The Un-OfFiCiAL

Liquid Mix Assets Pictorial Guide

Version 1.0

Edited by Rob Loney,

Production Engineer

Please send comments or suggestions to:

Lev10Prod@yahoo.com
 Table of Links
(By Equipment Brand Name)

Compressors:
API 2500 Stereo Mastering Compressor (US) Discrete
Avalon Vt 737sp Vacuum Tube (US) Valve/Tube
BSS DPR-402 Dual Compressor Peak Limiter (UK) Solid State
Chiswick Reach Stereo Valve Compressor (UK) Valve/Tube
dbx 160S Compressor Limiter (US) Solid State
dbx 165 Over Easy Compressor/Limiter (US) Solid State
DRAWMER 1960 Vacuum Tube Compressor Pre-Amp (UK) Hybrid
DRAWMER DL221X (UK) Solid State
Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor (US) Solid State
Fairchild Model 670 (US) Valve/Tube
Focusrite Green Channel Strip (UK) Solid State
Focusrite ISA 130 (UK) Solid State
Focusrite Red 7 (UK) Solid State
Joe Meek SC2 Stereo Compressor (UK) Solid State
MANLEY SLAM! FET Limiter (US) Solid State
MANLEY SLAM! 9 ELOP (Optical) Limiter (US) Solid State
MANLEY Stereo Variable MU® Limiter Compressor (US) Valve/Tube
Millenia STT-1 Twin Topology Compressor (US) Hybrid
Neve 2254/A Dual/Stereo Limiter and Compressor (UK) Solid State
Neve 33609/B Dual/Stereo Compressor/Limiter (UK) Solid State
Neve VR Console Compressor (UK) Solid State
PYE 84 4060/01 Compressor / Limiter (UK) Solid State
Smart Research C2 Bus Compressor (UK) Solid State
Solid State Logic SL 4000 G+ Channel Comp/Lim (UK) Solid State
Solid State Logic SL510 (UK) Solid State
Solid State Logic FX G384 Stereo Compressor (UK) Solid State
Summit DCL-200 Dual Compressor Limiter (US) Hybrid
Summit TLA-100A Tube Levelling Amplifier (US) Hybrid
TELETRONIX MODEL LA-2A Leveling Amplifier (US) Valve/Tube
TL Audio C-1 Dual Valve Compressor (UK) Valve/Tube
TUBE-TECH CL 1B Compressor (DK) Valve/Tube
TUBE-TECH LCA 2B Dual Compressor / Limiter (DK) Valve/Tube
UNIVERSAL AUDIO 1176LN Limiting Amplifier (US) Solid State
Urei LA-4 Compressor / Limiter (US) Solid State
Urei Model 1176LN Mono Limiting Amplifier (US) Solid State
Urei / TELETRONIX LA-3A Leveling Amplifier (US) Solid State
 Table of Links
(By Equipment Brand Name, cont.)

Equalizers:
AMEK Angela (UK) Hybrid
API 550A (US) Discrete
API 550B (US) Discrete
API 559 (US) Discrete
AVALON AD 2055 (US) Discrete
AVALON Vt 737sp (US) Valve/Tube
AVALON Vt 747sp (US) Hybrid
Chandler Limited EMI / Abbey Road Copy (US) Solid State
Chandler Limited EMI Passive TG Channel MKII (US) Solid State
EAR 822Q (UK) Valve/Tube
Focusrite ISA 115 (US) Solid State
Focusrite Platinum Bass Factory (US) Solid State
Focusrite Platinum Voicemaster (US) Solid State
Manley Massive Passive Stereo Equalizer (US) Valve/Tube
Neve 1058 (UK) Solid State
Neve 1073 (UK) Solid State
Pultec EQH2 (US) Valve/Tube
Pultec EQP1 (US) Valve/Tube
Pultec MEQ5 (US) Valve/Tube
SSL E Series EQ Module (UK) Solid State
SSL G Series EQ Module (UK) Solid State
 Table of Links
(By Liquid Mix Code Name)

ACME 1 ACME 2 BIG BLUE (ALL) BIG GREEN BRIT DESK1

BRIT DESK 2 BRIT DESK3 BRIT DESK 4 BRIT DESK 5 BRIT DESK6
BRIT TUBE CLASS A 1 CLASS A 2 CLASS A 4 COPY CAT
COPY CAT 2 COPY CAT 3 DUNK 1A DUNK 1B FF GREEN 5
FF ISA 130 FF RED 7 GRINDER 1A GRINDER 1B HUGE TUBE
ISA115 LEVELLER LIVE SOUND LONDON MEAT PIE
MIX BUSS NEW AGE (ALL) OLD TUBE 1 OLD TUBE 2 OLD TUBE 3
PLATINUM 1 PLATINUM 2 PRIMITIVE SILVER 2 SILVER 3
SILVER 4 STELLAR 1 STELLAR 2 STELLAR 3 STELLAR 4
TRANY 1 (ALL) TRANY 3 TRANY 4 TRANY 5 US RADIO
VIKING 1 VIKING 2 VINTAGE VINTAGE 3 WASP 1
WASP 2 ZEBRA 2 ZEBRA 3
 Liquid Mix - COMPRESSOR GUIDE

API 2500 Stereo Mastering Compressor (US) Discrete

Based on an API 2500 stereo mastering compressor, serial number 0016

The emulations offer combinations of Soft, Medium and Hard Knee settings; Loud, Medium and
Normal 'Thrust' settings; and Feed-back and Feed-forward compression. This compressor can offer
subtle to aggressive compression. The 'Thrust' settings are various levels of high-pass filtering in the
side-chain, allowing less bass signal being fed to the compressor's detection circuit. This results in
heavier / punchier bass in the output signal. Feedback is a vintage style, while feed-forward is a
modern style of compression.

