Effects Timeline
Our Vintage Digital and Analogue Effects timeline now includes Audio Recorders and Classic Music Tracks to help place these effects and devices within the history of recorded music. Any errors, please notify us using our contact form.
1999
Released in 1999
Alesis AI-3 8-Channel 24-Bit Converter
The Alesis AI-3 is an affordable interface for converting analogue to digital audio using ADAT Optical. It has eight inputs and outputs, 24-bit converters, and integrates with ADAT-compatible devices. Compact and easy to use, it fits into a 19" rack and adds analogue I/O to digital mixers from various brands.
1999
Released in 1999
GML Model 8304 Transformerless Microphone Preamp
If you want to capture sound with stunning realism, clarity, and accuracy, you need a GML Model 8304 Transformerless Microphone Preamp.
1999
Released in 1999
GML Model 8302 Transformerless Microphone Preamp
If you want to capture sound with stunning realism, clarity, and accuracy, you need a GML Model 8302 Transformerless Microphone Preamp.
1999
Released in 1999
E-MU ESI-4000 Digital Sampler
The E-MU ESI-4000 is a 64-voice digital sampler with up to 128 MB of RAM, offering powerful sampling, editing, and filtering features in an affordable, user-friendly unit. It includes expandable analogue and digital outputs, a SCSI interface for easy connectivity, and access to a large sound library from E-MU, Ensoniq, and third-party sources.
1999
Released in 1999
Fostex CR300 CD-R & CD-RW Recorder
The Fostex CR300 is a highly engineered rack-mountable machine which offers state-of-the-art digital and analogue audio recording to both professional and consumer CD-R and CD-RW media via easy-to-use front panel controls.
1999
Released in 1999
Focusrite Compounder Compressor Limiter
The Focusrite Compounder is a high-performance dual mono compressor, limiter, and gate, tailored for audio professionals and project studio owners seeking top-tier quality.
2000
Released in 2000
SPL Stereo Vitalizer Mk2-T
The patented Vitalizer circuitry makes the SPL Stereo Vitalizer Mk2-T an unsurpassed sound designer. Whether live or in the studio, audio productions sound more alive, have more details, more transparency, a higher perceived loudness and, if required, an overwhelming bass foundation.
2000
Released in 2000
Apogee Rosetta AD Converter
The Apogee Rosetta AD Converter is a high quality 24 bit. 2 Channel Analogue to Digital Converter.
2000
Released in 2000
Avalon Design VT-747SP Compressor/Equaliser
The Avalon VT-747sp is one of those killer products, one which is very much not like any other, and is in fact so clever than many people miss the point, but make no mistake, this is one of those classics!
2000
Released in 2000
TL Audio EQ-2 2-Channel Tube Equalizer
No other high-end equaliser can offer the same degree of power and flexibility as the TL Audio EQ-2.
2000
Released in 2000
Grace Design m101 Microphone Preamplifier
The Grace Design m101 is a high-fidelity single-channel microphone preamplifier with a transformerless design, delivering exceptional clarity and detail. It features a wide gain range, ribbon mic mode, universal power supply, and versatile connectivity. Built with a durable black anodised front panel and precise controls, it offers professional-grade performance for studio and live applications.
2000
Released in 2000
Lexicon 960L Digital Effects System
Lexicon 960L, was the last of the big reverbs from Lexicon and was a configurable Stereo/Surround Reverb Processor and Flying Fader Remote. (LARC) For nearly thirty years, the world’s most accomplished engineers and producers have relied upon Lexicon for their most critical music and sound productions, and the Lexicon 960L was a powerhouse.
2000
Released in 2000
Mackie HDR24/96 Multitrack Digital Recorder
The accuracy of 24-bit recording and the flexibility of workstation editing – without the high cost and complication, that is what the Mackie HDR24/96 Multitrack Digital Recorder offered to potential recording enthusiasts.
2000
Released in 2000
Tascam MX-2424 Hard Disc Recorder
The Tascam MX-2424 is a professional 24 track, 24-bit hard disk recorder. The Tascam MX-2424 delivers the convenience, power and reliability of a dedicated multitrack, yet still offers the sophistication of a DAW.
2000
Released in 2000
Klark Teknik DN 3600 Programmable Equaliser
Designed to meet and exceed the needs of the recording, broadcast, installation and live sound industries, the Klark Teknik DN 3600 Programmable Graphic Equaliser is an extremely high quality, digitally controlled, two-channel, third-octave equaliser that combines state-of-the-art audio performance with unprecedented ease of use.
2000
Released in 2000
Tascam DA-78HR Digital Multitrack Recorder
The TASCAM DA-78HR is the first 24-bit DTRS format 8-track Modular Multitrack Recorder, designed primarily for professional recording studios, project studios and home recording studios where 24-bit high quality digital audio recording is essential.
2000
Released in 2000
Yamaha CDR1000 Professional Audio CD Recorder
It’s simple. It’s fast. And it’s fully professional. It’s the Yamaha CDR1000 Professional Audio CD Recorder, a fully professional CD recorder that’s fully compatible with CD-R and CD-RW. Finally, the convenience of tape-based recording formats has come to the CD.
2000
Released in 2000
Requisite OS1 Microphone Preamplifier MkII
The Requisite OS1 Microphone Preamplifier MkII is a high-end analogue preamp designed for professional audio recording and mixing applications.
