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Post by ericn on May 23, 2024 21:39:40 GMT -6
Yeah those were fun, you could get away with using a 22 like a API 560 but man if you really really want to know what all the fuss about KT Graphics was you owe it to yourself to get a DN27! Just remember you don’t have to move all 27 faders😳 |
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Post by ironinthepath on May 23, 2024 22:34:36 GMT -6
I really like seeing the "guts" :-)
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Post by poppaflavor on May 23, 2024 22:38:48 GMT -6
Yeah those were fun, you could get away with using a 22 like a API 560 but man if you really really want to know what all the fuss about KT Graphics was you owe it to yourself to get a DN27! Just remember you don’t have to move all 27 faders😳 I really struggled with the higher number fader/pot fized frq EQs (>15 bands), and also so many are not in/out transfo balanced or are poorly balanced with schlock transfos. I had a bunch, and some were actually even super sweet, but untenable for me at least. I tried some truly delicious ones like the SCV 231 SPR and the TEQ DG-4022, but I've learned that for me more than ~10 bands is just not appropriate for my workflow and ability. And the DN27 is (I think) only one single channel and does not have these same hefty transformers. At least I couldn't find pics of DN-27s with luscious transfos like this, but that may depend on the model and who is selling it. With regards the DN-22, I got a good 'un, but I've seen several DN-22 with no transformers or with just transfos only on ins or outs. Not a knock on those gearz, 'cause certainly transfos are not required for tone when we have so many inductors on board, but the fixed freq high knob/fader number (15-31 fader per channel) is just analysis paralysis with not enough width in the freq per knob for me. And running 2 X DN27 but not using the bands instead of running my DN22 and using the bands is not appealing. |
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Post by ericn on May 24, 2024 5:59:51 GMT -6
Yeah those were fun, you could get away with using a 22 like a API 560 but man if you really really want to know what all the fuss about KT Graphics was you owe it to yourself to get a DN27! Just remember you don’t have to move all 27 faders😳 I really struggled with the higher number fader/pot fized frq EQs (>15 bands), and also so many are not in/out transfo balanced or are poorly balanced with schlock transfos. I had a bunch, and some were actually even super sweet, but untenable for me at least. I tried some truly delicious ones like the SCV 231 SPR and the TEQ DG-4022, but I've learned that for me more than ~10 bands is just not appropriate for my workflow and ability. And the DN27 is (I think) only one single channel and does not have these same hefty transformers. At least I couldn't find pics of DN-27s with luscious transfos like this, but that may depend on the model and who is selling it. With regards the DN-22, I got a good 'un, but I've seen several DN-22 with no transformers or with just transfos only on ins or outs. Not a knock on those gearz, 'cause certainly transfos are not required for tone when we have so many inductors on board, but the fixed freq high knob/fader number (15-31 fader per channel) is just analysis paralysis with not enough width in the freq per knob for me. And running 2 X DN27 but not using the bands instead of running my DN22 and using the bands is not appealing. Like so many pieces of that era on the KT transformers were optional. The 27 was the original KT product, the transformers do indeed add something, but 27 bands of inductors just brings some magic. |
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Post by thehightenor on May 24, 2024 10:05:05 GMT -6
Just bought ....
A Ferrofish Pulse 16 (16 channels of I/O)
RME RayDAT
BLA Bluey.
I'm really excited about trying the Bluey with my Retro STA Level on a Cubase channel insert on vocals.
Now note to self, no more spending money!! Ever!!
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Post by chessparov on May 24, 2024 12:22:52 GMT -6
SO graphic. Especially for "tender eyes and ears". (Like Eric) BTW my little eye spied a "Made In Germany" on one of the parts.   Chris |
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Post by Ward on May 24, 2024 12:34:05 GMT -6
It's page 409 and nobody has mentioned acquiring a Sennheiser 409 yet.
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Post by chessparov on May 24, 2024 13:06:16 GMT -6
"She's real fine" "My 409" "My 4-0-9" |
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Post by ericn on May 24, 2024 14:56:33 GMT -6
"She's real fine" "My 409" "My 4-0-9" It’s a very clean Formula that 409. |
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Post by ericn on May 24, 2024 14:57:44 GMT -6
It's page 409 and nobody has mentioned acquiring a Sennheiser 409 yet. w E I R D Does this mean page 512 will be devoted to API 512’s |
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Post by teejay on May 24, 2024 15:22:46 GMT -6
What about pages 47, 49, 67, 251, 269...here we go.
