Hardware multiband compressor
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Hardware multiband compressor
So I sold my mixer little bit back and just been mixing in the box for a bit now. Meanwhile I've been saving to get a hybrid set up back up and running again. Mixing with an actual console just so much fun! Recently I mixed a record and used a multiband comp on the mixbuss (Ozone) and I think Ive fallen in love.
So in the guise of working towards my hybrid set up is there a multiband compressor that you guys would recommend that would rival the quality of Ozone? Lookin get I spend upwards to $1000, but less is better of course ($500 or less would be optimum). So what's out there?
So in the guise of working towards my hybrid set up is there a multiband compressor that you guys would recommend that would rival the quality of Ozone? Lookin get I spend upwards to $1000, but less is better of course ($500 or less would be optimum). So what's out there?
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Cool thanks for the reply. One think I've thought about, which I think I may have even read on here years ago, is getting a crossover and hooking up something like an seperate FMR RNC in each crossover band. Would that even work or just be a mess?
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Yes, and yes.Brett Siler wrote:Would that even work or just be a mess?
Seriously, not many hardware multiband compressors out there that I know of. Think about it, it's basically a crossover with multiple compressors, for a very limited demographic even in the audio world. Not gonna find many cheap ones.
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Not on the mix buss, but Larry talked about using a Behringer crossover to create multiband compression (and EQ) and reviewed it back in issue #34: http://tapeop.com/reviews/gear/34/super ... crossover/
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I did see this while looking at other gear today:
Drawmer 1973
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/1973
A bit more than your budget, but who knows, maybe one will come up used for less.
Drawmer 1973
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/1973
A bit more than your budget, but who knows, maybe one will come up used for less.
Other high-end options include the Maselec MLA-3 (way, way north of $1k, but just noting another hardware unit).
This could be worth considering. I believe you can score a used Drawmer 1968 for like $800, which is a killer unit and has a sidechain i/o. That '73 also looks interesting!ott0bot wrote:You'may have better luck just using and compressor with a key input and a separate eq. Now...that's just one band at a time, but it will work for most jobs.
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I actually don't enjoy using them that much, too many knobs & variables. hahaSnarl 12/8 wrote:What did you like about mixing into the multi-band? There might be some other way of getting the same magic.
When I'm recording a project, tend to mix on the way in, so there isn't as much correctioned needed. However, they are helpful when I'm mixing music I didn't record, since i find most people tend to be more conservative and just record what is there, then leave all the choices during mixing (why God?!). Say you have a multi-mic'd acoustic guitar, but the phase is wonky or there is some crazy room modes, I can usually use a mulitband to subdue or push the frequencies that'll fix the issue without extreme eq. Great for poorly mic'd stuff with too much proximity effect, as well.
I find they can also make an anemic mix more beefy, without having to go back and eq and compression a bunch of stuff track by track. Usually though, I'll leave that to mastering or just redo the mix to sound proper.
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the ozone is a killer plugin and very powerful - i doubt you can approach it in hardware
without spending a lot money! it's really mastering that you are getting into at that point.
i use a UBK fatso with a eq in the sidechain to filter the lows a bit but that's not half of what a multiband can do - and that'll still set you back $2500+
without spending a lot money! it's really mastering that you are getting into at that point.
i use a UBK fatso with a eq in the sidechain to filter the lows a bit but that's not half of what a multiband can do - and that'll still set you back $2500+
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Whoa, getting some action on this thread. Rad!
As for the TubeTec, I wish. That's like a Bricasti, a maybe someday but most likely not.
Just looked into the BSS. Four bands and sells used in my price range. Have you used it? Please tell me it sounds good!drumsound wrote:there was a BSS multiband compressor. The TubeTec multiband compressor sounds really nice, but is gonna set you back more than a grand.
As for the TubeTec, I wish. That's like a Bricasti, a maybe someday but most likely not.
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Rhythm Ranch, thanks for the read. Dan Rathbun and Larry are heavy weights. Definitely something to consider.
Otto that drawmer 1973 looks awesome. If need be I could possible save another $500, or keep my eye out for used.
Joninc oh yea Ozone is amazing. I use it all the time. For this though, I wouldn't need the EQ, exciter, reverb, limiter, dither, or imager. Just the multiband.
Otto that drawmer 1973 looks awesome. If need be I could possible save another $500, or keep my eye out for used.
Joninc oh yea Ozone is amazing. I use it all the time. For this though, I wouldn't need the EQ, exciter, reverb, limiter, dither, or imager. Just the multiband.
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If you're talking about a BSS 901, it is a mono unit. You would need 2 and I am not sure if they can be strapped together for stereo.
Also, it's 4 individual tunable bands of compression, so there's no crossovers between bands. It's great for fixing problem sources.
Do you have your heart set on staying analog for your outboard?
If you're not opposed to digital outboard, find a used DBX Quantum or TC Finalizer. Both can be had for under $1k. You can also use them as your A/D converter to print mixes into your computer.
Also, it's 4 individual tunable bands of compression, so there's no crossovers between bands. It's great for fixing problem sources.
Do you have your heart set on staying analog for your outboard?
If you're not opposed to digital outboard, find a used DBX Quantum or TC Finalizer. Both can be had for under $1k. You can also use them as your A/D converter to print mixes into your computer.
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