All controls - Stepped Ratio (with LIMIT at max setting), Attack and Release

TRANY 1A US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1A [ Soft ] [ Normal ] [Feedback]

TRANY 1B US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1B [ Medium ] [ Normal ] [Feedback]
TRANY 1C US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1C [ Hard ] [ Normal ] [Feedback]
TRANY 1D US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1D [ Soft ] [ Medium ] [Feedback]
TRANY 1E US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1E [ Medium ] [ Medium ] [Feedback]
TRANY 1F US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1F [ Hard ] [ Medium ] [Feedback]
TRANY 1G US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1G [ Soft ] [ Loud ] [Feedback]
TRANY 1H US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1H [ Medium ] [ Loud ] [Feedback]
TRANY 1I US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1I [ Hard ] [ Loud ] [Feedback]
TRANY 1J US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1J [ Soft ] [ Normal ] [FeedFrwd]
TRANY 1K US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1K [ Medium ] [ Normal ] [FeedFrwd]
TRANY 1L US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1L [ Hard ] [ Normal ] [FeedFrwd]
TRANY 1M US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1M [ Soft ] [ Medium ] [FeedFrwd]
TRANY 1N US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1N [ Medium ] [ Medium ] [FeedFrwd]
TRANY 1O US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1O [ Hard ] [ Medium ] [FeedFrwd]
TRANY 1P US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1P [ Soft ] [ Loud ] [FeedFrwd]
TRANY 1Q US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1Q [ Medium ] [ Loud ] [FeedFrwd]
TRANY 1R US CLASSIC DISCRETE 1R [ Hard ] [ Loud ] [FeedFrwd]
Avalon Vt 737sp Vacuum Tube (US) Valve/Tube

Based on an Avalon VT737SP valve channel strip, serial number 28150

Avalon's opto-compressor unit features a signal path design with twin Class A vacuum tube triodes
for gain matching. The optical attenuator acts as a simple passive level controller. Full dynamic
control from soft compression to hard- knee limiting can be achieved with the threshold, ratio-
compression, attack and release controls. Smooth high end, with valve warmth.

All controls - Attack and Release have SLOW and FAST in max and min settings, respectively

SILVER 2 US MODERN TUBE 1 (SEE ALSO SILVER 2 in EQ SECTION)

BSS DPR-402 Dual Compressor Peak Limiter (UK) Solid State

Based on a BSS DPR402 dual compressor/limiter, serial number 02-9983-B

The DPR-402 is a dual-channel compressor/limiter with peak limiting, adjustable speed, dynamics
program manipulation. This is the unit that has made it onto almost every technical spec in Live
sound. Its audio quality and ease of use has made it a true standard.

All controls - Ratio has LIMIT at max setting

LIVE SOUND BRIT LIVE SOUND 1

Chiswick Reach Stereo Valve Compressor (UK) Valve/Tube

Based on a Chiswick Reach stereo valve compressor, serial number RMS0061

The Chiswick Reach Stereo Valve Compressor is an impressive mastering compressor. This box
features "variable mu" gain control as used in many vintage compressors. Two all-transformer
coupled, valve signal paths operate in true class A mode. A unique "thump" position added to the
attack control to give creative drum and percussion effects. This is a versatile and unique valve
compressor that is able to produce a range of flavours from transparent and neutral to thick and dirty.

No Ratio - Attack starts at THUMP and ranges from 1-11, then SLOW. Release starts at FAST
and ranges 1-11, then SLOW

LONDON BRIT BOUTIQUE TUBE 1

dbx 160S Compressor Limiter (US) Solid State

Based on a Dbx 160S compressor/limiter, serial number 000004

The 160S has been a standard in both the studio and the sound reinforcement fields. Its high-
precision input stage followed by the world's widest dynamic range voltage controlled amplifier - the
dbx V8(TM) VCA - and an output stage with precise phase alignment at all audio frequencies provides
you with a transparent sounding device.

All controls - Attack scale is dB/m (dB per millisecond) and Release scale is dB/S (dB per
second)

BIG BLUE 1A US MODERN SOLID STATE 1A [Standard ]

BIG BLUE 1B US MODERN SOLID STATE 1B [OverEasy]

dbx 165 Over Easy Compressor/Limiter (US) Solid State

Based on a Dbx 165 compressor/limiter, serial number 1821

The DBX 165 is a solid state compressor/limiter. Like other dbx compressors, it's known for its
OverEasy trademark compression that provides an extremely smooth, almost inaudible compression.
The compression can be transparent, even when compressing heavily.

All controls – Attack scale is dB/m (dB per millisecond) and Release scale is dB/S (dB per
second)

US RADIO US CLASSIC SOLID STATE 1

DRAWMER 1960 Vacuum Tube Compressor Pre-Amp (UK) Hybrid

Based on a Drawmer 1960 tube compressor, serial number 1002

The Drawmer 1960 is a 2-channel unit combining eight active tube stages, low noise and the
reliability of solid state electronics. Each channel is comprised of a natural sounding "soft knee"
vacuum tube compressor. Soft knee designs do not have a rigidly defined threshold but the title
'Threshold' (amount of compression) has been retained. Attack simply offers a choice of slow, medium
and fast. Release has six settings: Positions 1-4 have fixed release times, positions 5-6 are two
different programme-dependent release time modes.

No Ratio - Attack has FAST, MED and SLOW. Release has 6 settings, 1 being fastest and 6
being slowest

WASP 1 BRIT CLASSIC TUBE 1

DRAWMER DL221X (UK) Solid State

Based on a Drawmer DL221X, serial number 1008X

The Drawmer DL221 is a 2-channel hard knee compressor/limiter, used since the 80s. It has
programme related, semi-automatic release characteristics that enable the DL221 to work effectively
on input signals such as vocals or slapped bass, where the natural decay envelope can vary
considerably. It has a great sound quality, no noise and a very fast attack. A classic for that warm
compressed sound.

