use it for tracking, so I’m never pushing it that hard. stam you still have stock? If anyone wants some quick and dirty vocals or guitar I can post. |
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Post by mike on May 24, 2023 13:58:03 GMT -6
Nice, .....In (Vintage) Sowter mode does it sound the same as your MK1 with Sowters?
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Post by Johnkenn on May 24, 2023 14:03:04 GMT -6
Nice, .....In (Vintage) Sowter mode does it sound the same as your MK1 with Sowters? I actually don’t have that one anymore unfortunately. I’m busted with Stam now lol. But it was really, really good. Yeah - I think it definitely sounds the same from memory. The Sowter and Carnhill difference is pretty subtle on vocals imo. Maybe you could tell it more on drums or something. Just with vocals, I hear the Carnhill as having more top end sizzle. |
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Post by mike on May 24, 2023 14:14:28 GMT -6
Nice, .....In (Vintage) Sowter mode does it sound the same as your MK1 with Sowters? I actually don’t have that one anymore unfortunately. I’m busted with Stam now lol. But it was really, really good. Yeah - I think it definitely sounds the same from memory. The Sowter and Carnhill difference is pretty subtle on vocals imo. Maybe you could tell it more on drums or something. Just with vocals, I hear the Carnhill as having more top end sizzle. Nice to have both Sowter and Carnhill options in one box you can choose depending on mic and source. |
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Post by Johnkenn on May 24, 2023 14:16:45 GMT -6
Yeah - you get a lot for the amount of money it costs. The only issue I’ve had is I had to tighten the nut on the low eq as the whole thing started moving.
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Post by ericn on May 24, 2023 15:31:42 GMT -6
Yeah - you get a lot for the amount of money it costs. The only issue I’ve had is I had to tighten the nut on the low eq as the whole thing started moving. I have had to do that to an entire console more than once! |
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Post by phdamage on May 24, 2023 18:56:38 GMT -6
I just got my 500 series 1073 pre with the tube output stage and immediately bought another. thick and gooey. good stuff! wish i had ten of them.
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Post by brenta on May 25, 2023 13:57:23 GMT -6
I've got one of these too. I can try posting a shootout I did with re-amped electric guitar if I get some time and can figure out how to post audio files.
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Post by patrickp on Jun 2, 2023 15:01:10 GMT -6
Hey good people! just received my Stam Audio 1073EQ+ MK2 and its really awesome!!! pairing really well with my Black Lion Bluey. what a colorful versatile chain.Love the saturation I can get. Was wondering about the V/M switch (Vintage/Modern transformer output selection). I know the Vintage is the Sowter Marinair replica and Modern is Carnhill output transformer but its not clear wish one is it when the button is pressed or not pressed. Any help? I would assume when the button is not pressed its the default Sowter? and pressed is the Carnhill option? wanted to be sure.  thanks Stam Audio for this masterpiece. I'm so happy. Patrick |
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Post by stam on Jun 3, 2023 19:39:52 GMT -6
Pressed is Sowter.
You should hear a noticeable difference on the top end (roll off) and a tad more low end.
I am glad to read the positive reviews. Will make some 1272's now which for me are super magical.
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thanks Stam Audio for this masterpiece. I'm so happy. Patrick