This is only a partial list to give a little info on some of our gear with the occasional comment. Our equipment is subject to change as we strive to improve.

The all-tube Manley VoxBox is one of the best recording combinations available today. The Voxbox is a combination mic preamp, opto-compressor; mid Pultec equalizer, and peak limiter/de-esser, and it's not just for voice; it's excellent on about everything. This one is available for your recording session

The Ultimate Front End for High Resolution Recording The Pendulum Audio MDP-1 is a modern two channel vacuum tube Mic/DI preamp designed to be the ultimate way to get your mic or source directly to tape or hard disk. Unlike vintage or hybrid designs, the MDP-1 uses a pure tube, class A high voltage circuit topology with a transformerless output stage to deliver an open, intimate sound with a level of detail that meets the requirements of the most demanding recording applications. Our short signal path design excels in audio performance, delivering extremely wide bandwidth, low noise, and high headroom.

The Drawmer DL241 Dual Channel 'Auto-Compressor' highlights the beginning of a new generation of dynamic processors which set new standards of sonic excellence. Its sophisticated design produces a smooth, transparent and warm sonic performance. We have two of the Drawmer DL 241s as shown above and also have their DS 404 Quad gate.

The ADL 1500 tube compressor by Anthony Demaria Labs is an all-discrete design providing phenomenal dynamic range with a clear, punchy, warm, sound! Its "invisible" compression has made the ADL 1500 a very in-demand item. Each unit is hand built with the very finest workmanship available. It has that "Fat" sound.

We also have the Anthony Demaria Labs Stereo Tube Direct box,
and the Groove Tube Ditto tube direct box both shown above.

The Aguilar DB 900 Tube Direct Box is available for your session. It has an ultra pristine, minimalist audio path with no gain boost; so combined with a high-quality mic preamp, the Aguilar DB 900 exhibits all of the audiophile qualities one could hope for in a piece of pro-audio gear, delivering a clear, detailed, tightly focused, and well-balanced sound from deep lows to airy highs. The DB 900 is a favorite DI for recording electric bass guitar and synthesizer. On bass, the DB 900 offers the best of all worlds: perfectly balanced tone, low noise, a clear top end with truckloads of nuance and air, and an extended, tight bottom. You can clearly hear the 12AX7 tube working its magic; electric bass sounds very rich and warm through this awesome DI. On a direct box shootout with synthesizer pads, the Aguilar DB 900 dominated the field, offering by far the richest, most resonant, and clearest tone of the units tested.

We have recently installed Apogee converters the AD-16 and DA-16 in combination with a total recording system change…Nuendo!

This is considered the ultimate pro audio combination of sonic quality in a native DAW recording system. Nuendo is not the standard but many audio pros say it is sonically superior to what is considered the standard. Nuendo: "The premier audio production system."

With this new technology we have many options available for your session in the form of audio plug-ins. Universal Audio Plug-ins are part of our arsenal for processing your audio files. Here are some of the plug-ins we have available that just might show up during a mix:

The 1176LN™
Limiting Amplifier
The reputation of this analog classic is well known throughout the audio industry. Originally designed and built during the 1960's, the 1176LN was the first to use a field effect transistor (FET) as a voltage controlled variable resistor, and that innovation was the key to the product's unique character. An in-depth analysis of the 1176LN's "personality" allowed. Universal Audio to methodically reproduce those results within a plug-in architecture, and now offer that same character to computer-based audio workstations.

The Teletronix™ LA-2A™
Leveling Amplifier
The Teletronix LA-2A leveling amplifier is practically the definition of vintage audio gear. The original opto-electrical attenuator circuit is responsible for the incredibly rich and magic sound embracing the tracks of so many classic recordings in circulation today. In an effort to bring this product and its character into the world of DAWs, Universal Audio studied not just the sound, but how each and every component interacted and behaved under a full range of studio conditions. The word, "emulation", hardly does this plug-in justice. It is in fact a digital copy of the LA-2A, and upholds all the classic, analog characteristics of the original with unprecedented clarity and sound quality.

