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.
2018
Released in 2018
Crane Song HEDD Quantum Harmonically Enhance Digital Device
Crane Song HEDD Quantum Harmonically Enhance Digital Device is a stereo AD/DA with DSP tape and tube colour, sub pico second jitter and clock generator.
2018
Released in 2018
Retro REVOLVER Dual Channel Tube Compressor
The Retro REVOLVER Dual Channel Tube Compressor - A Revolution in a Rack.
2018
Released in 2018
Knif Soma Equaliser
Soma is a clear departure from the old “passive EQs are for general shaping only” paradigm. It is the only commercially available passive EQ with real Q adjustment, which makes it more usable and accurate than other products which use only a resistor-based Q adjustment which affects boost/cut amount and does not offer a wide range.
2018
Released in 2018
SPL DMC Mastering Console
The SPL DMC is the heart of the mastering studio. The converters, the players, the DAW, the recorders and the speakers are connected to it. The audio quality of the console is therefore crucial. Like all devices of the mastering series, the DMC works on the unparalleled 120V technology.
2018
Released in 2018
SPL Hermes Mastering Router
SPL Hermes revolutionises mastering. Now it is possible to have an audio signal processed by up to eight 2-channel processors in any order that can be stored. At the push of a button, you can compare up to four complex processing chains.
2018
Released in 2018
Gyraf Audio G23-S Ambler Tilting Equaliser
The Gyraf Audio G23-S is an original design Tilting-type Equaliser aimed mainly at mix and mastering, for the situations where you have a mix that is already nearly perfect balanced but want it a tad darker or brighter without messing up the overall definition. The recent -S version has been extended, now containing two entirely different topologies for makeup gain and interfacing.
2018
Released in 2018
Knif Pure Mu Compressor
Knif Pure Mu utilises the simplest tube compressor topology. There is only one active stage of 4 parallel coupled tubes per channel, input transformer and output transformer. Therefore, Pure Mu.
2018
Released in 2018
Knif V804 Pre Microphone Preamplifier
The Knif V804 Pre-Microphone Preamplifier uses only two amplifier stages, only one pentode and one triode per channel and the absolute minimum of other components.
2018
Released in 2018
Vacuvox U23 Tube Compressor
The Vacuvox U23 compressor/limiter is designed to provide exceptional sonic performance, offering flexible tonal shaping options for tracking and mixing applications while preserving the vintage character of its predecessor.
2018
Released in 2018
Vacuvox CL2 Tube Compressor Limiter
The Vacuvox CL-2 compressor/limiter, predecessor to the Vacuvox U23, is based on the Rohde & Schwarz U23 broadcast limiter. Enhanced with adjustable attack, release, and compression ratio controls, it offers greater versatility for studio use. Retaining key original components, the CL-2 adds harmonic richness when the gain is lowered, creating a warm, euphoric sound.
2018
Released in 2018
MOTU 828PRE-ES Audio Interface
The MOTU 828PRE-ES is a professional audio interface with 52 channels, ESS Sabre32 Ultra™ DAC technology, eight mic preamps, and ultra-low latency via Thunderbolt™ and USB. It offers AVB/TSN Ethernet, a 48-input digital mixer with DSP effects, and web app control, making it ideal for studio and live use.
2018
Released in 2018
Looptrotter Emperor Limiter
The Looptrotter Emperor Limiter is an analogue processor combining compression, limiting, and harmonic distortion. With FET-based design, tone-shaping filters, and DRY/WET control, it adds warmth, brightness, and analogue character.
2018
Released in 2018
Knif Eksa Equaliser
Knif Eksa is an exercise in ultimate purity of sound, and unlike all other Knif products, it is not tube based, but uses in-house designed and produced class A discrete OP amps.
2018
Released in 2018
Overstayer Modular Channel Model 8755D
The Overstayer Modular Channel Model 8755D is a stereo channel with filters, eq, compression, and harmonics stages throughout, with sophisticated routing and a series/parallel mixer matrix.
2018
Released in 2018
Knif Vari Mu II Compressor
The Knif Vari Mu II is a mastering grade compressor, which of course excels in mixing too.
2018
Released in 2018
Warm Audio WA76 Compressor
Warm Audio WA76 Compressor provides accurate reproduction of the most powerful and adaptable studio compressor / limiting amplifier of all time, the 1176.
2018
Released in 2018
TK Audio TK-Lizer 2 Mastering Equaliser
The TK Audio TK-Lizer 2 Mastering Equaliser’s wide EQ curves makes it perfect to fine tune your mixes.
