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.
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
TASCAM CC-222SL MkII Cassette Deck/CD Recorder
The TASCAM CC-222SLmkII is a durable combination CD and cassette recorder with a slot-loading CD transport, adjustable pitch control and a RIAA-equalised phono input for direct vinyl recording. Its configurable digital and analogue I/O and dual-recorder operation, with features such as Auto Track Increment and MP3 playback, make it a reliable, versatile solution for installations.
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 The fact anyone knows about the Shadow Hills brand at all is amazing, given that their website is so out of date and inaccessible to most people, but despite that, this compressor has become legendary.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
A-Designs Pacifica Microphone Preamplifier
The A-Designs Pacifica is a high-end dual-channel mic preamp inspired by the classic Quad Eight console, delivering a rich, detailed sound with custom Cinemag transformers, wide frequency response, and a sonic character praised for combining the best of Neve, API, and Massenburg designs.
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.
2009
Released in 2009
TUBE-TECH CL 2A Dual Compressor
The TUBE-TECH CL 2A is an all-tube optical compressor featuring two independent, linkable channels. Renowned for its versatility, the CL 2A delivers exceptional results on all audio sources and is highly regarded as a reliable "problem solver" for precise and delicate gain control applications.
2009
Released in 2009
Neve 2254/R Limiter Compressor
Designed in 1969, the original Neve® 2254 mono Limiter/Compressor unit quickly became a legend. Forty years on, the 2254’s successor, the Neve 2254/R mono limiter/compressor represents another milestone.
2010
Released in 2010
Empirical Labs Mike-E Microphone Preamplifier
The Empirical Labs Mike-E is a digitally controlled, transformer-coupled mic preamp with ultra-low noise and a unique CompSat™ section that combines saturation, compression, and high-frequency emphasis. It delivers clean yet musical signals with vintage-style tonal shaping, all in an easy-to-use layout.
2010
Released in 2010
TASCAM HS-2000 Broadcast Recorder
The TASCAM HS-2000 Broadcast Recorder is a 2-channel recorder/player purpose-built for broadcasting operations.
2010
Released in 2010
TASCAM HS-4000 4-Track Broadcast Recorder
The TASCAM HS-4000 4-Track Broadcast Recorder is a 4-channel recorder/player purpose built for broadcasting operations.
2010
Released in 2010
TASCAM HS-2 Solid-State Recorder
The TASCAM HS-2 Solid-State Recorder is the perfect replacement for timecode DAT and MD recorders. It provides up to 192kHz/24-bit Broadcast WAV file stereo recording. Its feature-rich flexibility and reliability is perfect for broadcast, postproduction and professional audio applications.
2010
Released in 2010
TASCAM HS-8 Solid-State Recorder
The TASCAM HS-8 is an 8-channel audio recorder that employs CF cards as its recording media. It exhibits high performance capabilities in surround sound recording, as well as when used as a master recorder for surround sounds and as a backup recorder for computer recording.
2010
Released in 2010
Drawmer S3 Multi-Band Stereo Tube Compressor
The Drawmer S3 Stereo Three Band Tube Compressor incorporates the very latest in Ivor Drawmer designs and the aim from the very beginning was to create a ‘no technical compromise’ circuit using only the highest-grade components.
2010
Released in 2010
Thermionic Culture The Earlybird 4 Microphone Preamplifier
The Thermionic Culture The Earlybird 4 is a four-channel valve preamplifier in a nineteen-inch rack, offering 3 dB to 62 dB of clean class A gain, switchable input impedance and handwired point-to-point construction. Its custom Sowter transformers deliver minimal phase shift and high headroom, and a pair of VU metres and peak LEDs provide clear level monitoring.
2010
Released in 2010
Focusrite ISA Two Microphone Preamplifier
Focusrite ISA Two brings together a totally independent pair of classic ISA microphone preamps from the original ISA 110 module, combining the best of traditional solid-state electronics with the original input transformer specified by Rupert Neve – the Lundahl LL1538.
2010
Released in 2010
Avid Eleven Rack Guitar Effects Processor
Avid’s Eleven Rack was a pioneering guitar processor combining dual-DSP hardware with Pro Tools integration, offering ultra-realistic amp tones, zero-latency recording, and built-in re-amping. With its True-Z input and versatile I/O, it delivered authentic feel and tone both in the studio and on stage, bridging the gap between digital precision and analogue experience.
2010
Released in 2010
A-Designs EM-EQ2 Program Equaliser
A-Designs EM-EQ2 recreates the classic Pultec EQP-1 tone with modern reliability, offering two channels of smooth, musical EQ in a durable 2U unit for professional tracking, mixing, and mastering.
2010
Released in 2010
Manley Voxbox Channel Strip
The Manley Voxbox combines the Manley Mono Mic Preamp, the ELOP reborn as a lower ratio compressor, the MID EQ blown out as a full range PEAK-DIP-PEAK EQ, and a DeEsser with a second ELOP limiter at the end.
2010
Released in 2010
Al.So Hellax Mono Compressor/Limiter
The Al.So Hellax is a mono optical compressor/limiter offering a very low distortion rate with side-chain filters and blend feature, and is 100% made in France.
2010
Released in 2010
Drawmer S2 Dual Channel Tube Compressor
The Drawmer S2 Signature Series Dual Channel Tube Compressor is the latest product to emerge from Ivor Drawmer’s high end designs and offers an ‘all tube - no technical compromise’ circuit using only the highest-grade components.
2010
Released in 2010
Retro 2A3 Dual Program Equaliser
Retro 2A3 delivers classic Pultec-style passive EQ with modern enhancements, dual-channel tube tone, and a powerful subsonic filter for musical and flexible equalisation across tracking, mixing, and mastering.
2010
Released in 2010
Acme Opticom XLA-3 MkIII Limiter
The Acme Opticom XLA-3 is an all-tube optical limiter inspired by the Teletronix LA2A, featuring a unique triple optoelectronic circuit. It offers versatile compression tones, from clean to harmonically rich to dirty, with improved speed and flexibility.
2011
Released in 2011
Retro Powerstrip Recording Channel
Retro Powerstrip is an all-tube recording channel with vintage mic preamp, passive EQ, and variable-mu compression, delivering classic analogue tone in a single compact 2U rack unit.
2011
Released in 2011
Speck Electronics X.Sum Summing Mixer
The Speck Electronics X.Sum is a 32 x 4 line mixer with 16 stereo inputs, flexible routing, high headroom, and external expansion capabilities, designed for professional DAW summing or use as a synth and effects return mixer.
2011
Released in 2011
Gyraf Audio G9 Mic Preamp
The Gyraf Audio G9 is a dual true tube microphone preamp – made like our mother did it. It’s a simple, yet powerful unit, based on a variable-gain input tube stage driving a tube SRPP output stage. No silicon or other crap in signal path.
