Stereo compressor for tracking

mattoxxx · 18th November 2006

Right now I've got 3 distressors, 2 1176, Fatso, Tube Tech Cl1b. These cover a lot of ground but It would be nice to have a dedicated stereo comp for tracking. The Fatso works once in awhile. But I've been think maybe a Drawmer 1968. I do everything to RnB, Hip Hop, classic, accapella, and rock and blues. It would also be nice to have a something a bit cleaner than what we've already got.

If any one has any suggustions that would be great.

Thanks Matt

thejook · 19th November 2006

The one 'taste' I think you're missing is a Neve-style comp. 33609 if you can afford it, Chandler LTD-2 if you can't (2 of them, I guess, if stereo is a must [and it is]).

edvdr76 · 19th November 2006

A Summit DCL-200 is also a very good compressor. It's very smooth sounding.

**TonyBelmont** · 19th November 2006

The new Aurora Audio GTQc compressor is an incredible piece that would give you another completely different sound than what you already have. It has both FET and OPTO circuits, and a unique feature uses both types in a mixed mode. The auto attack & release is so cool, especially for hip hop vocals. It would be the first one I would check out, considering you already own Distressors, 1176's, and a CL1B.

danasti · 19th November 2006

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Originally Posted by TonyBelmont

The new Aurora Audio GTQc compressor is an incredible piece that would give you another completely different sound than what you already have. It has both FET and OPTO circuits, and a unique feature uses both types in a mixed mode. The auto attack & release is so cool, especially for hip hop vocals. It would be the first one I would check out, considering you already own Distressors, 1176's, and a CL1B.

Tony, When are these available? Do you have some now?

**TonyBelmont** · 20th November 2006

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Originally Posted by danasti

Tony, When are these available? Do you have some now?

I have the channel strip which features the new compressor. They should have the compressor and strip in full production at some point in the near future.

Geoff_T · 20th November 2006

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Originally Posted by TonyBelmont

I have the channel strip which features the new compressor. They should have the compressor and strip in full production at some point in the near future.

Hi

We are making a batch of GTC2's at the moment!

http://usera.imagecave.com/auroraaudio/GTC2.jpg

True North · 20th November 2006

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Originally Posted by TonyBelmont

I have the channel strip

I wasn't aware that Geoff was even making one - tell us more

**TonyBelmont** · 20th November 2006

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Originally Posted by Geoff_T

Hi

We are making a batch of GTC2's at the moment!

http://usera.imagecave.com/auroraaudio/GTC2.jpg

Yay! Looks like I'll have them real soon, then...

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Originally Posted by True North

I wasn't aware that Geoff was even making one - tell us more

Yes, the channel strip is basically one channel of GTQ mic pre with EQ, and one channel of this new GTC2 compressor in a 1u rack unit.

We'll be putting both up on the site in the near future.

GYMusic · 20th November 2006

Crane Song STC-8

Jim vanBergen · 20th November 2006

Don't forget the Neve Portico compressor and the Daking. Well worth a listen, with similar mojo to the 33609 - designed to compete well with them, and both great for tracking.

Oldone · 20th November 2006

Another Portico 5043 fan here. Works for tracking and the mixbuss.

Jim vanBergen · 20th November 2006

oh, and why has no one mentioned the Crane Song Trakker?

**TonyBelmont** · 20th November 2006

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Originally Posted by Jim vanBergen

oh, and why has no one mentioned the Crane Song Trakker?

Because it's not a stereo unit.

mikey · 20th November 2006

you got to consider Ted Fletchers new machine also people seem to like it

NathanEldred · 20th November 2006

How about another tube tech? Dual mono compressors in a stereo situation RULES!!

If you're talking about more of a psuedo mastering type of situation, consider the Buzz Audio SOC1.1 or anything from Crane Song, they are all very flexible and transparent.

OHA · 20th November 2006

Vintage Design C1 is a great add to the ones you got.. I'll choose it over 33609 for tracking.

Rob King · 20th November 2006

I have a ton of Compressors and this one never gets mentioned... The SPL Kultube..This is one of my favorite Stereo Comps! It really sounds fantastic. I use this my Slam! and SSL G all the time for different duties...

