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Post by russellcreekps on May 21, 2024 9:45:59 GMT -6
Hey All,
I'm remain on the hunt for a pair of ideal vari-mu comps for my uses. Through researching the RS124 I've come across the RS660 and it seems pretty perfect. LOVE the sounds I've heard coming out of it, and the fact that it's got faster attack settings of the 660 as well the slower RS124 settings too. Of course I wish it had a bypass, but I can live without that. Wondering though, how others may feel about it on the mixbus without having an HPF sidechain? And any other thoughts would be greatly appreciated as well!
PS. Been seriously considering the Revolver, but I think it's a little too polite for what I'm looking for. The 14B was also a serious option but from what I've heard of it online, I feel it may introduce too much high end for my taste.
Cheers!
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Post by knucklehead89 on May 21, 2024 9:53:29 GMT -6
I have one and it’s one piece I’ll never sell. It’s one when tracking a vocal or bass through, the artist asks me what I’m using because it sounds really good to them. It does that thing where it makes the source more exciting and warmer at the same time. It’s magic. I would like to add a second sometime soon for that varimu mixbus option. Has to sound amazing
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Post by Johnkenn on May 21, 2024 13:16:03 GMT -6
I’m sure it’s badass. Still haven’t heard it though.
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Post by jacobamerritt on May 21, 2024 13:59:55 GMT -6
Hey All, I'm remain on the hunt for a pair of ideal vari-mu comps for my uses. Through researching the RS124 I've come across the RS660 and it seems pretty perfect. LOVE the sounds I've heard coming out of it, and the fact that it's got faster attack settings of the 660 as well the slower RS124 settings too. Of course I wish it had a bypass, but I can live without that. Wondering though, how others may feel about it on the mixbus without having an HPF sidechain? And any other thoughts would be greatly appreciated as well! PS. Been seriously considering the Revolver, but I think it's a little too polite for what I'm looking for. The 14B was also a serious option but from what I've heard of it online, I feel it may introduce too much high end for my taste. Cheers! The Weight Tank Comp is also very cool... You could get a pair for much less $$. Also has a sound that my artists who aren't gear nerds will say 'wow this sounds really good'. Ha. |
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Post by russellcreekps on May 21, 2024 18:38:36 GMT -6
Hey All, I'm remain on the hunt for a pair of ideal vari-mu comps for my uses. Through researching the RS124 I've come across the RS660 and it seems pretty perfect. LOVE the sounds I've heard coming out of it, and the fact that it's got faster attack settings of the 660 as well the slower RS124 settings too. Of course I wish it had a bypass, but I can live without that. Wondering though, how others may feel about it on the mixbus without having an HPF sidechain? And any other thoughts would be greatly appreciated as well! PS. Been seriously considering the Revolver, but I think it's a little too polite for what I'm looking for. The 14B was also a serious option but from what I've heard of it online, I feel it may introduce too much high end for my taste. Cheers! The Weight Tank Comp is also very cool... You could get a pair for much less $$. Also has a sound that my artists who aren't gear nerds will say 'wow this sounds really good'. Ha. I hear ya, but I’m thinkin it may not be delicate enough for mixbus duties. I have looked at them for sure, what are your thoughts in that aspect? (Btw I have a pair of the Locomotive WT72’s, they are my favourite pre’s by a mile…over my api’s and neve’s. Also love em in ‘line’ on mixbus) Really what I’m looking for are a pair of compressors that can do all that I need…I get that nothing will do everything for every sound in every way, but lets say you’re working in the Americana, dark country, folk-ish lane…the kinda music that loves vintage vibes. Looking for something in that sense which will be great for tracking vocals and acoustic guitar, then great for colour (THD) when needed on vsts, and a great mixbus comp…the kinda thing that when you turn it on, you noticeably hear what it’s doing. When I want clean, I’ve got plenty of options in the box. These would be my colour compressors…versatile enough that they can be heavy handed and polite (still hear its tone either way), yet not increasing the high end too much…prefer to control that myself with an EQ. All that to say, the sound examples I’ve heard are tremendous (when pushed or gentle), but haven’t found a single example for mixbus. Really looking to find out if anyone finds the lack of sidechain HPF makes them difficult on mixbus duties? But maybe they handle the low end really well regardless, that’s what I’m hoping for lol. I’ll probably eventually buy them regardless cuz they sound sooooo gooooood! PS. If anyone knows of audio clips online with them on the mixbus, that’d be really helpful too! |
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Post by jacobamerritt on May 22, 2024 0:10:43 GMT -6
I feel like they have the capability to be stereo linked out of the box.
I only have one. But yes- it definitely has lots of ‘color’ and a flavor for sure! At least to my ears… It’s my go to vocal compressor along with a Spectra C610 (totally different thing of course). But yes- vocals, bass, room mic. It’s lovely and full of character. I’ll never get rid of it and have considered getting a second many times. For the genre you’re describing I think it could be an excellent choice… also I think even if in bypass mode, it still colors the signal which could do nicely for your re-amping of VSTs etc… If you email Eric I bet he’ll be able to answer your questions. Really nice guy!
I also have a WT-72 pre and love it.
