Shadow Hills Industries Mastering Compressor
MPN #Mastering Compressor
Mastering compressor with dual compression sections, optical for dynamic reduction, discrete for precise control, sidechain filter, variable output transformers, and more
The Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor is a premium, multi-functional audio processor designed for professionals in the music and audio production industry. Developed by the engineers at the Shadow Hills Austin Research Facility, this mastering compressor is equipped with advanced technology to precisely control audio dynamics. It features dual compression sections: an Optical section with an Electroluminescent Optical Attenuator for smooth, musical gain reduction, and a Discrete section with a Voltage Controlled Amplifier for more surgical dynamic control. These sections allow for fine-tuning of audio material, ensuring the highest quality output.
Additionally, the Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor offers a Sidechain Filter, which prevents frequencies below 90 Hz from triggering compression, and an Output Transformer Switching Technology with options to switch between Nickel, Iron, and Steel transformers to alter the tonal characteristics of the output. The unit also includes comprehensive metering with VU meters and a Magic Eye Indicator Tube, enabling precise monitoring of output levels and gain reduction. It can operate in both dual mono and stereo modes, providing flexibility for different mixing and mastering scenarios. This compressor is built for those who demand the utmost precision and versatility in their audio processing toolkit.
Features
Compression Sections
Optical Section
Uses Electroluminescent Optical Attenuator for primary level adjustment.Two-stage release time for dynamic range control: 80% fast release, 20% slow.Controls: Optical Threshold and Optical Gain for precise attenuation and gain.
Discrete Section
Employs a discrete Voltage Controlled Amplifier.Includes Discrete Threshold, Discrete Gain, Discrete Ratio, Discrete Attack, and Discrete Recovery controls.Six-position Discrete Ratio Switch offers compression ratios from 1.2:1 to 20:1.Adjustable Discrete Attack for transient retention and Discrete Recovery for signal return timing.
Sidechain Filter
Filters out frequencies below 90 Hz from triggering compression in both Optical and Discrete sections.
Output Transformer Switching Technology
Offers three transformer settings for varied frequency response and distortion
Nickel: Low distortion, enhanced high frequencies with a 10 kHz boost.Iron: Colored sound with a 100 Hz boost.Steel: Most colored sound with a 40 Hz boost, adding tight cue response.
Indication Metering
Features two medium-sized VU meters and a Magic Eye Indicator Tube.Meters can display Optical Gain Reduction, Discrete Gain Reduction, or Output Level.Meter Select Switch allows independent meter settings for Stereo operation.
Stereo Operation
Operates in either Dual Mono or Stereo mode.In Stereo, left-hand controls manage all compressor features, except the Meter Select Switch.
Specifications
General
Type: Analog mastering compressorChannel Configuration: Dual mono, stereo, or mid-side processingFormat: 3U 19" rack-mountable unit
Compressors
Two stages of compression
Optical Compressor: Gain reduction based on light-dependent resistorsDiscrete VCA Compressor: Voltage-controlled amplifier for dynamic range control
Controls
Threshold: Separate controls for Optical and Discrete sectionsRatio: Switchable, varies per section (Optical: 2:1, 4:1; VCA: 2:1, 3:1, 4:1, 6:1)Attack: Separate controls for each section, adjustableRelease: Separate controls for each section, adjustableMakeup Gain: Separate for Optical and Discrete sectionsTransformer Selection: 3 switchable settings (Nickel, Iron, Steel) for tone shaping
Metering
Metering Type: Analog VU metersMetering Function: Gain reduction, output level
Connectivity
Input: XLR (balanced)Output: XLR (balanced)
Power
Power Supply: External power supply unit (Not Included)
Additional Features
Bypass: True bypass for each sectionSidechain: External sidechain insert points
Dimensions
3UHeight: 5.25 inches (13.34 cm)Width: 19 inches (48.26 cm)Depth: 13.75 inches (34.93 cm)
Weight
Unit Weight: Approximately 23 lbs (10.4 kg)
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5.0
Derek
St-Élie-de-Caxton
May 8, 2021
Tout un compresseur
C'est un compresseur incroyable. Il a tout. Superbe ajout à mon studio.
studiodmauricie.com
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