What outboard would you add to this studio?

sloanlogic · 29th June 2009

Hello fellow slutz of gear -

Here's what I got (see below) and I'd like to hear what you think would be great addition(s) to my outboard collection.

API 3124
API 2500
API 5500

Chandler TG2
Chandler TG1
Chandler MKII (2)

SSL Superanalogue Channel (2)

Vintech x73i (2)

Distressors EL8X (2)

STA Level

TC Electronic M2000 Reverb

** I also use an Apogee Symphony system with Logic Pro using a Dangerous ST and Dangerous 2Bus-LT. I have a good collection of mics ranging from Royer to Neumann. I do plan on getting more solid mics in the future, but I'm concentrating on the outboard.

I'm thinking about GML, Wunder and/or possibly some more comps...

fellow slutz lemme hear ya...

sloanlogic · 29th June 2009

or possibly Mercury m72, m76...

I sold my 6176 units cause they just didn't seem up to par...and I wasn't using them..

**TonyBelmont** · 29th June 2009

Some 1176's and LA2A's... a rack of Pultecs.... a Bricasti M7.... an Aurora Audio GTC2...

There are limitless choices and lots of areas you could address... It all depends on what you find lacking.

u b k · 29th June 2009

Since you like the color:

PRE
Phoenix DRS (butter)
Tab V78 (wood)

COMP
La2a (silk)
Dynamite (dirt)
my Fatso (splat)

EQ
Lil Freq (no color, but I can't imagine not having one)
Fearn (wood and shimmer)

I very much don't make a habit of recommending my own piece, but it does seem like a good fit for you.

Gregory Scott - ubk
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la grange · 29th June 2009

PCM 70
I am saving you money here....

Oli

sloanlogic · 29th June 2009

Any thoughts or experiences with the Wunder gear (PA4 or the PEQ2) or the reference standard transparent GML pres?

I do love the LA2A and 1176 comps...but not totally sure about the UA reissues.

Space Station · 29th June 2009

more effects...Eventide maybe... an la-2a maybe..

warhead · 29th June 2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by u b k

Phoenix DRS (butter)

The DRSQ4 would give a pair of DRS preamps along with 2 of the coolest EQ's around, all in one rack space. That is a serious piece that should complement the rest of the gear list. Also I find it to be an ultimately bad ass piece of gear for final mix processing. Not only do you pick up that sweet DSOP output section but those EQ's are very well suited for mix buss as well (they start out gentle and wide, and the points available are wonderful).

War

sloanlogic · 29th June 2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by warhead

The DRSQ4 would give a pair of DRS preamps along with 2 of the coolest EQ's around, all in one rack space. That is a serious piece that should complement the rest of the gear list. Also I find it to be an ultimately bad ass piece of gear for final mix processing. Not only do you pick up that sweet DSOP output section but those EQ's are very well suited for mix buss as well (they start out gentle and wide, and the points available are wonderful).

War

Interesting. The Phoenix DRS-Q4 looks really interesting. And I agree with you that those EQ points are very cool. More importantly for me, how do they sound when tracking? Drums, gtrs, bass....?

I found this review of the Phoenix:

ZenPro Audio: Phoenix Audio DRS-Q4

JPeters86 · 29th June 2009

A classic like the 1176 or LA2A woulnd't do harm

rty5150 · 29th June 2009

i was looking for an 1176 in your list, too.

sloanlogic · 29th June 2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by rty5150

i was looking for an 1176 in your list, too.

Would you go for the Retro Instruments 176 or the UA 1176 or a vintage 1176?

rty5150 · 30th June 2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by sloanlogic

Would you go for the Retro Instruments 176 or the UA 1176 or a vintage 1176?

for me, it would all come down to price.

the purple mc 77 or reissue used would be the route i would take.

warhead · 3rd July 2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by sloanlogic

Interesting. The Phoenix DRS-Q4 looks really interesting. And I agree with you that those EQ points are very cool. More importantly for me, how do they sound when tracking? Drums, gtrs, bass....?

I found this review of the Phoenix:

ZenPro Audio: Phoenix Audio DRS-Q4

That is my review, I am working very hard to have written reviews of everything I sell on my site.

They sound awesome when tracking, the EQ's start out quite wide and natural sounding and must be pushed hard for artifacts. Look at those available points and think about tracking those sources...we're talking spot on. I think there is +/- 16dB of cut and boost available so yeah, you can carve stuff up real nice if needed.