CS-1™
The CS-1™ Channel Strip provides all the tools you need for recording and mixing in one simple plug-in (using only one insert!) With a unique smoothing algorithm for all controls and DSP conserving bypass switches built-in, The CS-1™ packs a whopping punch into a small package. Included in the CS-1™ are the EX-1 EQ/Compressor, the DM-1 Delay Modulator, and the unique RS-1 Reflection Engine. Of course, if you don't need all that power, you can use each module within the CS-1 separately. Use as much or as little as desired for your particular needs.

Nigel
Nigel offers the latest generation of guitar processing technology integrated into a complete multi-effects plug-in solution. Utilizing Universal Audio's exclusive component modeling technology and intuitive design, Nigel delivers a complete pallet of guitar tones along with most every effect a guitar player might need, all with minimal latency and no load on your host computer's CPU. In addition, Nigel's Preflex™ advanced guitar amp modeling technology goes well beyond the usual pre-amp/amp/cabinet emulators. In addition to delivering a wide range of highly playable classic amp tones from the "Clean & Warm" California tube sound to more metal soaked "British" tones, a bevy of original timbres simply not possible on any other guitar system can be realized. Preflex also offers variable morphing between any two amp presets, truly bringing creative guitar voicing to the next level

Legendary Pultec Program EQ
The Pultec EQP-1A Program Equalizer plug-in (included in Version 2.2.2) is a faithful electronic reproduction of the classic hardware equalizer. The Pultec EQ has long been a choice of recording and mastering engineers for its ability to bring out individual frequency ranges without significantly altering other frequencies. In addition, the Pultec is one of those magical pieces of gear that makes audio sound better - just by passing through it. The sophisticated modeling technology used in the Pultec EQP-1A plug-in captures both of these key characteristics.

DreamVerb, Universal Audio's flagship stereo reverb plug-in, draws on the unparalleled flexibility of RealVerb Pro. Its intuitive and powerful interface lets you create a room from a huge list of different materials and room shapes. These acoustic spaces can be customized further by blending or "morphing" the different room shapes and surfaces with one another, while the density of the air can be changed to simulate different ambient situations.

DreamVerb also features a flexible 5-band active EQ and unique level ramping for the early and late reflections for ultra-realistic dynamic room simulation. And with Universal Audio's proprietary smoothing algorithm, all parameters can be adjusted in real-time with no "zipper-noise' or audible artifacts. DreamVerb also features lots of graphic feedback for the user to understand just how their choices effect the reverb. From a vibrantly dynamic room to a rich, deep cathedral, DreamVerb is the reverb of your dreams.

MICROPHONES:

AKG
1) C 414 EB P48
2) C 460B
1) D 112

Audio Technica
3) 4033
2) 4047
3) 4050
2) 4051A
2) 4060
2) ATM 23
4) ATM 61 HE
1) ATM 63
3) ATM 63 HE

Electro Voice
1) RE 20

Neuman
1) TLM 170
2) KM 84

Sennheiser
4) 421-U-4 (the older ones with "that sound").
1) 441

Shure
1) SM 7
1) SM 58
3) SM 57 (vintage made in USA)
2) SM 81

 

This is not even close to a complete list of our equipment but is here to give you an idea of some of the pieces that could be used on your session.

The largest, finest piece of equipment is the studio itself. There were many years of in depth consultation with some of Americas finest and international studio designers and acousticians prior to our remodel. Craftsmen have labored thousands of hours to make Rose Studios a special recording environment available for you.

You may ask yourself, "Why is this important to me?" Consider this: your recording represents you. Are you important? You are important at Rose Studios, where much effort and investment has already been made to enhance your music and let it represent you in a way that will further your musical future.

During your session you will have a first class recording studio dedicated exclusively to you.