FPGA Model FET-A76 Delivers the Highly
Desired Character of Classic Hardware Compressor, While New EQ Models
Delve Further Into Tone Shaping
Santa Monica, Calif., August 9, 2016 —Antelope Audio,
a leading interface company specializing in FPGA-based vintage FX
modeling, announces the arrival of its FET-A76 solid-state compressor to
its latest hardware interfaces, as well as a further expansion of its
EQ offerings with four new vintage hardware models. Each hardware-based
model leverages Antelope's leading edge proprietary Field Programmable
Gate Array (FPGA) technology, and joins a growing range of signal
processing offered by Antelope Audio with near-zero latency performance
and the exacting character of the original vintage gear. Antelope Audio
is already well known in the market as an expert in clocking and
conversion technologies.
The FET-A76, VEQ-HLF, Helios 69, NEU-PEV and Lang PEQ2 add more
essential tools for tracking and mixing to the growing Antelope Audio
digital platform, and are available immediately as an update for the
Goliath, Zen Tour and Orion Studio hardware.
Antelope harnesses a classic
FET-based compression has been a staple in the studio since its
invention in the late 60s. The Antelope FET-A76 captures all of the
nuances of a vintage FET compressor, and like its analog progenitor, is
useful not only for controlling dynamics and sculpting tone but also for
its ability to add punch and presence to anything passing through its
circuit. Mirroring the original hardware’s easy-to-use interface, the
FET-A76 features Input and Output gain controls and a selectable 4-way
ratio control with hidden “all-buttons” mode for a more aggressive
compression character.
The FET-A76 shines in a wide range of applications, from vocals to bass
guitar to buss compression, and is a powerful companion to Antelope
Audio’s already-available FPGA EQ models, including the recently
released BAE Audio 1073.
“The FET compressor has been a studio workhorse for decades, and now
thanks to our proprietary FPGA technology we can model the character of
this classic outboard gear in-hardware on our interfaces with near-zero
latency,” says Marcel James, director of U.S. sales, Antelope Audio.
“Whether you apply the it to individual tracks or to the mix bus, the
FET-A76 puts the musical analog character and all the incredible
dynamics shaping potential of this classic circuit at the fingertips of
Antelope Audio’s users to make their mixes shine.”
In addition to the FET-A76, Antelope Audio continues to grow its
impressive range of EQ models with no less than four new classic
circuits. These new models bring the power of timeless mixing consoles
and outboard gear to your desktop with the speed and precision of
Antelope’s FPGA technology for a seamless experience.
VEQ-HLF –
Pultec's simple and effective filter features two knobs: one each for
passive low-cut and high-cut filters at carefully selected frequency
intervals. With 10 frequency selections available per band, it is the
perfect tool for creating space in your mix by eliminating unneeded
frequencies at the extremes of the audio spectrum — while ensuring a
musical analog tone.
Helios 69 –
Modeled on a classic British console EQ used in recordings by
well-known artists of the 60s and 70s ranging from The Beatles to Led
Zeppelin, the Helios 69 adds astonishing analog detail to your audio it
allows Antelope Audio users to achieve depth and texture formerly the
sole territory of standalone hardware. The bass band is a stepped 50 Hz
shelf filter or frequency selectable peak EQ, the treble band is a fixed
10 kHz shelf EQ, and the mid section sports a frequency-selectable peak
or notch EQ with 8 frequencies available. The control panel is rounded
out with a level knob, EQ bypass, and phase reverse button. This EQ is
notable for its ability to preserve transparency while adding space and
presence, and Antelope Audio’s model of this highly coveted circuit
delivers unprecedented authenticity.
NEU-PEV – This
EQ is modeled on a rare German passive equalizer designed in the 60s.
Its simple interface belies the complex tonal possibilities achievable
with its four main knobs. A low shelving filter is fixed at 60Hz and can
apply a boost or cut. The “Presence” section offers up to 8 dB of boost
for one of 7 selectable frequencies between 700 Hz and 5.6 kHz, while a
10kHz high shelf allows boost or cut at the top end of the frequency
spectrum. An on-off switch and output gain control provide users with
even more utility. Notable for its warmth and spacious midrange, the
NEU-PEV makes some of the most compelling sounds of both yesterday and
today achievable without a massive rack of aging vintage gear.
Lang PEQ2 – The
PEQ2 is a solid-state parametric EQ model based on a vintage EQ from
the 1960s. Featuring controls similar to the VEQ-1A tube EQ (already
available in Vintage Pack 2.0), the PEQ2 really stands apart from the
pack thanks to its frequency control, allowing users to set different
and separate LF boost and LF cut frequencies. The PEQ2 provides plenty
of width in the midrange while retaining tightness on the high end and
low end and its high end bands excel at giving tracks that extra shine,
making it an all-star on vocals and drum overheads.
The FET-A76, VEQ-HLF and Helios 69 will be available
tomorrow
and free of charge for owners of Antelope Audio's Orion Studio and Zen
Tour interfaces and for Goliath in the near future. The NEU-PEV and Lang
PEQ2 are coming later this month.
For more on Antelope Audio’s audio interfaces, please visit:
http://antelopeaudio.com/pro-audio-devices/