All controls

WASP 2 BRIT CLASSIC SOLID STATE 1

Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor (US) Solid State

Based on a Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor, serial number 1689

The Distressor controls just about any source in a very pleasing and "musical" manner, adding
fullness, intelligibility and especially excitement. The compressor is digitally controlled, but offers a
warm, vintage sound by allowing you to add 2nd- or 3rd- order harmonic distortion to the signal,
emulating tape saturation and the classic tube compressor sound of the '60's and '70's. Don't miss
out on the NUKE setting (by turning the ratio dial to full)!

Stepped Ratio with -NUKE- at the max setting - Attack and Release range from 1 to 10, with 1
being fastest and 10 being slowest

COPY CAT US MODERN COPY CAT [ Clean ]

COPY CAT 2 US MODERN COPY CAT 2 [ 2nd Order Distortion (Tube) ]
COPY CAT 3 US MODERN COPY CAT 3 [ 3rd Order Distortion (Tape) ]

Fairchild Model 670 (US) Valve/Tube

Based on a Fairchild Model 670, serial number 530

Designed in the early 1950s, the Fairchild 670 is part of the variable-mu limiter family. Variable-mu
designs use an unusual form of vacuum tube that is capable of changing its gain dynamically. This
results in, in addition to featuring a tube output stage, the Fairchild actually achieving gain reduction
using tubes. A lovely warm and thick sound.

No Ratio or Attack - Release has 6 TC (Time Constant) settings, 1 being fastest and 6 being slowest

VINTAGE US VINTAGE TUBE 1

Focusrite Green Channel Strip (UK) Transformer/Solid State

Based on a Focusrite Green channel strip, serial number GO05116

Our classic Green 5 is a discrete VCA compressor, which uses peak side-chain detection. Its sound is
reliable and accurate, providing a wide range of control over threshold, ratio, attack and release. Due
to transformer coupling, there is some colour and warmth added to the signal but the overall feel is of
pristine clarity and subtle depth.

All controls - stepped Ratio with LIMIT at max setting, Attack has SLOW and FAST at max
and min settings, respectively

FF GREEN 5 FOCUSRITE GREEN CHANNEL

Focusrite ISA 130 (UK) Transformer/Solid State

Based on a Focusrite ISA 130, serial number F00069T

The ISA 130 is a discrete VCA compressor, which uses peak side-chain detection. Its sound is very
reliable and accurate, providing a wide range of control over threshold, ratio, attack and release. Due
to transformer coupling, there is some colour and warmth added to the signal but the overall feel is of
pristine clarity and subtle depth.

All controls

FF ISA 130 FOCUSRITE CLASSIC ISA 130

Focusrite Red 7 (UK) Transformer/Solid State

Based on a Focusrite Red 7, serial number FO6350T

Our much revered Red 7 is a discrete VCA compressor, which uses peak side-chain detection. Its
sound is reliable and accurate, providing a wide range of control over threshold, ratio, attack and
release. Due to transformer coupling, there is some colour and warmth added to the signal but the
overall feel is of pristine clarity and subtle depth. The Red 7 and U87 microphone have become an
industry standard in recording studios across the globe.

All controls - stepped Ratio, Attack has SLOW and FAST at max and min settings

FF RED 7 FOCUSRITE CLASSIC RED 7

Joe Meek SC2 Stereo Compressor (UK) Solid State

Based on a Joemeek SC2 compressor, serial number 05-1038

The Joemeek SC2 was one of the first products to expose the industry to Ted Fletcher's circuit design.
The SC2 uses a photo-electric gain-control element with modern servo-control techniques, which
results in accuracy and speed of response to the light source. The strength of the SC2 is in stereo bus
compression. The SC2 is not the type of machine that can be simply set and left. It requires
experimentation and tweaking. It provides both very musical limiting and compression and reacts to
changes in sound in a way that is pleasant to the ear.

All controls - Ratio has four presets, 1 being the lightest and 4 being the heaviest
compression. Attack and Release have SLOW and FAST at max and min

BIG GREEN BRIT CLASSIC OPTICAL

MANLEY SLAM! FET Limiter (US) Solid State

Based on a Manley Slam!, serial number SLAM120 (FET limiter)

SLAM! The acronym for "Stereo Limiter And Micpre" will get LOUD fast! This box houses four Limiters
and Class A tube mic preamps. Manley combined their favorite Electro-Optical circuit (ELOP) with an
extremely fast FET based brick-wall limiter. The FET LIMITER covers the range of clean predictable
limiting all the way to grunge and gravel. The FET RELEASE control allows you to achieve a variety of
colours. The "CLIP" setting provides an surpassed round shape. It's punchy and Manley's rule of thumb
is: 'Louder is better'.

No Ratio - Attack has VF (Very Fast), F (Fast) and M (Med). Release is stepped with CLIP in
min setting

DUNK 1A US MODERN FET 1

MANLEY SLAM! 9 ELOP (Optical) Limiter (US) Solid State

Based on a Manley Slam! serial number SLAM120 (ELOP opto limiter)

SLAM! The acronym for "Stereo Limiter And Micpre" will get LOUD fast! This box houses four Limiters
and Class A tube mic preamps. Manley combined their favorite Electro-Optical circuit (ELOP) with an
extremely fast FET based brick-wall limiter. One of the most appreciated aspects of the SLAM!'s
original ELOP® is the simplicity of a two knob limiter, which is perfect for the most demanding
recording situations.

