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Originally Posted by theother  Single instruments or isolated tests don't mean anything to me anymore.
Do a whole mix through an analog SSL desk and then run it through Duende. The results make you cry!
The same with an outboard SSL G Quad compressor. It really comes into its own when used at the end of a real console.
Doing isolated tests always fooled me into believing I could do everything ITB now and then when doing a whole project it miserably failed, whereas my OTB SSL mixes just deliver in any aspect. Punch, 3D, solid bass, dynamics. I get there without any big effort whereas ITB with Duende, Waves SSL, etc. everything starts getting smaller and lifeless very quickly if you are not careful. |
"If you are NOT careful" seems to be the magic word here.
I know in my home, I can just kick back and focus on a great inpirational performance and in most big studios with high line desks etc. the "clock on the wall" gets in the way. I believe in performance and the tools are at a sonic level now that it really boils down to just doing great music!
The Duende kicks ass!