Released in 1996

Akai CD3000XL Stereo CD-ROM Sampler

The Akai CD3000XL is a powerful 32-voice sampler with advanced synthesis features, multi-mode sequencing, built-in effects, and a quad-speed CD-ROM drive. It supports a wide range of Akai and third-party libraries, offers software integration with Macintosh systems, and provides flexible expansion options for professional studio use.

Released in 1996

dbx 166XL Compressor Limiter Gate

Professionals and newcomers alike will find that the 166XL sets up rapidly and musically the first time it is used, especially with the Auto attack and release function.

Released in 1996

Alesis Microverb4 Signal Processor

The Alesis Microverb 4 brought full bandwidth 18 bit effects processing to the masses at an incredibly low price, with limited editing and a mass of presets. While not as flexible as Alesis’s other models, such as the Quadraverb, the Alesis Microverb 4 offered good value for money a range of effects for the home recording musician.

Released in 1996

Empirical Labs Distressor Compressor

The Empirical Labs Distressor is the product that started it all for Empirical Labs and has become a studio standard the world over. Born of founder Dave Derr’s love of classic compressors like the 1176, LA-2A and Gain Brain, the Empirical Labs Distressor incorporates his favourite sonic characteristics of these, along with other and interesting features.

July 1996

Akai CD3000XL Stereo CD-ROM Sampler

dbx 166XL Compressor Limiter Gate

Alesis Microverb4 Signal Processor

Empirical Labs Distressor Compressor