2018
Released in 2018
AudioScape MEQ-A Tube Equaliser
The AudioScape MEQ-A is a meticulously crafted all-valve recreation of the iconic Pultec Midrange EQ, renowned for its ability to enhance mixes, add density and weight to recordings, and shape the sound of countless classic records. A hidden gem among legendary valve equalisers.
2018
Released in 2018
AudioScape 76A Limiting Amplifier
The AudioScape 76A Limiting Amplifier is a faithful, zero-compromise 70’s FET Compressor recreation that remains loyal to the distinct and remarkable sonority of the original UREI 1176 "Blueface" Revision!
2018
Released in 2018
AudioScape 76F Limiting Amplifier
The AudioScape 76F Limiting Amplifier was released in 2018. This meticulously crafted recreation of the legendary UREI 1176 "Rev F" FET compressor offers classic, aggressive compression with a modern touch, making it suitable for contemporary productions.
2018
Released in 2018
Knif Mastering Controller
The Knif Mastering Controller is built to the highest standards.
2018
Released in 2018
ART TransY Compressor Limiter
The ART TransY compressor/limiter features a discrete, low noise transistor audio path using a Field Effect Transistor for level control producing incredible detail.
2018
Released in 2018
Tegeler Raumzeit Maschine Tube Reverb
The Tegeler Raumzeit Maschine creates a spatial tone that sounds very natural, transparent and clear on the one hand, but on the other hand it has a nice sound on its very own.
2018
Released in 2018
Klark Teknik KT-2A Leveling Amplifier
Klark Teknik pay homage to this audio-processing pioneer that has graced so many recordings, with the Klark Teknik KT-2A Leveling Amplifier that is both attractive and affordable.
2018
Released in 2018
Warm Audio WA-2A Leveling Amplifier
Warm Audio WA-2A Leveling Amplifier provides authentic reproduction of the most revered compressor and leveling amplifier in recording history, the LA-2A.
2019
Released in 2019
TK Audio BC1-THD Stereo Bus Compressor
Engineers call it “The Magic Glue” when the TK Audio BC1-THD Stereo Bus Compressor’s transparent compression strengthens mixes without compromising clarity.
2019
Released in 2019
IGS Pure Tube Channel
The IGS Pure Tube Channel is a high-end, no compromise channel strip design haling from Europe.
2019
Released in 2019
LaChapell Audio Model 983S Two Channel Tube Preamp
The LaChapell Audio Model 983S is a two-channel vacuum tube instrument and microphone preamp delivering LaChapell performance in a cost effective two channel package.
2019
Released in 2019
Klark Teknik 3rd Dimension BBD-320
The chorus effect has been a studio mainstay since the ‘80s. With greats such as Brian Eno, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Peter Gabriel and so many more incorporating this effect into their recordings, the chorus has become legendary effect in the music industry.
2019
Released in 2019
Warm Audio WA73-EQ British Mic Preamplifier + EQ
The Warm Audio WA73-EQ British Mic Preamplifier + EQ provides proper reproduction of the most legendary console sound of all time.
2019
Released in 2019
SPL Mercury Mastering D/A Converter
The SPL Mercury is the first mastering DA-converter in 120V technology. It offers seven digital stereo input sources, all of which can be synchronised with each other or with a word clock. The additional variable output qualifies Mercury as a monitor controller.
2019
Released in 2019
SPL Crescendo 8 Microphone Preamplifier
The SPL Crescendo 8 Microphone Preamplifier provides Eight-Channels of Microphone Preamplifiers, all with 120V technology.
2019
Released in 2019
Acme MTP-66 Motown Tube Preamp
The Acme Audio MTP-66 Motown Tube Preamp, inspired by the iconic 5-channel Motown input box used from 1966 to 1972, faithfully recreates the original with an all-tube signal path and added modern features. Released in early 2019, it captures Motown's legendary sound with enhanced versatility for today’s recording studios.
2019
Released in 2019
IGS Tilt n Bands Mastering Equaliser
The IGS Tilt n Bands Mastering Equaliser is a full tube Mastering Equaliser unlike any other.
2019
Released in 2019
Whitestone P331 Tube Loading Amplifier
The Whitestone Audio P331 Tube Loading Amplifier was developed to bring professional tracking, mix and mastering engineers versatile, elegant, precise and repeatable audio circuit variation. It is a high-fidelity, hybrid vacuum tube /solid-state audio enhancement device.