2000
Released in 2000
Klark Teknik DN 504 Quad Compressor Limiter
The Klark Teknik DN 504 is a 1RU unit with four compressors, hard/soft knee options, auto/manual controls, and stereo linking. Ideal for in-ear monitoring, it includes gain reduction and output level metering.
2000
Released in 2000
Roland VP-9000 Variphrase Processor
The Roland VP-9000 VariPhrase Processor is an innovative audio processor that allows real-time manipulation of a sampled phrase’s pitch, time, and formant via MIDI while preserving exceptional sound quality. It enables instant loop matching to a common key and tempo, creates natural-sounding vocal harmonies, allows real-time note bending without altering phrase length, and offers a range of creative possibilities.
2000
Released in 2000
Alesis Masterlink ML-9600 High-Resolution Master Disk Recorder
The Alesis Masterlink ML-9600 High-Resolution Master Disk Recorder is a two-track hard disc recorder - literally, the state-of-the-art in do-it-yourself mixing and mastering systems.
2000
Released in 2000
TL Audio PA-1 Tube Preamp
The TL Audio PA-1 Pentode Preamp is TL Audio's top of the range preamp - producing a stunning sound from any source - and offers a significant improvement over the vast majority of console preamps in any price range.
2000
Released in 2000
Focusrite Mixmaster Stereo Audio Processor
The Focusrite MixMaster is an analogue stereo audio processor initially intended for project studio mastering. However, its extensive range of features makes it invaluable for music production at various stages of the recording process.
2000
Released in 2000
Teenage Dirtbag
Wheatus
The timeless appeal of Teenage Dirtbag is a testament to the songwriting talents of Brendan Brown, as well as the recording process that brought it to life. Despite the song’s popularity, very little information is available about the actual recording process. However, some articles have shed light on the distinctive guitar sound that defines the track. […]
Engineered by: Wheatus
Mixed by: David Thoener
2000
Released in 2000
Genex GX8500 Multi Format Recorder
The Genex GX8500 is an 8 channel, multi format digital audio recorder designed for multichannel mastering and location recording applications in which audio must be recorded and stored at the highest possible quality.
2000
Released in 2000
Zoom RFX-1000 Digital Reverb & Multi Effects
The Zoom RFX-1000 offers professional reverb, versatile effects like VOCODER and LO-FI, and creative options like RESONANCE and RING MODULATOR. It includes specialised mixdown effects for polished recordings, and its MIC IN with Mic Simulator enhances vocals and mimics high-end microphones.
2000
Released in 2000
Yamaha A4000 Professional Sampler
The Yamaha A4000 Professional Sampler is a powerful tool for sound creation, featuring 16 filters, 96 effects, Loop Divide/Remix functions, and real-time controls. With expandable RAM, broad sample format compatibility, and Direct-to-CD burning, it’s ideal for advanced music production and live performance.
2000
Released in 2000
Yamaha A5000 Professional Sampler
The Yamaha A5000 goes beyond traditional sampling with 16 filters, 96 effects, and advanced resampling. It offers real-time control, a user-friendly interface, and compatibility with formats like AIFF and WAV. Expandable up to 128 MB RAM and featuring Loop Divide/Remix and direct-to-CD burning, it's perfect for music production and live use.
2000
Released in 2000
Klark Teknik DN 300 Graphic Equaliser
The Klark Teknik DN 300 offers reliable audio performance with variable ‘Q’ topology, 30 bands, and swept high/low pass filters. It features an EQ in/out switch, level control, and improved fader resolution with 45mm oil-damped faders.
2000
Released in 2000
Yamaha SREV1 Sampling Reverberator
Reminiscent of their own REV1, the SREV1 was Yamaha once again going all out to take on the big brands, namely Lexicon in the studio reverb space. The Yamaha SRev1 is perfect for recording studios, audio post, broadcast, concert halls, theaters, or anyone looking for superb quality reverb that sounds just like the real thing, with the option to sample the reverberation characteristics of any location for use back in the studio.
2000
Released in 2000
TL Audio VP-1 Tube Processor
The TL Audio VP-1 combines all the best elements of the PA-1 pentode preamp, C-1 compressor and EQ-2 parametric equaliser to create a truly flexible and spectacular sounding valve front end for any audio system.
2001
Released in 2001
Aphex Aural Exciter & Optical Big Bottom
Since its introduction in 1975, close to a million Aphex Aural Exciters have found their way into recording studios and broadcast facilities, nightclubs and concert halls, arenas and airports, musicians' and DJs' rigs and houses of worship.
2001
Released in 2001
Fostex VC-8 ADAT to Analogue Converter
The Fostex VC-8 is an ADAT/analogue converter with 20-bit AD/DA conversion, designed for seamless integration with analogue mixers and ADAT devices like the VR-800. It features an INPUT MODE switch for flexible bus routing, supports S/PDIF conversion, and offers both internal and external sync options for clean, noise-free recording and playback.
2001
Released in 2001
Tascam CD-RW700 CD Recorder
The Tascam CD-RW700 was Tascam's budget-minded CD recorder, but features came first when the product was designed. Like most products in this price range, the Tascam CD-RW700 offered unbalanced I/O, and S/PDIF digital I/O in coax and optical format.
2001
Released in 2001
Tascam CD-RW2000 CD Recorder
The Tascam CD-RW2000 at the time of its release was the most advanced stand-alone CD recorder available. Building on the success of Tascam's CD-RW700 and CD-RW5000, the CD-RW2000 came with a host of professional features, including comprehensive audio I/O, word sync input, call function for checking play cues, digital gain adjustment and digital fade in and fade out.
