niioanalog track thickener price : $1,095.00

the track thickener is a stereo channel strip that consists of three separate processing sections. the sat, vca, and eq feature an all-analog audio path and offer unique audio circuits for alternative sound manipulation. the sat section generates density and intensity within the sound with a choice of five individual circuits, and allows the user to selectively mix this signal with the original. this process transforms the thickness of the sound that passes "analog warmth" and into a level of shapeable analog circuit saturation that re-defines the character of the sound.

the vca and eq sections offer control over amplitude and tone that sets apart this distinctive processing unit. the vca features an h-ar envelope for cutting the amplitude of the sat and/or sat & dry signals. the vca can be used as a variable depth gate/expander with peak triggering and variable response times. triggered gating with a second signal is possible with the external trigger input that allows specific and/or rhythmatic triggering. the passive eq is ideal for fast tonal shaping, and with interacting and simultaneous boost and cut bands it becomes an interesting and effective tool in itself.



overview:
the track thickener is an all analog stereo processor used to drive a stereo or mono source though one of five analog circuits. these sat circuits transform the density of the sound for the purpose of creative manipulation of its texture and intensity. the sat section includes wet/dry mix with the ability to saturate all or only the upper or lower frequencies while retaining an unaffected low or high end by utilizing the built in crossover. with flexible crossover routing a frequency dependant saturation is achieved giving the user control over the density, volume, and frequency of the saturated element of the sound. this routing allows a wide range of saturation to be achieved, with the ability to bypass entirely.

the sat section is followed by a vca used to shape the amplitude envelope of the sound. the vca features an h-ar envelope with control over depth, trigger hold, attack, and release. alternative gating is possible with the use of the external trigger input. the vca can be used to affect the sat or sat&dry signals for different mixing options. a passive equalizer follows that allows tone shaping with the smooth characteristics of a passive circuit. the eq gives the user quick tone shaping over broad bands for effective shaping of the final sound.



features:
full stereo analog signal path
5 unique analog saturation circuits
wet / dry mix with crossover
vca with h-ar envelope
passive eq
external triggering for vca envelope
balanced/unbalanced in & out

samples:
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