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Post by thehightenor on May 24, 2024 15:46:50 GMT -6
It's page 409 and nobody has mentioned acquiring a Sennheiser 409 yet. w E I R D I better start saving for page 670  |
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Post by lowlou on May 25, 2024 2:21:08 GMT -6
Machinedrum SPS-1 mk2 UW+, a quirky 12 bit digital drum machine with a peculiar sound (not everybody's into this kind of thing), early Elektron stuff, brilliant sequencer and live sampling capabilities,
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Post by sentientsound on May 25, 2024 12:23:40 GMT -6
Machinedrum SPS-1 mk2 UW+, a quirky 12 bit digital drum machine with a peculiar sound (not everybody's into this kind of thing), early Elektron stuff, brilliant sequencer and live sampling capabilities, Those sound fantastic, nice aquisition! Really tight and characterful sound, and as you said the sequencer and live operation are inspiring and easy once you're used to them. |
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Post by lowlou on May 25, 2024 14:17:31 GMT -6
Thanks ! Yeah I'm excited, I love the Autechre-style digi sound and have been searching for a long time.
I'll see if I like the Machinedrum UW RAM machines controlled via MIDI (the realtime live sampling facility), then I'll consider their Octatrack "dynamic sampler" too, which draws its basic concept from the Machinedrum UW RAM machines.
But the Octa sound is meh because of very bad converters. I never liked the demos I heard of it, and then discussions emerged saying they use the cheapest convertor chips available & confirmed my impressions. Old 2$ cellphone convertors, really bad quality. Shitty cheap chips ! Hopefully a MK3 is on the horizon...
At least the Machinedrum doesn't try to fake transparent conversion like the Octa, it's 12 bit and that's all you get, for better or worse.
xxx
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Post by linas on May 28, 2024 8:16:49 GMT -6
I promise myself that I will definately aquire some gear very soon! (bow)
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Post by basspro on May 28, 2024 8:59:29 GMT -6
Got a pair of Serrano 87s over the weekend and I'm seriously impressed! These mics are punching way above their weight class. Multi-pattern condensers were the one thing in my mic locker where I had a bit of a hole, but now I'm feeling very good about my options!
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Post by Ward on May 28, 2024 9:07:24 GMT -6
Got a pair of Serrano 87s over the weekend and I'm seriously impressed! These mics are punching way above their weight class. Multi-pattern condensers were the one thing in my mic locker where I had a bit of a hole, but now I'm feeling very good about my options! Love mine. Absolutely fabulous microphones. |
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Post by the other mark williams on May 28, 2024 9:39:40 GMT -6
Got a pair of Serrano 87s over the weekend and I'm seriously impressed! These mics are punching way above their weight class. Multi-pattern condensers were the one thing in my mic locker where I had a bit of a hole, but now I'm feeling very good about my options! I still love mine, too. Carlos did a great job with these. |
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Post by geoff738 on May 29, 2024 17:40:42 GMT -6
Just picked up the Savant audio Quantum reverb plug. I didn’t even demo it. Super easy process, quick download and install. Shows up in Logic as validated and I try to put it on a track and its not there. Restart Logic and same thing. Do I need to do something more to authorize? Look in the plugins library folder and everything looks good. Then pop it on a stereo track. Bingo. There it is.
Anyhow I was doing so well not buying plugins. But it’s like crack.
Cheers,
Geoff
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Post by drumsound on May 31, 2024 0:15:59 GMT -6
I got my Eastwood Classic 12 today. It was a killer deal on a B-stock for $300 off. It sounds great, even when my drummer ass plays it. link |
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Post by plinker on May 31, 2024 9:37:07 GMT -6
Senn 441-U -- about 15 years old, in minty fresh shape!
What a cool sounding mic, unlike any other dynamic I've tried.
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Post by chessparov on May 31, 2024 12:14:17 GMT -6
I got my Eastwood Classic 12 today. It was a killer deal on a B-stock for $300 off. It sounds great, even when my drummer ass plays it. linkThat Eastwood must play with Magnum Force. |
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Post by ab101 on May 31, 2024 13:26:20 GMT -6
I got my Eastwood Classic 12 today. It was a killer deal on a B-stock for $300 off. It sounds great, even when my drummer ass plays it. linkThat Eastwood must play with Magnum Force. Your humor makes my day! |
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Post by chessparov on May 31, 2024 15:29:50 GMT -6
Well... "I did feel lucky" |
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