Louder Than Liftoff Chroma+ Preamplifier

Louder Than Liftoff Chroma+ is a highly customisable stereo / dual mono tracking and mixing channel designed for modern hybrid studios that want more results in less space.  Its Twin Tone-Amp architecture and Tone Shaping EQ is derived from the very circuits used in the acclaimed Silver Bullet.  Answering the call for flexibility and customisation, Louder Than Liftoff Chroma+ delivers with its twin topology (A or N) line processor and mic/instrument amp and adds an exciting twist – an analogue plugin slot accepting Colour Modules.

This feature allows integrated processing like tube saturation, compression, or EQ to be inserted into the signal path and mixed with Louder Than Liftoff Chroma+’s classic ‘A’ or ‘N’ inspired MOJO Amps for the ultimate in front and back-end versatility that is unmatched by any other product in its class.  There’s even a Mega Mono Mode for cascading the full arsenal of Louder Than Liftoff Chroma+ into a 4-stage channel strip!

Bus Processor & Mic/Instrument Preamp in one
CHROMA+ is designed for ultimate versatility with hybrid workflows in mind just like its big brother, the Silver Bullet.  These days gear needs to deliver results on both the front end and the back end.  Featuring LINE, DI, and MIC modes, Louder Than Liftoff Chroma+ is both a line level processor for groups or mix bus, and a preamp for instrument and mic level sources.

Twin Tone-Amp Architecture
At the heart of CHROMA are two Mojo Amps inspired by classic large format consoles – American (A), and British (N).  These Mojo Amps lend their characteristic sonic footprints to any signal passing through the circuit.  Like the Silver Bullet, Louder Than Liftoff Chroma+ is the only processor of its kind that allows you to enable A or N sonics at the push of a button.  Auditioning these two signatures sounds during a session no longer requires re-patching or swapping preamps.

Stereo DI With Retro Mode
A world class FET-input DI was developed for the front end of Louder Than Liftoff Chroma+ offering superior definition, punch, and low-end girth for the capture of instrument level sources.  This DI probably should have been its own product.  It is capable of both stereo and dual mono operation.  Synths, samplers, guitars, and basses can be plugged directly into the auto-switching front panel jacks for the full amplification, saturation, and tone-shaping that Louder Than Liftoff Chroma+ offers.

A switchable RETRO Mode provides two distinct tonal personalities to the DI.  In the out position the sound is modern – detailed in the mids and highs and extended through the lower octaves.  When engaged the tone becomes more rounded and vintage, with a tighter bottom end and mellower high end.  RETRO Mode is perfect for vintage bass tones and sweeping 80’s synth sounds.

Mega Mono Channel
In addition to offering both stereo and dual mono operation, Louder Than Liftoff Chroma+ is capable of becoming a Mega Mono channel to facilitate more creative processing chains.  When the CH 1>2 switch is engaged, the output of channel 1 will feed into the input of channel 2 and put the power of two CHROMAs in series.  The channel 1 output will also still be available on its respective XLR connector.  Have you ever wanted to record your guitar through an N-style preamp, compress it with an 1176, give it a presence boost, then drive it into a second N-style Amp with a tape-like low frequency head bump?  Mega Mono Mode makes this and more possible.

Tone Shaping
Having the ability to shape tone with broad strokes can be just what the doctor ordered to get your tracks to pop in a mix. To round out the feature set, Louder Than Liftoff Chroma+ features switchable Baxandall High Frequency (HF) and Low Frequency (LF) EQ boosts derived from drBill’s favourite Silver Bullet settings for sweetening and enhancing individual tracks or mixes.  The user can select PRESENCE or AIR, and SUB or BASS frequencies via onboard jumpers.  The HF switch can be programmed to add the Silver Bullet’s VINTAGE filter as well.