[sdiy] making pultec and neve-esque type stuff

[synth at charlielamm.com]

I agree.  It's not easy/cheap to make inductor-based, high performance
stuff, even if it looks like there isn't much under the hood.

However, if you want to know how something works, building/troubleshooting
something is more educational than buying it.  As they say in "Animal
House": "knowledge is good".

http://www.americanproaudio.net/LA2/index.html

On Mon, 7 Apr 2003, Tim Curtis wrote:

> Before beginning a project such as the 1272 clone, remember that it has
> limited functionality in most applications.  The 1272 was never intended
> for use as a Mic Pre - it lacks the gain of a true Neve Mic Preamp.
>
> Also, the problem with replicating anything like this is the
> transformers.  They are quite expensive and you need both input and
> output trannies.  Most "classic" circuits share this trait.
>
> Also, in the Neve line, the EQs of their classic Channel Amps were all
> inductor based.  Unless you're using the exact same inductor, it's not
> going to sound the same.  Might sound okay, but won't sound like a Neve.
>
> Not easy for a beginner.  I'd recommend just buying one of the
> commercial models.
>
> Tim
>
>
>
> BrightBoy wrote:
>
> >>any linkjs or sources for DIY'ing that sort of stuff would be great and any ideas
> >>or info to help out a beginner would be even better
> >>
> >>
> >
> >Point your browser here for a great starting point:
> >
> >http://recording.org/users/kev/
> >
> >Here's a great looking Neve 1272-esque DIY kit:
> >
> >http://www.seventhcirclestudios.com/SCA/SCA.htm
> >
> >Some good looking (possible redundant) links here:
> >
> >http://www.vintagedesign.halmstad.net/reseach.htm
> >
> >Cheers,
> >
> >Jeff
> >
> >
> >
> >
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