[Musikmesse] Gem Audio Labs Sculptor

The EQ used on this Gem Audio Labs Sculptor discrete preamp combines active and passive topologies. High and Low-Cut filters are based on fast active filters (12dB/octave) a have a specific curve, with a 1dB boost before the cut-off frequency. The low frequency section is based on passive low-cut filters, while the Mid Cut and Mid Peak are based on fast active filters (parallel gyrator). The high frequency section uses a passive topology and RC filters are included (based on resistors and capacitors).

The analogue brickwall limiter offers a variable threshold and two modes are available: Soft uses MOSFET and tube diodes, while Hard employs vintage silicon diodes. A peak reduction meter is included.

Sculptor also allows for inserting an external device into its chain (a compressor for instance) with the Insert jack.

Specifications:

• Carnhill transformer-balanced XLR mic/line input
• Unbalanced 1/4" TS direct input
• Carnhill transformer-balanced XLR output
• Input impedances: 2.4k Ohms (mic), 10h Ohms (line), 1M Ohms (direct)
• Output impedance: 600 Ohms
• 1/4" TRS Insert (separate send and return)
• Mic gain from –5 to +65dB
• Polarity switch
• Phantom power
• Equalizer
• Analogue brickwall peak limiter
• Peak reduction meter
• Internal PSU

An A/D converter card for two units is also expected soon. No information regarding the price. You’ll find all the details about Sculptor at www.gemaudiolabs.com.