STUDIO MANUAL

The Outboard

TL Audio Parametric Equalizer:

The Parametric Equalizer gives the producer the ability to manipulate particular low, mid and high frequencies of an instrument or recording.

TL Audio Compressor:
The Compressor is designed to make the dynamic range of a sound more consistent so that quieter sections of a recording are not drowned out by louder instruments in the mix. Compressors can be used on anything but are more commonly used on guitars and vocals.

Joe Meek Equalizer: (Meequalizer)

This equalizer is similar to the TL Audio Equalizer but is much less precise. Although you are still able to manipulate the low, mid and high frequencies you are unable to be as precise as you can be on the TL Audio Parametric Equalizer.

Focusrite Pre Amp:

The Focusrite Pre Amp does exactly what it says on the tin, prepares a signal/potential recording for amplification.

Samson Powerstrip PS11: (PS10)

The Samson Powerstrip is a simple piece of equipment which simply turns on the entire outboard, this picture is of a PS10 but in the college studio we have a PS11.

Roland Dep-5:
The Roland Dep-5 is an unit used to achieve a reverberated effect on instruments or samples.

Sony DD7 Delay Unit:

The Sony has a similar role to that of the Dep-5 but instead of reverb, this unit gives a delayed effect on the instrument or sample.

Mesa Rectifier Pre Amp:

This piece of outboard equipment also has a similar role but not to the Roland or the Sony DD7. This is another pre amp like the focusrite but designed for guitars.