![]() In addition to the tape circuit, the 542 also has the variable Silk and Texture circuitry found in the Portico II series of modules, which allows the engineer to fine-tune the harmonic ratio and tonality on the output transformer. The sound of the tape circuit can be further modified with selectable 15/30 IPS (inches per second) modes and a pre/post-tape blend control. As the voltage rises on the “record head,” saturation increases and a soft clip circuit engages at higher levels to round off peak transients. Unlike digital emulations, the “True Tape” drive circuit works by feeding a custom-designed transformer, acting as a record head, which in turn is coupled to a equalized replay amplifier. It also features a variable and versatile Silk/Texture circuit for three transformer tones in one, and a wet/dry control to blend in the perfect amount of saturation. In addition to the “true tape” circuitry, great for bringing out 3rd-order harmonics, the 542 incorporates a soft-clip circuit that tames the harshest sources and enhances 2nd-order harmonics. The ultimate “color box,” the 500-series 542 delivers the same thick, musical simulation of tape while drastically enhancing creative control via a number of features. INSIDE THE BOX-Rupert Neve Designs 542 Tape Emulator What it does it do? Rupert Neve Designs 542 Tape Emulator in one take: Once engineers recognized the problems associated with digital capture and reproduction, a number of tape-emulation plug-ins arrived on the scene, many sounding quite good-but nothing does analog like analog, which is where the RND 542 Tape Emulator comes in. Tape also adds 2 nd– and 3 rd-order harmonics. On the other hand, there are times when we want transients to be tamed a little bit. Analog tape, on the other hand, doesn’t do transients as well, but it shines on resonance. While its ability to capture transients in all their glory can be a strength, it’s also a weakness insofar as digital recording captures the outline of a sound better it does its body or resonance. ![]() ![]() The Rupert Neve Designs 542 Tape Emulator for the 500-series format featuring RND’s “True Tape” circuitry, adds the musically rich simulation of analog tape character to digital recordingĭigital recording has two characteristics that can be off-putting to our ears: transient capture and thinness in the midrange.
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