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rroland « Sometimes good, sometimes average. »
Published on 12/29/13 at 04:11Channel strip with the preamp and compressor are lamps, the "equalization" being transistors. Gorgeous look, a little "bling bling Rican."
UTILIZATION
Rather simple to use and understand, the manual is correct for those who need it.
SOUND QUALITY
For me this machine is sometimes excellent, and often disappointing. This is not a machine to do everything. Percussive sounds and bass are not very well made to me. On vocal recordings, on the other hand, it is sometimes magical. Everything depends on the style, the microphone and voice. I do not recommend this Avalon to anyone looking for a versatile tool. on the other hand, it complements your studio very useful if you already have) some machines. I changed the tubes from my machine there a few years ago to place lamps OUR E188CC and won its clarity and definition. Unfortunately these lamps are very expensive. But there's really improved in quality, so no regrets. For cons, I do not like the compressor: soft knee. Most often I'm off and passing the signal through an external compressor.
OVERALL OPINION
I use since 2001. I like the look of the machine (clients studio too), the fact that this is not a "swiss army knife" but a machine which in some cases proved perfect. Over time it is a "super channel" that holds up well (robust, well designed). I would do this choice without hesitation. I give 8/10 to a total lack of versatility. this is not a true fault (to the extent that other machines are available). in fact it is sometimes 9/10 (or 9.5), which may be 6 or 7 out of 10, depending on the source. But what a look!
UTILIZATION
Rather simple to use and understand, the manual is correct for those who need it.
SOUND QUALITY
For me this machine is sometimes excellent, and often disappointing. This is not a machine to do everything. Percussive sounds and bass are not very well made to me. On vocal recordings, on the other hand, it is sometimes magical. Everything depends on the style, the microphone and voice. I do not recommend this Avalon to anyone looking for a versatile tool. on the other hand, it complements your studio very useful if you already have) some machines. I changed the tubes from my machine there a few years ago to place lamps OUR E188CC and won its clarity and definition. Unfortunately these lamps are very expensive. But there's really improved in quality, so no regrets. For cons, I do not like the compressor: soft knee. Most often I'm off and passing the signal through an external compressor.
OVERALL OPINION
I use since 2001. I like the look of the machine (clients studio too), the fact that this is not a "swiss army knife" but a machine which in some cases proved perfect. Over time it is a "super channel" that holds up well (robust, well designed). I would do this choice without hesitation. I give 8/10 to a total lack of versatility. this is not a true fault (to the extent that other machines are available). in fact it is sometimes 9/10 (or 9.5), which may be 6 or 7 out of 10, depending on the source. But what a look!