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84K · 17th September 2005

A big part of the Neve sound (most of what makes it) is in the transformers. More so then, say API. Many of these Neve clone companies (not all, but many) use cheaper transformers and that is the big difference in sound. Usually when you hear someone say, "it looks like a Neve, but it sounds cleaner" is really because it is Neve specs with weaker iron (transformers). So, many Neve clones get there own unique sound based on the transformer they use. Many, like I said (usually the less colored ones) use the cheap heap.

Recently, Chandler was kind enough to use our vintage matched original Neve 2254 transformers and make us a pair of LTD-2 with them. This has the Sterling Sound mods. It sound every bit as good as our original 2254s! Blown Away! They did a wonderful job with it!!!

P.S. Please keep in mind that we supplied the rare matched transformers pairs, and they do not offer this as a service.

The sound is unreal.

17th September 2005	#5
84K Lives for gear Joined: Oct 2004 Location: right coast Posts: 3,857	A big part of the Neve sound (most of what makes it) is in the transformers. More so then, say API. Many of these Neve clone companies (not all, but many) use cheaper transformers and that is the big difference in sound. Usually when you hear someone say, "it looks like a Neve, but it sounds cleaner" is really because it is Neve specs with weaker iron (transformers). So, many Neve clones get there own unique sound based on the transformer they use. Many, like I said (usually the less colored ones) use the cheap heap. Recently, Chandler was kind enough to use our vintage matched original Neve 2254 transformers and make us a pair of LTD-2 with them. This has the Sterling Sound mods. It sound every bit as good as our original 2254s! Blown Away! They did a wonderful job with it!!! P.S. Please keep in mind that we supplied the rare matched transformers pairs, and they do not offer this as a service. The sound is unreal.