SPL recently announced the IRON, a new mastering compressor! Only a few details are currently known about this piece of hardware. We here at Muzeek World have assembled a short blog post about this upcoming product. Read on! The SPL Iron is a mastering compressor that combines the sound of vintage tube compressors with the… Read More »
Retro Instruments creates amazing redesigns of classic tube audio equipment. The Retro 176 Limiting Amplifier is a fantastic modern improvement on the Universal Audio 176. The same goes for the Retro Sta-Level Compressor, which draws influence from the classic Gates Sta-Level. While both of these Retro Instruments devices reduce dynamic range, they shouldn’t be seen… Read More »
Compressors (limiters) reduce the dynamic range (also known as the span between the loudest and softest sounds) of audio. And while compressors help control your maximum levels, they often bring a cold, sterile presence to your audio. With lack of warmth comes lack of interest. Thankfully we have Manley compressors, which keep your music from… Read More »
While you might think that tube microphone preamplifiers are scarce these days, they’ve actually seen a recent resurgence. Just look at the Manley Mic Preamps. These mic pres utilize high quality vacuum tubes, hand-wound transformers and hand-selected components to provide you with natural, organic sound! Tube microphone preamplifiers are here to stay, despite today’s powerful… Read More »