No Ratio, Attack and Release

DUNK 1B US MODERN OPTICAL 1

MANLEY Stereo Variable MU® Limiter Compressor (US) Valve/Tube

Based on a Manley stereo 'variable mu' compressor, serial number MSLC61536

The MANLEY VARIABLE MU LIMITER has become a real standard in Mastering studios. "Mu" is tube talk
for gain. It works by using the "remote cut-off" (re-biasing) of a vacuum tube in order to achieve
compression (like the Fairchild 670).The COMPRESS mode is soft-knee (1.5 to 1) while the sharper
knee LIMIT mode starts at 4 to 1 and moves to 20 to 1 when limiting over 12dB. The knee softens
when more limiting is applied.

Attack has SLOW and FAST at max and min settings, Re lease has FAST, MF (Medium Fast),
MED, MS (Medium Slow) and SLOW settings

PRIMITIVE US CLASSIC TUBE 2

Millenia STT-1 Twin Topology Compressor (US) Hybrid

Based on a Millennia STT1, serial number 0-161

'Twin Topology' Recording Channel. The emulations offer a combination of valve/tube (VT) or solid-
state (SS) input stage, with or without transformer (TX), then routed to valve (VT) or solid-state (SS)
compressor.

No Attack - stepped Ratio and Release. Release has AUTO at max setting

NEW AGE 2A US MODERN HYBRID 2A [ VT ] [ off ] [ VT ]

NEW AGE 2B US MODERN HYBRID 2B [ VT ] [ TX ] [ VT ]
NEW AGE 2C US MODERN HYBRID 2C [ VT ] [ off ] [ SS ]
NEW AGE 2D US MODERN HYBRID 2D [ SS ] [ off ] [ VT ]
NEW AGE 2E US MODERN HYBRID 2E [ SS ] [ off ] [ SS ]
(the following setting definitions are still unknown at this time)
NEW AGE 2F US MODERN HYBRID 2F
NEW AGE 2G US MODERN HYBRID 2G
NEW AGE 2H US MODERN HYBRID 2H
NEW AGE 2I US MODERN HYBRID 2I
Neve 2254/A Dual/Stereo Limiter and Compressor (UK) Solid State

Based on a Neve 2254/A dual/stereo compressor/limiter, serial number 5008K

The 2254s were found in the older (dark gray) 80 Series Neve consoles and have a fixed attack time. A
variety of compression ratios are available. The fastest release time on the 2254 is 400ms on the
compressor and 100ms on the limiter. If you want something to cut through in the mix and add some
body to it, this is the one.

No Attack - stepped Ratio and Release. Release has AUTO at max setting

CLASS A 1 BRIT 70’S CLASS A 1

Neve 33609/B Dual/Stereo Compressor/Limiter (UK) Solid State

Based on a Neve 33609/B dual/stereo compressor/limiter, serial number 108

The 33609 utilises a bridged-diode gain reduction circuit and many custom transformers. The
uniquely musical character of this circuit made the 33609 a studio standard since its release. The
33609 offers limiting and compression for recording, mastering, post production and broadcast. Its
compression is smooth, musical and extreme settings can be used with the compression or limiting
remaining transparent. Based on the classic 2254, introduced by Neve in 1969, this is one of those
devices that can go from aggressive to transparent and everything in between.

No Attack - stepped Ratio and Release. Release has AUTO1 and AUTO2 at max settings

CLASS A 2 BRIT 70’S CLASS A 2

Neve VR Console Compressor (UK) Solid State

Based on a Neve VR console compressor, serial number unknown

The Neve VR console is known for its sound from countless hit records. The circuitry has lots of
headroom and creates a much sought after soft and warm yet crisp sound, for those of us that require
clean perfection in the signal path.

All controls - Ratio has LIMIT at max setting, Attack has FAST and NORM

BRIT DESK1 BRIT CLASSIC DESK 1

PYE 84 4060/01 Compressor / Limiter (UK) Solid State

Based on a Pye 84 4060/01 compressor/limiter, serial number 60

This is a classic British solid state unit with unique circuit principles. The basic compression amplifier
is model 845751. This unusual beast works on the Mark-space principle, which takes energy out of
peaks rather than crushing them. The PYE is a marvelous compressor, very musical and exceptionally
easy to use with few parameters to adjust and very smooth automatic gain make up. If you were
looking for colour, you found it.

No Attack - stepped Ratio (with LIMIT at max setting) and Release

MEAT PIE BRIT 60’S CLASS A

Smart Research C2 Bus Compressor (UK) Solid State

Based on a Smart Research C2 buss compressor, serial number C217

The C2 compressor houses two independent mono compressors. The characteristic sound of this unit
arises mostly from the fast response at the start of compression. When used across a mix, or with any
dynamic programme, the C2 has the effect of adding 'punch' as the sidechain 'breathes' around these
transients, while still controlling overall levels. CRUSH mode has been developed as an extension of
this 'musicality'. The C2's superb sonic performance and its 'Crush' function has made this the unit of
choice among so many successful producers in the pop field.

All controls - stepped Ratio (with LIMIT at max setting), Attack and Release (with AUTO at
max setting)

GRINDER 1A BRIT MODERN DESK COPY A

GRINDER 1B BRIT MODERN DESK COPY B [ Crush Mode ]

Solid State Logic SL 4000 G+ Channel Comp/Lim (UK) Solid State

Based on an SSL SL4000 G+ console compressor, serial number unknown

This is the famous G+ series channel soft knee compressor/limiter. It has a

programme sensitive attack time and an automatic gain make-up circuit that ensure it
maintains a steady output. According to Billboard magazine, 74.5% of US No. 1 singles
were recorded on G+ series consoles!

