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kittonian · 29th July 2010

Can't really speak to the whole 500's series thing but my vocal chain consists of the following:

A Designs Hammer -> Purple MC77 -> DBX 160SL -> SPL De Esser

Sounds amazing and plugs don't hold a candle to it. In fact, I just had a major artist in here yesterday and he specifically commented on how amazing the lead vocal sounded.

Hardware really does bring a lot to the table, but only specific hardware, and usually the high end stuff.

29th July 2010	#7
kittonian Lives for gear Joined: Sep 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,324 1 Review written	Can't really speak to the whole 500's series thing but my vocal chain consists of the following: A Designs Hammer -> Purple MC77 -> DBX 160SL -> SPL De Esser Sounds amazing and plugs don't hold a candle to it. In fact, I just had a major artist in here yesterday and he specifically commented on how amazing the lead vocal sounded. Hardware really does bring a lot to the table, but only specific hardware, and usually the high end stuff. __________________ Joshua Aaron President/Chief Engineer AudioLot/AudioLot Studios High End Pro Audio Sales & Consulting Recording/Music Production/Mixing http://www.audiolot.com Follow AudioLot on Facebook for AudioLot's BIG DEAL Gear Specials, Morning Mix Tips, and more by clicking here AudioLot is located in Hollywood, CA. If you're in the LA area and are interested in coming by to see any of the gear we carry in person, please let us know.