{"product_id":"empirical-labs-el7-x-fatso-tape-simulator-optimizer-1523263","title":"Empirical Labs EL7-X FATSO Tape Simulator \u0026 Optimizer","description":"\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Item is subject to minor wear from demo use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArguably the coolest and most unique device in the Empirical Labs arsenal, the FATSO (Full Analog Tape Simulator and Optimizer) is a digitally controlled analog device that gives musicians and engineers easy access to many of the desirable characteristics exhibited by older tube and Class A electronics and magnetic tape mediums. This two channel audio processor musically integrates frequencies and transients, increasing the apparent volume while keeping tight control over peak levels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith the FATSO, recording studios and audio production facilities can enhance and soften the sound of Hardware Digital Recorders (HDRs) and Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs). Mix engineers will have the option not to have to use bulky, expensive analog tape recorders to get the warmth and sweet high end they’ve come to rely on for so many decades. Owners of DAWs and HDRs can finally put a stop to complaints about the coldness and brittle edge of their mixes and instruments. Even audiophiles can benefit from the FATSO, bringing back the warmth and ambience of LP’s and tapes to their CD players and other digital reproduction mediums.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe FATSO Goes to Eleven\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eELEVEN is a new compressor for the FATSO, replacing the old GP Ratio, and emulates the famous UREI 1176LN in 20:1, with the slowest attack, and fastest release. This 1176 setting has been used on countless hit records through the decades. With the slower “1176” attack, the transients keep the dynamics present, while the high ratio, can radically limit the dynamic range of any source, making it present and sitting in a nice little place in your mix. One can slam it, or just touch it with a few dB of compression. You will find it great on Vocals, Bass, acoustic guitars, drum room mikes, pianos etc. Click here to find out how to upgrade your EL7 to an EL7X.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFour Types of Processing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarmonic Generation and Soft Clipper (Distortion Generation) – this class A circuit gently rounds the peaks like saturated tubes or tape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Frequency Saturation (Warmth) – a one-of-a-kind dynamic low pass filter which softens high frequencies when they “pile up” on a source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransformer \u0026amp; Tape Head Emulation – a simulation of the effect of input and output transformers of older devices, which adds  the low frequency harmonics that characterize them, as well as analog tape..\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Knee Compression – your typical automatic leveling device found on just about every instrument and vocal track as well as on  the overall buss, done Empirical Labs compression – smooth and sweet, but in your face!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eUniversal Audio's FATSO Emulation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEndorsed and scrutinized for accuracy by designer Dave Derr of Empirical Labs, Universal Audio has painstakingly recreated the FATSO Jr. in this highly anticipated UAD Powered Plugin, capturing the sonic nuances of the original hardware. As part of the FATSO Powered Plugin, UA has also worked closely with Dave Derr to model the original concept of the FATSO, the FATSO Sr., with attack, release, and threshold compressor controls, among other features not available elsewhere.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequency Response: \u003c\/b\u003e2 Hz to 60 kHz in clean audio mode (+0, -3 dB).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDynamic Range:\u003c\/b\u003e 110 dB from maximum output (20 %THD soft clipping) to minimum output. Greater than 100 dB signal to noise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistortion:\u003c\/b\u003e Ranges between .06% and 20% depending on mode and settings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eI\/O: \u003c\/b\u003eDC Coupled input and outputs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompressor Time Constants:\u003c\/b\u003e Attack range 1ms – 60ms. Release range .05sec – 3.5 seconds. Attack and Releases are fixed by the compression type selected.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Consumption: \u003c\/b\u003e15 Watts Max.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMetal Chassis: \u003c\/b\u003esingle height 1.75″ high, 10″ deep, 19″ wide.","brand":"Empirical Labs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39918379171975,"sku":"EL7-XFATSO-DEMO","price":1758.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0343\/4368\/2183\/products\/empirical-labs-pro-audio-outboard-gear-empirical-labs-el7-x-fatso-tape-simulator-optimizer-el7-xfatso-demo-29306970407047.jpg?v=1655827338","url":"https:\/\/www.chicagomusicexchange.mom\/en-gb\/products\/empirical-labs-el7-x-fatso-tape-simulator-optimizer-1523263","provider":"Chicago Music Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}