All controls - stepped Ratio (with LIMIT at max setting) and Attack with FAST
and NORM settings

BRIT DESK2 BRIT CLASSIC DESK 2

Solid State Logic SL510 (UK) Solid State
Based on an SSL SL510 5000-series dynamics module, serial number unknown

The SL 5000M was one of Solid State Logic's most esoteric and expensive mixing
consoles at the time. It was primarily used in the film and broadcast industry. The SL510
is the Mono Dynamics cassette. It's a true RMS-sensing feed-forward circuit with a soft-
knee “over-easy” threshold characteristic. Attack time is program dependant and can be
set to FAST or NORM (.3 or 3 ms for 20dB gain of reduction, repectively).

All controls - stepped Ratio (with LIMIT at max setting) and Attack with FAST and
NORM settings

BRIT DESK3 BRIT MODERN DESK 1

Solid State Logic FX G384 Stereo Compressor (UK) Solid State

Based on an SSL FX G384 stereo compressor, serial number FX384-180

This rackmount version of the G-series stereo desk output compressor is definitely a brilliant SSL
must-have. The FX G384 has selectable fixed attack, release and ratio values with variable threshold
and gain make up. The 60 second autofade is a valuable asset for that very last brilliant ad lib that
you can't afford to lose. It is easy to use, straight to the point and not too brutal. great for final mix
bus compression.

All controls - stepped Ratio, Attack and Release (with AUTO at max setting)

MIX BUSS BRIT CLASSIC BUSS

Summit DCL-200 Dual Compressor Limiter (US) Hybrid

Based on a Summit DCL-200 dual compressor/limiter, serial number 0721076

The DCL-200 is a dual channel compressor/limiter and is based on a hybrid design, combining the
characteristics of valves with the reliability of solid state devices. Its circuitry incorporates 12AX7A
vacuum tubes and 990 op-amps in a transformerless signal path. It is a favourite in both the live
sound and studio environments and provides you with a crisp yet smooth high frequency response
and the sweet low-mid and low frequencies you get from vacuum tubes.

All controls - 10 ratio settings with 1 being the lightest and 10 the heaviest compression

ACME 1 US MODERN TUBE 3

Summit TLA-100A Tube Levelling Amplifier (US) Hybrid

Based on a Summit TLA-100A tube levelling amplifier, serial number 0120429

The Summit Audio TLA-100A Tube Leveling Amplifier is a classic design with a technological hybrid
of vacuum tube and solid state devices. It produces an incredibly warm and smooth sound that does
not have the inherent disadvantages of older designs. When fast transient signals are being fed to the
TLA-100A, the unit reacts fast, both in attack and release. When the signal is more legato, the attack
and release times react more slowly.

All controls - 10 ratio settings with 1 being the lightest and 10 the heaviest compression,
Attack and Release have FAST, MED and SLOW settings

ACME 2 US MODERN TUBE 4

TELETRONIX MODEL LA-2A Leveling Amplifier (US) Valve/Tube

Based on a Teletronix LA2A valve compressor/limiter, serial number 00227 (silver face, pre-Harman)

If you are passionate about compressors, you'll love the LA-2A. The original was immediately
acknowledged for its natural sounding compression characteristics. It has a unique electro-optical
attenuator system that allows immediate gain reduction without an increase in harmonic distortion.
The LA-2A is an absolute all time classic.

Attack and Release are fixed – Ratio switches between COMP and LIMIT modes

LEVELLER US CLASSIC TUBE 3

TL Audio C-1 Dual Valve Compressor (UK) Valve/Tube

Based on a TL Audio C1 dual valve compressor, serial number 121739

Its General Electric US military specification valves (ECC83/12AX7A) and high retention gold plated
ceramic valve bases allow the C-1 to produce a fat sound. The first valve stage acts as a voltage
amplifier, and the second stage forms part of the gain control element. The gain control is performed
by TLA's unique transconductance stage which avoids the use of VCAs. This improves transparency
and minimises distortion. This compressor is capable of more drastic action, but generally speaking,
its strength is unobtrusive control rather than deliberate creative effect.

All controls - stepped Ratio, Attack and Release (both with SLOW and FAST at max and min)

BRIT TUBE BRIT MODERN TUBE 1

TUBE-TECH CL 1B Compressor (DK) Valve/Tube

Based on a Tube-Tech CL 1B compressor, serial number 04150

The TUBE-TECH CL-1B Compressor is an optical, tube-based compressor. It features a gain-reduction

element, positioned immediately after the input transformer and is controlled by the sidechain
amplifier, which also contains the two time control circuits - one for fixed and one for variable
Attack/Release. The gain-reduction element is followed by a tube-based push-pull amplifier.
Throughout the years and many recordings, the CL-1B has proven its value by adding that sought-
after vintage warmth.

Attack and Release are fixed - stepped Ratio

VIKING 1 DANISH CLASSIC TUBE 1

TUBE-TECH LCA 2B Dual Compressor / Limiter (DK) Valve/Tube

Based on a Tube-Tech LCA 2B dual/stereo compressor/limiter, serial number 04010

The TUBE-TECH LCA 2B is a tube based, two-channel unit with an independent compressor and
limiter per channel. The compressor has six attack/release presets as well as manual control. The
limiter's attack/release is fixed. The audio path is fully symmetrical from input to output. Input and
output have fully floating transformers.

No Release - stepped Ratio, Attack switches between 6 Presets

VIKING 2 DANISH CLASSIC TUBE 2

UNIVERSAL AUDIO 1176LN Limiting Amplifier (US) Solid State
(Pre-Harman re-issue of the UREI 1176LN)

Based on a Universal Audio 1176LN (reissue) mono limiting amplifier, serial number 1394

The original Universal Audio 1176LN designed by Bill Putnam was a major breakthrough in limiter
technology. It was the first true peak limiter with all transistor circuitry offering superior performance
and a signature sound. It set the standard for all limiters to follow. It still is one of the most widely
used and respected limiters in the industry. Sounds great on everything!

