Focusrite ISA 430 MkII Producer Pack Pre-amp Overview
The ISA 430 MKII represents the pinnacle of Focusrite's analogue channel strip technology, bringing together all the classic designs in one production tool.
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View Full DescriptionAugmented with additional features and flavours, alongside unmatched internal routing and connectivity, the ISA 430 MKII enables today s recording professional to enjoy the unique sonic contribution of these heritage designs within one extremely versatile processor. Focusrite s iconic status as the leading manufacturer of channel strips remains unrivalled.
From mic impedance switching and ?mic air? effect (a wire-wound inductor for increased spaciousness), to three compressor options (VCA, Vintage Opto and Opto Limit) combined with the compressed/uncompressed ?Blend? feature, the ISA430 MkII delivers a impressive variety of processing sounds.
Routing and monitoring flexibility has also received a booster. The unique ?Listen? feature (allowing you to hone in on the frequency you wish to affect) is now available on compressor, gate, and expander circuits as well as the ISA 430 MkII?s unique phase cancellation-based de-esser circuit. In addition, monitoring and inserts are available at a variety of points along the signal chain. Finally, the ISA 430 MkII features an optional 24bit-192kHz high performance (122dB A-weighted with jitter below 20 pico seconds) stereo A-D converter, allowing you to retain every nuance of your analogue signal as you flow seamlessly into the digital domain.
The ISA 430 MKII features:
- Classic Focusrite transformer-based Mic-pre with variable impedance and Air feature
- Multi format Compressor; switch between Focusrite s transparent VCA circuit and a vintage optical circuit
- Unmatched flexibility with an incredible variety of insert points and variable signal path arrangements
- Ability to function as 4 separate modular processors: mic pre, EQ, Dynamics and stereo ADC
- Precision VU metering of input level, Insert 1 or 2 Return level,
- Compressor gain reduction or Sidechain listen level (switched)
- Classic Focusrite EQ design; an expanded version of the original ISA 110
- Post mic pre output for the shortest possible signal path
- Proprietary Focusrite discrete Class A VCA Gate and Expander designs
- Listen feature for precise control over compression, gating, expansion and de-essing
- De-esser design based on optical technology for lower distortion and transparency
- Soft Limiter to avoid critical digital overload
- Optional Stereo A/D 24-bit 192 kHz Delta Sigma converter
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