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Authentic Tape Emulation
The Roger Mayer 456HD-500 meticulously replicates the dynamic range, harmonic richness, and frequency response of the classic Ampex 456 tape and Studer A80 machine, providing a genuine analogue tape feel.
The Roger Mayer 456HD-500 is a 500 series module designed to replicate the dynamic and harmonic properties of analogue tape.
The Roger Mayer 456HD-500 features a unique ultra-high speed analogue circuit to emulate the classic combination of Ampex 456 tape with a Studer A80, recreating the harmonic and dynamic properties of this tape formulation and the frequency response, bias and tape head characteristics of this machine. Unlike software plug-ins, the 456HD-500 allows you to track with ZERO latency. It also has the advantage of providing the much sought-after feel & sound of tape but without wow & flutter, and tape hiss.
The 456HD-500 has an input and output control for gain-staging and a Bias to affect the tone of tape colouration, recreating the typical tone of 15ips and 30ips playback speed and anything in between. Markers are provided for each control and serve as a starting point which will work for most applications.
Ideal for tracking placed just before your A-to-D stage, or on your mixbus (with two modules), the 456HD-500 delivers all the benefits of analogue tape to your digital recording and mixing setup.
ABOUT ROGER MAYERRoger Mayer is a British audio designer who started designing guitar effects for Jimmy Page, Jeff Beck and Big Jim Sullivan around 1964. His ground-breaking fuzz pedal designs and the legendary Octavia pedal helped Jimi Hendrix achieve his unique guitar tone - which was used for the first time on the Purple Haze guitar solo at Olympic Studios, London. Roger stayed with Jimi throughout his career designing recording consoles, pre-amps, compressors and EQ's for many UK and USA studios.
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Roger Mayer 456HD-500 Main Features:
- UK over £99 FREE
- UK under £99 £10
- EU £36
- Rest of World £80
Large/Heavy items: Extra charges may apply (e.g., consoles, large monitors). We’ll contact you before processing if so.
We ship with DPD and UPS across the UK, EU and worldwide. Same-day within the M25 is available depending on stock from £48.
At KMR, we provide exceptional support for all your audio studio requirements. Our committed team is ready to help you with setup, troubleshooting, and optimizing your gear for peak performance.
If you face any challenges, our customer service team is just a phone call away, prepared to offer expert assistance.
KEY FEATURES
Zero Latency Tracking
Unlike digital software emulations, the 456HD-500 offers real-time processing with zero latency, perfect for live tracking and monitoring, ensuring immediate responsiveness and a smoother recording process.
Versatile Tone Shaping
With adjustable input and output gain controls and a Bias setting to toggle between 15ips and 30ips tape speeds, the 456HD-500 allows for precise tonal adjustments, catering to different recording and mixing needs.
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