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.
2007
Released in 2007
Chandler Limited Curve Bender Equaliser
The Chandler Limited Curve Bender is a modern equalizer by Chandler Limited, created for Abbey Road’s 75th anniversary. Inspired by classic EMI desks, it provides 51 EQ points and up to ±13.5dB cut/boost, with integrated mastering features.
2007
Released in 2007
Chandler Limited Germanium Compressor
The Chandler Limited Germanium Compressor features a class A amp, transformer-balanced I/O, and an FET gain reduction element. It offers flexible controls, including a Wet/Dry mix, adjustable Comp Curve, Clean/Dirty compression switch, and a sidechain filter. Crafted through real studio testing, it's designed for musicality and is well-suited for tracking, mixing, and mastering.
2007
Released in 2007
Elysia Museq Mastering Equaliser
The Elysia Museq is an equaliser that combines premium sound shaping with optimally matched parameters and highest quality components, enabling the user to create musical results in no time at all.
2007
Released in 2007
API 5500 Dual Equaliser
The beginnings of the API 5500 circuit can be traced back to the original 550 equaliser designed by Saul Walker, the founder of Automated Processes Inc.
2008
Released in 2008
Universal Audio 2192 Master Audio Interface
The Universal Audio 2192 Master Audio Interface is the perfect two-channel master audio interface for every digital studio. It was also one of the sweetest sounding converters ever made, not deadly accurate, but truly musical.
2008
Released in 2008
Quantec 2492 Yardstick Digital Reverb
The Quantec 2492 Yardstick room simulators are high-quality, digital sound processing devices based on the original 1982 QRS Room Simulation algorithm. The Quantec 2492 Yardstick is a stereo device equipped with2 digital AES3 input channels and 2 digital AES3 output channels.
2008
Released in 2008
Neve 8801 Channel Strip
Combining the iconic Neve® mic preamplifier, powerful EQ and the incredible 88R dynamics processor; the 8801 delivers Neve console sound in a convenient 1U rackmount design, with the convenience of Total Recall™ and digital conversion.
2008
Released in 2008
Fostex UR-2 Stereo Rack Recorder
The Fostex UR-2 is a 1 U rack size stereo audio recorder using SD card and USB storage device that is flexibly adapting to the wide variety of playback requirements.
2008
Released in 2008
Focusrite ISA 220 Channel Strip
The Focusrite ISA 220 is a channel strip combining a transformer-based mic preamp, EQ, compressor, de-esser, and limiter. It offers smooth compression with a unique "Blend" feature and optional digital output for high-quality recording. Ideal for tracking, mixing, and mastering, it delivers Focusrite's signature sound in a compact unit.
2008
Released in 2008
Langevin Mini Massive
The Langevin Mini Massive EQ packs the Massive Passive’s low and high band circuits into a compact 1U unit at half the cost. With expanded bell and shelf options, new high-Q curves, and Manley Rapture® amplifiers, it delivers exceptional clarity, headroom, and flexibility. Optional transformer-coupled outputs add vintage warmth, making it a powerful, precise tool for mastering and mixing.
2008
Released in 2008
Universal Audio LA610 MkII Classic Tube Recording Channel
The Universal Audio LA610 MkII combines a hand-built in the USA, all-tube, vintage mic preamp design - heard on classic albums by Coldplay, The Beach Boys, and Van Halen - with authentic Teletronix T4 opto-compression circuitry.
2008
Released in 2008
Manley Backbone Mastering Insert Switcher
A mastering engineer's dream to the world, the Manley Backbone mastering insert switcher. This unit is the centrepiece of a mastering system allowing precise control and manipulation of up to eight pieces of outboard gear.
2008
Released in 2008
Weiss DS1 Mk3 Digital De-Esser Compressor Limiter
For precise and musical dynamics control, the Weiss DS1 Mk3 is one of the most revered dynamics processors ever created. Leading mastering and mixing engineers praise its transparency, unique feature set, and versatility.
2008
Released in 2008
Requisite L2M Mastering Limiter MkIII
The Requisite L2M Mastering Limiter MkIII is a high-end analogue hardware limiter designed for mastering engineers and is known for its transparent sound and precise control over dynamics.
2008
Released in 2008
Requisite PAL Plus Preamplifier & Limiter Mk III
The Requisite PAL Preamplifier and Limiter is now in its Mk III version but retains all the goodness of previous version with some sonic improvements.
2008
Released in 2008
TL Audio 5021 Dual Valve Compressor
Valve compression is now universally recognised as one of the essential tools for today’s recording engineer.
2008
Released in 2008
Mackie Onyx 1200F Audio Interface
The Mackie Onyx 1200F FireWire audio interface offers 30 inputs, 34 outputs, and 12 premium Onyx mic preamps, providing full-band tracking in a single take. With 8 analogue outputs, 4 headphone outs, AES/EBU, S/PDIF, ADAT, WordClock, MIDI I/O, and a customisable routing matrix, it’s built for versatility. High-end AKM 24-bit, 192 kHz converters ensure pristine sound, while Mackie’s legendary reliability makes it a powerhouse for any studio setup.