War

trevort · 3rd July 2009

LA2A,DBX160VU,Dynamite.I haven't used but hear the API 2500 is nice.
On my possible list.

+ Either a good pair of 1176's of any sort or Something like the Studio Electronics C2s. I just bought mine for $1025.00 for 2 1176 style channels used. As a twist,It has a 1272 output transformer for more of a Neve-ish finish.

Oh, and if you can find one, a Sony SRA-3 Tube(60's) tape preamp.
Very nice for warming things.Not too much cash either. Bought mine for $395.00. Similar vibe I guess as the 351.

TT

robmix · 3rd July 2009

When you're working what do you find lacking ? If you're not reaching for something that isn't there you don't need anything else.

opentune · 3rd July 2009

DBX 160
Urei 1176
TC Electronic D Two
Lexicon PCM 81

That´s what i´d add. Don´t know what exactly you´re looking for, though.

29th June 2009	#1
sloanlogic Gear Head Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 36 Thread Starter	What outboard would you add to this studio? Hello fellow slutz of gear - Here's what I got (see below) and I'd like to hear what you think would be great addition(s) to my outboard collection. API 3124 API 2500 API 5500 Chandler TG2 Chandler TG1 Chandler MKII (2) SSL Superanalogue Channel (2) Vintech x73i (2) Distressors EL8X (2) STA Level TC Electronic M2000 Reverb ** I also use an Apogee Symphony system with Logic Pro using a Dangerous ST and Dangerous 2Bus-LT. I have a good collection of mics ranging from Royer to Neumann. I do plan on getting more solid mics in the future, but I'm concentrating on the outboard. I'm thinking about GML, Wunder and/or possibly some more comps... fellow slutz lemme hear ya...

29th June 2009	#3
TonyBelmont Moderator Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Boston,MA Providence,RI Posts: 15,753	Some 1176's and LA2A's... a rack of Pultecs.... a Bricasti M7.... an Aurora Audio GTC2... There are limitless choices and lots of areas you could address... It all depends on what you find lacking. __________________ Tony Belmont We Sell Gear! High Profile Audio.....PluginDiscounts.com

29th June 2009	#4
u b k Gear Guru Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: The Land of Sunshine Posts: 11,037	Since you like the color: PRE Phoenix DRS (butter) Tab V78 (wood) COMP La2a (silk) Dynamite (dirt) my Fatso (splat) EQ Lil Freq (no color, but I can't imagine not having one) Fearn (wood and shimmer) I very much don't make a habit of recommending my own piece, but it does seem like a good fit for you. Gregory Scott - ubk . __________________ • Introducing UBK-1: Motion Generating Character Compressor • • Finally... Plugin Compression with Vibe, Color, and Authority • ____________________

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robmix Lives for gear Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 2,559	When you're working what do you find lacking ? If you're not reaching for something that isn't there you don't need anything else. __________________ Rob Hoffman -------------------------- http://www.elicitmusic.com

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la grange Gear addict Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: canada Posts: 388	PCM 70 I am saving you money here.... Oli

29th June 2009	#7
Space Station Lives for gear Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Chichester UK Posts: 2,853	more effects...Eventide maybe... an la-2a maybe..

29th June 2009	#10
JPeters86 Lives for gear Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 2,224	A classic like the 1176 or LA2A woulnd't do harm

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rty5150 Lives for gear Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: LR,AR Posts: 2,808	i was looking for an 1176 in your list, too.

3rd July 2009	#15
trevort Gear maniac Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 224	LA2A,DBX160VU,Dynamite.I haven't used but hear the API 2500 is nice. On my possible list. + Either a good pair of 1176's of any sort or Something like the Studio Electronics C2s. I just bought mine for $1025.00 for 2 1176 style channels used. As a twist,It has a 1272 output transformer for more of a Neve-ish finish. Oh, and if you can find one, a Sony SRA-3 Tube(60's) tape preamp. Very nice for warming things.Not too much cash either. Bought mine for $395.00. Similar vibe I guess as the 351. TT

3rd July 2009	#17
opentune Lives for gear Join Date: May 2005 Location: good ol´germany Posts: 1,553	DBX 160 Urei 1176 TC Electronic D Two Lexicon PCM 81 That´s what i´d add. Don´t know what exactly you´re looking for, though.

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