Universal Audio Revives 601 Tube Preamp As UAD Plug-In

Bill Putnam Sr, founder of Universal Audio, first introduced the 610 Modular Amplifier preamp in 1958. The 610 is famous among record producers for its harmonic detail, clipping characteristics, and ability to overdrive in a warm, musical fashion. You might not know the model number of the 610, but you would recognize its signature sound:… Read More Universal Audio Revives 601 Tube Preamp As UAD Plug-In

Radial Intros Tonebone PZ-Pre Acoustic Instrument Preamplifier

At the Winter NAMM show, Radial Engineering introduced the Tonebone PZ-Pre, a compact full-function acoustic instrument preamplifier designed for studio and live performance. The PZ-Pre is a unique two channel pedal that is equipped with piezo acoustic input signal boosters to allow both ‘add-on’ instrument pickups and built-in, integral active preamps to be combined for… Read More Radial Intros Tonebone PZ-Pre Acoustic Instrument Preamplifier

Violet Audio Announces ADP61 24bit 192kHz Studio AV Preamp Decoder

Violet Audio, makers of high-end audio gear, has announced the US launch of their new ADP61 24bit 192kHz Studio AV Preamp Decoder. The new Violet Audio ADP61 Studio AV Preamp/Decoder is a “digital control hub” for professional and project studios, home theatres, and permanent installations. With a multitude of analog, digital, and S-Video inputs, the… Read More Violet Audio Announces ADP61 24bit 192kHz Studio AV Preamp Decoder

PreSonus Drops Firebox Price

PreSonus has lowered the price of the FIREBOX – 6×10 FireWire Recording System to $299. The FIREBOX has the highest record/playback track count of its size with the ability to record six inputs and playback through ten outputs simultaneously all at pro-quality 24-bit/96kHz. Two ultra-low noise high-headroom microphone/instrument preamplifiers with 48V phantom power are on… Read More PreSonus Drops Firebox Price