All controls - Ratio has four settings with the fifth being all buttons on the front panel pressed

STELLAR 1 US CLASSIC SOLID STATE 1

Urei LA-4 Compressor / Limiter (US) Solid State

Based on a Urei LA4 compressor/limiter, serial number 4832A (silver face)

Like the LA-3A, this is a half rack mono compressor/limiter, using electro-optical attenuation.
Adjustable threshold and ratios, attack/release settings are dependent on the audio signal and the
amount of gain reduction. It was designed to respond to RMS measurement of signal levels, possibly
the least intrusive method of automatic volume control. This makes the unit more 'musical', unfussy
and smooth.

Attack and Release are fixed - stepped Ratio

STELLAR 4 US CLASSIC OPTICAL 1

Urei Model 1176LN Mono Limiting Amplifier (US) Solid State

Based on a Urei 1176LN mono limiting amplifier, serial number 11854 (silver face)

Every serious recording studio has at least one of these mono units in its rack as a standard. It is
useful on almost anything and there is something very pleasing to the ear about how it controls
dynamics. Even though they operate on the FET principle, they possess wonderfully 'warming'
properties. The UREI has a warm and gently overdriven character.

All controls - Ratio has four settings with the fifth being all buttons on the front panel pressed

STELLAR 2 US CLASSIC SOLID STATE 2

Urei / TELETRONIX LA-3A Leveling Amplifier (US) Solid State

Based on a Urei / Teletronix LA3A mono levelling amplifier, serial number 1584
(black face, 30dB switch setting on rear panel)

The LA-3A Leveling Amplifier started life at the 1969 NY AES show and marked the departure from
tube design. Its simple control set and the T4 electro-optical attenuator (which is the source of the
LA-3A's program dependent compression) led to it being embraced as a studio workhorse. It is still
widely used today and remains a favorite of engineers and producers for its unique compression and
sonic characteristics.

Attack and Release are fixed – Ratio switches between COMP and LIMIT modes

STELLAR 3 US CLASSIC SOLID STATE 3

 Liquid Mix - EQ GUIDE
AMEK Angela (UK) Hybrid

Based on the six-band EQ section of a single channel from an Amek Angela console,
serial number 01314

This is a classic (pre Neve) Amek console with a phenomenal track record. It had a very musical 4-
band EQ, with low and high shelving and two sweepable mid bands. The Angela provided you with a
very smooth and silky sound and plenty of bottom end if required. For those pre-digital heads: The
sound is big, warm and very analog.

HPF Fixed – On/Off

LPF Fixed – On/Off
LF Shelf Boost Vari Gain, switched Freq
LMF bell Vari Gain and Freq, switched Q
HMF bell Vari Gain and Freq, switched Q
HF shelf Vari Gain, switched Freq

BRIT DESK6 BRIT 80’S CLASSIC DESK 1 EQ

API 550A (US) Discrete
Based on an API 550A four-band EQ, serial number 3855

Designed by the legendary Saul Walker in the late '60s, the discrete 550A was initially
used as a modular OEM equalizer. The industry rapidly embraced the sonic quality of
the 550A and it found its way into many custom console designs. The combination of
Walker's 2520 op amp, and the "Proportional Q" circuitry provides the user with an
uncomplicated way to achieve acoustically superior equalization.

Filter (giant band-pass) Fixed, On/Off

LF bell/shelf Vari Gain, switched Freq
MF bell Vari Gain, switched Freq
HF bell/shelf Vari Gain, switched Freq

TRANY 3 US CLASSIC DISCRETE 3 EQ

API 550B (US) Discrete

Based on an API 550B four-band EQ, serial number 02212

Conceived for the API's consoles, the 550 "B" is a new version of the original 1967 550.
The 550B's four EQ bands overlap significantly to act as a problem solver and
sweetening device. Each band offers 7 switchable filter frequencies, ranging from 4 to
5 octaves. The "API Proportional-Q” widens the filter bandwidth at minimal settings
and narrows it at higher settings.

LF shelf/bell Vari Gain and Freq

LMF bell Vari Gain and Freq
HMF bell Vari Gain and Freq
HF shelf/bell Vari Gain and Freq

TRANY 4 US DISCRETE 4 EQ
API 559 (US) Discrete
Based on an API 559 nine-band EQ, serial number AX-GP-02211

This rare 9-band graphic EQ has bands with fixed frequency but variable cut and
boost. All frequency bands are available due to Liquid Mix's drop-down menu
options at the bottom of each band. A clean and reliable EQ well known for its
sonic purity.

9 fixed bands Var Gain

35 Hz, 75 Hz, 160 Hz, 350 Hz, 750 Hz,
1.5 kHz, 3.5 kHz, 7.5 kHz and 16 kHz

TRANY 5 US DISCRETE 5 EQ

AVALON AD 2055 Equalizer (US) Discrete

Based on the four-band EQ of an Avalon 2055, serial number 10747

The AD2055 combines active and passive filter topologies with sonic excellence. It is the perfect
solution for two-buss music-program equalization, special instrument EQ, FX applications and ultra
high performance mastering studio's. The AD2055 offers high-voltage, large headroom, extended
bandwidth and very low noise.

