Emulsion

PURE THD MODE

This is the pure THD algorithm without the colour of the conversion..... Here’s the best bit: unlike in the real world, where it would be impossible to do so, this saturation level is available on all conversions – an extra touch of colour that isn’t possible with hardware.

5 models and a feature available only in digital format

Well… you can probably guess which sound we’re talking about, can’t you?

5 Models: GREEN, GOLD, GREY, OLD PCM and DIGITAL – the last one being the pure THD stage without the AD conversion. Some of the machines that inspire us have only the AD stage, whilst others have a full AD/DA chain – just like in the real world.

DRIVE LEVEL

Turning the control clockwise gives you the neutral, balanced sound of the emulated unit; turning it anti-clockwise makes the sound brighter and less rich in harmonics. If you turn it clockwise, the sound becomes richer and slightly darker.This parameter affects the amount of signal that modulates the transformers or the pre-conversion circuit. The colour this control adds to the sound depends very much on the input level: if you’re mixing individual tracks and have plenty of headroom, you’ll have more leeway; if you’re inserting the module at the end of the mastering chain, you’ll immediately notice the effect on harmonic distortion. In this context, it’s best to set it to zero or turn it anti-clockwise, unless you want to create a super-saturated, clipped effect – which is sometimes just what a mix needs, isn’t it?

A/D Circuit mode selector

Where available, this mode switches the saturation level to either the transformer or pre-conversion mode. I don’t have any specific advice to give you – just use your ears depending on the music source. What I can tell you is that the ‘green – 22dB’ mode is perfect for achieving RMS levels without raising the peak… brilliant… I’m curious to see how you’ll use it in your productions.