Steamy Williams · 21st November 2006

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Originally Posted by GYMusic

Crane Song STC-8

+1

Flying_Dutchman · 21st November 2006

Another vote for the STC-8!!

buickwilson · 21st November 2006

GML8900 is great too...

18th November 2006	#1
mattoxxx Gear maniac Joined: May 2003 Location: boston Posts: 173 Thread Starter	Stereo compressor for tracking Right now I've got 3 distressors, 2 1176, Fatso, Tube Tech Cl1b. These cover a lot of ground but It would be nice to have a dedicated stereo comp for tracking. The Fatso works once in awhile. But I've been think maybe a Drawmer 1968. I do everything to RnB, Hip Hop, classic, accapella, and rock and blues. It would also be nice to have a something a bit cleaner than what we've already got. If any one has any suggustions that would be great. Thanks Matt

19th November 2006	#3
edvdr76 Lives for gear Joined: Mar 2006 Location: Bell, CA Posts: 810	A Summit DCL-200 is also a very good compressor. It's very smooth sounding. __________________ myspace.com/esgarsmusic myspace.com/cheesgar "You can NEVER, fix it in the mix"

19th November 2006	#4
TonyBelmont Moderator Joined: Feb 2004 Location: Boston,MA Providence,RI Posts: 15,921	The new Aurora Audio GTQc compressor is an incredible piece that would give you another completely different sound than what you already have. It has both FET and OPTO circuits, and a unique feature uses both types in a mixed mode. The auto attack & release is so cool, especially for hip hop vocals. It would be the first one I would check out, considering you already own Distressors, 1176's, and a CL1B. __________________ Tony Belmont We Sell Gear! High Profile Audio.....PluginDiscounts.com I may on occasion talk about some of the products I am a dealer for in my posts.. and that's OK! I sell them because I like them. Not vice versa. It's more fun to talk about things you know and love, then things you don't.

20th November 2006	#15
mikey Lives for gear Joined: Sep 2004 Posts: 587	you got to consider Ted Fletchers new machine also people seem to like it __________________ mikey

20th November 2006	#16
NathanEldred Lives for gear Joined: Jun 2002 Location: West Coast Central Florida Posts: 7,242	How about another tube tech? Dual mono compressors in a stereo situation RULES!! If you're talking about more of a psuedo mastering type of situation, consider the Buzz Audio SOC1.1 or anything from Crane Song, they are all very flexible and transparent. __________________ Nathan Eldred Visit Atlas Pro Audio

19th November 2006	#2
thejook Lives for gear Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 569	The one 'taste' I think you're missing is a Neve-style comp. 33609 if you can afford it, Chandler LTD-2 if you can't (2 of them, I guess, if stereo is a must [and it is]).

20th November 2006	#10
GYMusic Lives for gear Joined: Sep 2002 Location: Santa Ynez, Taxafornia Posts: 840	Crane Song STC-8

20th November 2006	#11
Jim vanBergen Lives for gear Joined: Apr 2005 Location: New York Friggin' City Posts: 2,562	Don't forget the Neve Portico compressor and the Daking. Well worth a listen, with similar mojo to the 33609 - designed to compete well with them, and both great for tracking.

20th November 2006	#12
Oldone Lives for gear Joined: Dec 2002 Location: Mission Viejo, CA Posts: 1,180	Another Portico 5043 fan here. Works for tracking and the mixbuss.

20th November 2006	#17
OHA Gear addict Joined: Apr 2004 Location: Norway Posts: 324	Vintage Design C1 is a great add to the ones you got.. I'll choose it over 33609 for tracking.

20th November 2006	#18
Rob King Lives for gear Joined: Dec 2005 Location: Sherman Oaks Posts: 1,095	I have a ton of Compressors and this one never gets mentioned... The SPL Kultube..This is one of my favorite Stereo Comps! It really sounds fantastic. I use this my Slam! and SSL G all the time for different duties... __________________ Rob King Green Street Studios My Production Gear List

21st November 2006	#20
Flying_Dutchman Lives for gear Joined: Oct 2005 Posts: 3,145	Another vote for the STC-8!!

21st November 2006	#21
buickwilson Gear nut Joined: Nov 2002 Posts: 140	GML8900 is great too...

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