LF shelf/bell Vari Gain, switched Freq

LMF bell Fully parametric, optional x 10 Freq setting
HMF bell Fully parametric, optional x 10 Freq setting
HF shelf/bell Vari Gain, switched Freq

SILVER 4 US MODERN DISCRETE 2 EQ

AVALON Vt 737sp (US) Valve/Tube

Based on the five-band EQ of an Avalon VT 737SP channel, serial number 12545

The VT-737SP parametric equalizer utilizes 100% discrete, Class A, high-voltage transistors are used
in the Avalon 737 for optimum sonic performance. It provides the smooth characteristics of an all-
passive tube design. The enhanced mid-range bands can be extended by using the X10 frequency
multipliers. The output amplifier utilises another dual triode vacuum tube driving a 100% discrete,
Class A, high-current, balanced and DC-coupled low noise output amplifier.

HPF Variable Freq

LF shelf Vari Gain and Freq
LMF Bell Vari Gain and Freq, with x 10 in Shape options and 2 Q settings
HMF Bell Vari Gain and Freq, with x 10 in Shape options and 2 Q settings
HF shelf Vari Gain and Freq

SILVER 2 US MODERN TUBE 1 EQ (See Also SILVER 2 in Compressors)

AVALON Vt 747sp (US) Hybrid

Based on an Avalon VT 747sp six-band EQ, serial number 27093

The VT 747sp is a six-band program equalizer that utilises 100% discrete, Class A high-voltage
transistors for optimum sonic performance. The six band STEREO program EQ has the smooth
characteristics of an all-passive design. The frequency turnover, Q and amplitude ranges for each
band provide a natural harmonic balance and the lowest phase change, while offering simple and
effective tone control. A great work horse in mixdown and mastering situations.

15 Hz LF shelf Vari Gain, with Solid State or Tube signal paths in Shape options
125Hz Bell Vari Gain, with Solid State or Tube signal paths in shape options
500Hz Bell Vari Gain, with Solid State or Tube signal paths in Shape options
2kHz Bell Vari Gain, with Solid State or Tube signal paths in Shape options
5kHz shelf Vari Gain, with Solid State or Tube signal paths in Shape options
32kHz shelf Vari Gain, with Solid State or Tube signal paths in Shape options

SILVER 3 US MODERN HYBRID 3 EQ

Chandler Limited EMI / Abbey Road Copy (US) Solid State
(Passive TG Channel)
(photo currently unavailable)

4 band Passive switched EQ. High Boost, Mid Cut, Low Boost, Low Cut. This EQ uses the same circuit
as the Abbey Road mastering console and should give the signature Beatles sound.

HF shelf/bell boost Vari Gain, switched Freq, gain-dependent Q,

optional high Q setting
MF bell cut Vari Gain, switched Freq, gain-dependent Q
LF shelf/bell boost Vari Gain, switched Freq, gain-dependent Q
LF cut Fixed

ZEBRA 3 US ZEBRA DISCRETE DESK COPY 1 EQ

Chandler Limited EMI Passive TG Channel MKII (US) Solid State

Abbey Road Special Edition (EMI Copy)

Based on the Chandler Limited EMI Passive TG Abbey Road

This is a Unique EQ! The Chandler Limited Channel MKII Abbey Road Special Edition EMI is a recreation
of several classic circuits and combines a TG2 preamp section with an equalizer that was redesigned
from an equalization circuit used in the TG12410 Transfer or mastering console. It offers very sweet
high frequencies with large inductor-based solid low frequencies, and a very high "Q" mid cut section.

HF shelf boost Vari Gain, switched Freq

MF bell boost Vari Gain, switched Freq,
gain-dependent Q, optional high Q setting
MF bell cut Vari Gain, switched Freq, high Q
LF shelf/bell boost Vari Gain, switched Freq, gain-dependent Q
LF cut Vari Freq

ZEBRA 2 US ZEBRA DISCRETE DESK COPY 2 EQ

EAR 822Q (UK) Valve/Tube

Based on an EAR 822Q three/four-band EQ, serial number TH82

The EAR 822Q equalizer is a simple passive device. EAR products always put the highest possible
sound quality in the forefront. It is a characteristic of the 822Q that subtle equalization is not masked
in effect by the distortion that is often the result due to inadequate active filters. The audio circuitry
stays true to the EAR principles of simplicity and transparency.

LF boost Vari Gain, switched Freq

LF cut Bands 1 and 2 are interactive with linked freq
MF bell boost Vari Gain and Q, switched Freq
HF shelf Cut Vari Gain

VINTAGE 3 BRIT CLASSIC TUBE 3 EQ

Focusrite ISA 115 (US) Solid State

Based on a Focusrite ISA 115 six-band EQ

Our very own voice-optimised EQ features fixed bands for breath (high frequency) and mid (mid
frequency) that can both be boosted or cut. A warmth band (low frequency) has selectable frequency
and gain. There is also an extra band for removing unwanted mid frequencies called absence.

HPF Switched Freq

LPF Switched Freq LMF bell - Fully parametric, x 3 Freq option
HMF bell Fully parametric, x 3 Freq option
LF shelf Vari Gain, switched Freq
HF shelf Vari Gain, switched Freq

ISA115 FOCUSRITE ISA115 EQ

Focusrite Platinum Bass Factory (US) Solid State

Based on the seven-band EQ featured on the Japanese-only Platinum Bass Factory, serial number P060929.

(no description available)

HPF Variable Freq (linked to Band 2)

LPF Variable Freq (linked to Band 1)
Bass Vari Gain
Mid Vari Gain
Treble Vari Gain - optional HMF (lower freq) setting
LF shelf/bell Vari Gain and Freq, optional high Q setting in bell mode
HF shelf/bell Vari Gain and Freq, optional high Q setting in bell mode

PLATINUM 2 FOCUSRITE BASS FACTORY EQ

Focusrite Platinum Voicemaster (US) Solid State

Based on the five-band EQ featured on the original Focusrite Platinum unit, serial number P070110

Focusrite's very own voice-optimised EQ features fixed bands for breath (high frequency) and mid
(mid frequency) that can both be boosted or cut. A warmth band (low frequency) has selectable
frequency and gain. There is also an extra band for removing unwanted mid frequencies called
absence.