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Post by Ward on May 22, 2024 7:42:21 GMT -6
What does Chandler make that isn't amazing, spock? |
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Post by spock on May 22, 2024 8:50:37 GMT -6
What does Chandler make that isn't amazing, spock ? Ha! ...RS660 is really very special though IMHO. |
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Post by russellcreekps on May 22, 2024 16:27:24 GMT -6
What does Chandler make that isn't amazing, spock ? Ha! ...RS660 is really very special though IMHO. Yes, that’s what I’m thinking from what I’ve heard….very special indeed! Do you have a pair of them? If so, what are you thoughts on the mixbus? Thx |
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Post by spock on May 22, 2024 16:55:25 GMT -6
Ha! ...RS660 is really very special though IMHO. Yes, that’s what I’m thinking from what I’ve heard….very special indeed! Do you have a pair of them? If so, what are you thoughts on the mixbus? Thx Hi, well I’m clearly biased; you’re communing with Chandler Limited. I wish I had two, only the one unfortunately. I can tell you however, there are producers and engineers out there who have matched pairs, and others that started with one and add more. Have a look on Instagram and msg some of those with pairs. |
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Post by russellcreekps on May 22, 2024 17:02:27 GMT -6
Ah I didn’t realize. Appreciate the response!
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Post by the other mark williams on May 22, 2024 17:57:42 GMT -6
I feel like seawell had some good stuff on the RS660 after he got his? |
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Post by russellcreekps on May 22, 2024 18:06:21 GMT -6
I feel like seawell had some good stuff on the RS660 after he got his? Definitely watched his videos, but everything I’ve found so far online is mono. Would love to hear a pair strapped across the mixbus with a couple different examples. |
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Post by jono3 on May 23, 2024 9:11:26 GMT -6
Don't watch any seawell videos unless you're ready to drop cash.
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Post by Dan on May 23, 2024 10:15:42 GMT -6
I feel like seawell had some good stuff on the RS660 after he got his? Definitely watched his videos, but everything I’ve found so far online is mono. Would love to hear a pair strapped across the mixbus with a couple different examples. Why don’t you buy a stereo compressor then? Most compressors not meant for stereo will sum the audio (center compressed more than sides and ignore all phase cancellations from the mono sum) or side chains (better and will average them and still compress based on out of phase content but not perfect) to mono when linked instead of doing the greater of left or right, compressing with the pan law of your console or daw. |
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Post by jacobamerritt on May 23, 2024 18:24:47 GMT -6
Definitely watched his videos, but everything I’ve found so far online is mono. Would love to hear a pair strapped across the mixbus with a couple different examples. Why don’t you buy a stereo compressor then? Most compressors not meant for stereo will sum the audio (center compressed more than sides and ignore all phase cancellations from the mono sum) or side chains (better and will average them and still compress based on out of phase content but not perfect) to mono when linked instead of doing the greater of left or right, compressing with the pan law of your console or daw. It is meant for stereo though. At least according the manual. |
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Post by spock on May 23, 2024 19:55:24 GMT -6
Most "stereo" compressors, when in stereo mode, will pull the image narrower. However, when in dual mono the image appears wider, and most of the people I know, myself included, prefer it that way. Typically users of matched pairs of RS124s and RS660s will employ them unlinked on stereo sources, for the same aforementioned reason. For example, Tony Maserati, will run his matched pair of RS124s on parallel mix bus, unlinked. The key here is that they are a matched pair, without the link cable inserted.
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Post by russellcreekps on May 23, 2024 20:10:03 GMT -6
Most "stereo" compressors, when in stereo mode, will pull the image narrower. However, when in dual mono the image appears wider, and most of the people I know, myself included, prefer it that way. Typically users of matched pairs of RS124s and RS660s will employ them unlinked on stereo sources, for the same aforementioned reason. For example, Tony Maserati, will run his matched pair of RS124s on parallel mix bus, unlinked. The key here is that they are a matched pair, without the link cable inserted. Yes this, in total agreement…actually I think I learned that trick from a Joe Carrell PA vid…works great with plugs as well! Already have a quote from my pro audio dealer for a matched pair…now just gotta put the financing together! |
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Post by spock on May 23, 2024 20:56:29 GMT -6
Most "stereo" compressors, when in stereo mode, will pull the image narrower. However, when in dual mono the image appears wider, and most of the people I know, myself included, prefer it that way. Typically users of matched pairs of RS124s and RS660s will employ them unlinked on stereo sources, for the same aforementioned reason. For example, Tony Maserati, will run his matched pair of RS124s on parallel mix bus, unlinked. The key here is that they are a matched pair, without the link cable inserted. Yes this, in total agreement…actually I think I learned that trick from a Joe Carrell PA vid…works great with plugs as well! Already have a quote from my pro audio dealer for a matched pair…now just gotta put the financing together! Awesome! Yeah, I mean...once you hear something like that in dual mono, compared to 'stereo,' you can't un-hear it lol. |
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Post by russellcreekps on May 24, 2024 17:10:57 GMT -6
Spock, y’all should consider posting some SC audio samples or YT vids of it strapped across the mix bus. Force me to make the purchase! …Ah, I’ll just buy them anyway  …But still, could be cool for others. |
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Post by spock on May 24, 2024 20:03:04 GMT -6
Spock, y’all should consider posting some SC audio samples or YT vids of it strapped across the mix bus. Force me to make the purchase! …Ah, I’ll just buy them anyway …But still, could be cool for others. I agree and when things settle down, I'll see about it. I'll look forward to how you make out though, that's the best part for us. |
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…But still, could be cool for others.