2008
Released in 2008
ART MPA Gold Two Channel Microphone Preamplifier
The ART MPA Gold Two-Channel microphone preamplifiers use differential input Class-A two-channel tube microphone preamp design with variable input impedance and selectable tube plate voltage to create the most versatile high performance microphone preamplifiers in its class. It delivers unmatched warmth, presence and clarity.
2008
Released in 2008
ART Pro Channel Professional Tube Microphone Preamplifier
The ART Pro Channel from ART is the latest offering from the world’s most popular tube dynamics processing manufacturer. ART engineers have combined the world-renowned Pro MPA, Pro VLA, and Tube EQ into a single product – creating the world’s best-sounding and most affordable professional recording channel.
2008
Released in 2008
TL Audio A1 Dual Preamp
The TL Audio A1 Dual Preamp features two independent channels, with each channel offering mic and instrument inputs.
2008
Released in 2008
Elysia Alpha Compressor
The Elysia Alpha Compressor has earned its status as a contemporary masterpiece, solidifying its position as a potent instrument for professional dynamic manipulation since its debut in 2008.
2008
Released in 2008
TL Audio A2 Stereo Processor
The TL Audio A2 Stereo Processor is a dedicated stereo unit, providing gain and phase control, compression and equalisation. A tube stage is available to each signal path, with variable drive control.
2008
Released in 2008
Korg MR-2000S 1-Bit Studio Recorder
The Korg MR-2000S is an ultra-high-quality recorder capable of recording and playing back in DVD audio format (24bit/192 kHz), SACD (Super Audio CD) quality (1-bit/2.8 MHz), and an even higher-quality 1-bit/5.6 MHz format. Additionally, it can also play back MP3 files, which are commonly used in computers and many portable digital audio devices.
2008
Released in 2008
TC Electronic G-Force Guitar Processor
The iconic TC Electronic G-Force offers a wide range of exceptional sound effects in a single rack unit that’s both easy to program and enjoyable to use. With cutting-edge DSP technology and 24-bit resolution, it provides immense memory, fast processing, and top-tier sound quality.
2008
Released in 2008
TL Audio A3 Channel Strip
The TL Audio A3 Channel Strip is a single channel unit, accepting mic, line and instrument inputs. Processing includes gain and phase control, compression and equalisation. A tube stage may be switched into the signal path, with variable drive control.
2008
Released in 2008
TL Audio A4 Ebony Summer
The TL Audio A4 Ebony Summer was a discrete Class A 16x2 summing mixer featuring a Class A circuitry throughout its signal path, with fully balanced inputs and outputs.
2008
Released in 2008
Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor
Shadow Hills Industries (to use their full name) is a company that produces and sells one of the finest compressors ever made, a true modern classic by any standard. The fact anyone knows about the Shadow Hills brand at all is amazing, given that their website is so out of date and inaccessible to most people, but despite that, this compressor has become legendary.
2008
Released in 2008
Tegeler Magnetismus 2 Transient Shaper
The Tegeler Magnetismus 2 is designed for processing drums and other transient-rich signals such as acoustic guitars.
2009
Released in 2009
Crane Song Ibis Equaliser
Crane Song Ibis is an analogue equaliser that boldly takes equalisation to a new level of musicality.
2009
Released in 2009
SPL Frontliner Channel Strip
The SPL Frontliner has everything to record voices and instruments in perfect quality: Positioned even above the already legendary Channel One, the Frontliner combines preamp, de-esser, EQ and compressor, tube saturation, which can be used individually or in combination.
2009
Released in 2009
Klark Teknik DN 9696 High Resolution Audio Recorder
The Klark Teknik DN 9696 High Resolution Audio Recorder offers 96 Tracks of high-resolution recording at 24-bit/96kHz for up to 9 hours and can be integrated with a Midas digital console making it the ideal recorder for live recording rigs the world over.
2009
Released in 2009
Anamod ATS-1 Analog Tape Simulator
The Anamod ATS-1 Analog Tape Simulator uses the revolutionary AnaMod Process™ for modeling complex analog circuitry entirely in the analog domain. Specially developed analog building blocks are coded to replicate the behavior of analog tape.
2009
Released in 2009
Lexicon PCM92 Digital Reverb
The Lexicon PCM 92 is quite likely the last high-end reverb/effects processor we are ever likely to see come out of Lexicon sadly...Whether you require perfection on stage or the gold standard in the recording studio, the Lexicon PCM92 delivers the versatility and smooth, rich sound that is unmistakably Lexicon.
2009
Released in 2009
TUBE-TECH MEC 1A Recording Channel
The TUBE-TECH MEC 1A is a single-channel recording unit featuring a tube-based mic preamp, equaliser, and compressor. It uses a tube operational amplifier for its filters and includes fully floating transformers for input and output. Most DC voltages are stabilised, ensuring high-quality performance.
2009
Released in 2009
TC Electronic G-Major 2 Guitar Processor
The TC Electronic G-Major 2 is a rack unit for guitarists, featuring high-quality TC Electronic effects, easy integration, and new additions like Tri-chorus and Univibe. It offers simple control and can be edited on the fly or via a PC/Mac editor.