HPF Vari Freq

Warmth bell Vari Gain and Freq, gain-dependent Q
Presence bell 1.3 kHz - Vari Gain, gain-dependent Q
Absence 3.9 kHz - On/Off
HF (Breath) shelf Vari Gain

PLATINUM 1 FOCUSRITE VOICE MASTER EQ

Manley Massive Passive Stereo Equalizer (US) Valve/Tube

Based on a Manley Massive Passive six-band EQ, serial number MSMPX1100

The MASSIVE PASSIVE is a dual-channel, four-band equalizer, with additional high-pass and low-pass
filters. "Passive" refers to the EQ design not using any active circuitry. It only consists of metal film
resistors, film capacitors and hand-wound inductors, thus giving you a massively beefy sound with
super headroom and all-tube make-up gain amplifiers. It allows huge HF boosts without sibilance
problems and a lovely fatness without mud.

HPF Switched Freq

LPF Switched Freq
LF shelf/bell Vari Gain, Freq and Q
LMF shelf/bell Vari Gain, Freq and Q
HMF shelf/bell Vari Gain, Freq and Q
HF shelf/bell Vari Gain, Freq and Q

HUGE TUBE US MODERN TUBE

Neve 1058 (UK) Solid State

Based on the three-band EQ section of a Neve 1058 channel strip, serial number 375

This is one of the first Neve EQ's. A fantastic and yet complex sound hides behind the
simplicity of the HF and LF controls and single MID section with switched frequencies. The
mid section also significantly affects the HF when switched in, even with no lift or cut. Get
used to Kc/s, which is the old term for kHz.

LF shelf Vari Gain

MF Bell Vari Gain and Freq
HF shelf Vari Gain

CLASS A 4 BRIT 60’S CLASS A 3 EQ

Neve 1073 (UK) Solid State
Based on the four-band EQ section of a Neve 1073, serial number 1742

(No Description Avail)

HPF OFF and switched Freq

LF shelf OFF and switched Freq, Variable Gain
MF Bell OFF and switched Freq, Variable Gain, freq-dependent Q
HF shelf Vari Gain

CLASS A 2 BRIT 70’S CLASS A 2 EQ

Pultec EQH2 (US) Valve/Tube

Based on a Pultec EQH2 three/four-band EQ, serial number 6140

The EQH-2 is a program equalizer, very similar to the EQP-1. It was designed to provide a smooth
equalization across final mixes or individual tracks. It used high-quality transformers and a tube gain
stage which is a push-pull design and as a result offers a much beefier character.

LF boost Variable Gain, switched Freq

LF Cut Bands 1 and 2 are interactive with linked Freq
HMF bell boost Vari Gain, switched Freq
HF shelf Cut Vari Gain

OLD TUBE 3 US 60’S TUBE 3 EQ

Pultec EQP1 (US) Valve/Tube

Based on a Pultec EQP1 three/four-band EQ, serial number 1253

One of the most distinctive features of the Pultec EQP-1, apart from its fabulous sonic character, is
that it's a passive EQ, using only resistors, capacitors, and inductors to achieve equalization. As no
amplifiers or followers are used, the different sections of the EQ interact with each other more than
would be the case if active components were used.

LF Boost Vari Gain, switched Freq

LF Cut Bands 1 and 2 are interactive (both use the same Freq control)
MF bell boost Fully parametric
HF Cut Vari Gain

OLD TUBE 1 US 60’S TUBE 1 EQ

Pultec MEQ5 (US) Valve/Tube

Based on a Pultec EQP1 three/four-band EQ, serial number 1253

The MEQ5 produces a warm, smooth and sweet EQ contour, combined with an extremely high-quality
tube audio signal path. Like most EQ classics, they are very easy to use: Grab a control, twist it and
everything sounds great. The MEQ-5 allows you to boost and cut midrange frequency bands with silky
smoothness and a lot of personality.

LMF bell boost Vari Gain, switched Freq

MF bell cut Vari Gain, switched Freq

HMF bell boost Vari Gain, switched Freq

OLD TUBE 2 US 60’S TUBE 2 EQ

SSL E Series EQ Module (UK) Solid State
Based on the six-band EQ section of a single module from an SSL E-series desk

The new E Series Modules reproduce the legendary sonic signature of an early 80’s classic, the
SL 4000 E console channel strip, which was featured on countless 1980’s recordings. The E
Series EQ Module features two different EQ’s found on editions of the console produced between
1979 and 1987. Each EQ has unique response curves and tonal character. They are distinguished
by the colors used on the LF knob caps so the two flavors have become known as the ‘Brown’ and
‘Black’ EQ’s. On the E Series EQ Module you can switch between these two different flavors of
EQ that have been loved by generations of professional producers.

HPF Vari Freq

LPF Vari Freq
LF shelf/bell Vari Gain and Freq
LMF bell Vari Gain, Freq and Q
HMF bell Vari Gain, Freq and Q
HF shelf/bell Vari Gain and Freq

BRIT DESK 4 BRIT MODERN DESK 2 EQ

SSL G Series EQ Module (UK) Solid State

Based on the six-band EQ section of a single module from an SSL G-series desk

HPF Vari Freq

LPF Vari Freq
LF shelf/bell Vari Gain and Freq
LMF bell Vari Gain, Freq and Q
HMF bell Vari Gain, Freq and Q
HF shelf/bell Vari Gain and Freq

BRIT DESK 5 BRIT MODERN DESK 3 EQ