Rupert Neve Designs Shelford Diode Bridge Compressor
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The Rupert Neve Designs Shelford Diode Bridge Compressor embodies the legacy of Rupert Neve’s exceptional audio engineering. Crafted for professionals who demand unparalleled sonic excellence, the compressor offers a blend of classic diode bridge compression with modern enhancements.
This dual-channel compressor is meticulously designed to deliver the warmth, richness, and dynamic control that have defined Rupert Neve’s work for decades.
Originally developed for the dynamics circuit of the acclaimed Shelford Channel, the Shelford Diode Bridge Compressor captures the soul of Rupert Neve’s original 2254 & 33609 units while providing modern updates including advanced timing control, significantly lower noise, fully stepped controls throughout, and internal parallel processing capabilities.
Whether you’re shaping the dynamics of a mix or adding character to individual tracks, the Shelford Diode Bridge Compressor provides the tools needed to achieve pristine, professional sound.
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- Dual Diode Bridge Compressors: Each channel of the unit is equipped with its own diode bridge compressor, offering the signature tonal coloration and musicality that Rupert Neve’s designs are known for.
- Transformer-Coupled Inputs and Outputs: The unit features custom transformers that provide the classic Rupert Neve warmth and weight, enhancing the overall sonic character of your audio.
- Flexible Sidechain Filters: With selectable high-pass filters on each channel, the unit allows you to tailor the compression response to better suit your source material, ensuring precise control over dynamics.
- Advanced Timing Controls: The compressor includes a wide range of attack and release times, allowing you to shape the compression characteristics to perfectly match the needs of your mix.
- Stereo Linking: For cohesive stereo compression, the unit offers a stereo link function, ensuring balanced and uniform compression across both channels.
- Built-in Blend Control: The wet/dry blend control on each channel enables parallel compression techniques, giving you the ability to mix compressed and uncompressed signals for greater control over dynamics.