2000s Studio Gear Timeline
The 2000s saw digital technology firmly established as the backbone of music production. Computer-based recording and plug-ins became the norm, offering near limitless effects processing within digital audio workstations. Hardware digital processors continued to evolve, but software increasingly replaced them, making high-quality reverbs, delays, modulation, and mastering tools accessible to anyone with a computer. While analogue gear enjoyed a resurgence among professionals and enthusiasts seeking warmth and character, the decade was defined by the dominance of DAWs and plug-ins, cementing the transition from hardware to software in studios worldwide.
2000
A/D Converters
/ Made In U.K.
Drawmer DC2496 is a high-resolution 24-bit A/D converter and digital interface offering advanced clocking, comprehensive I/O, integrated limiting, and flexible sample rate conversion for professional recording and broadcast workflows.
2000
Other Analogue Effects
Made In Germany /
The patented Vitalizer circuitry makes the SPL Stereo Vitalizer Mk2-T an unsurpassed sound designer. Whether live or in the studio, audio productions sound more alive, have more details, more transparency, a higher perceived loudness and, if required, an overwhelming bass foundation.
2000
A/D Converters
/ Made In U.S.A.
The Apogee Rosetta AD Converter delivers 24-bit, 2-channel A/D conversion with Apogee’s signature clarity and transparency. Supporting up to 96 kHz sample rates, it includes AES/EBU, ADAT, TDIF, and S/PDIF interfaces for seamless integration with any digital setup.
2000
Compressors & Limiters
Made In U.S.A. /
The Avalon VT-747sp is one of those killer products, one which is very much not like any other, and is in fact so clever than many people miss the point, but make no mistake, this is one of those classics!
2000
Equalisers
/ Made In U.K.
No other high-end equaliser can offer the same degree of power and flexibility as the TL Audio EQ-2.
2000
Microphone Preamplifiers
Made In U.S.A. /
The Grace Design m101 is a high-fidelity single-channel microphone preamplifier with a transformerless design, delivering exceptional clarity and detail. It features a wide gain range, ribbon mic mode, universal power supply, and versatile connectivity. Built with a durable black anodised front panel and precise controls, it offers professional-grade performance for studio and live applications.
2000
Digital Reverbs
/ Made In U.S.A.
Lexicon 960L, was the last of the big reverbs from Lexicon and was a configurable Stereo/Surround Reverb Processor and Flying Fader Remote. (LARC) For nearly thirty years, the world’s most accomplished engineers and producers have relied upon Lexicon for their most critical music and sound productions, and the Lexicon 960L was a powerhouse.
2000
Hard Disc Recorders
Made In U.S.A. /
The accuracy of 24-bit recording and the flexibility of workstation editing – without the high cost and complication, that is what the Mackie HDR24/96 Multitrack Digital Recorder offered to potential recording enthusiasts.
2000
Hard Disc Recorders
/ Made In Japan
The TASCAM MX-2424 is a professional 24 track, 24-bit hard disk recorder. The TASCAM MX-2424 delivers the convenience, power and reliability of a dedicated multitrack, yet still offers the sophistication of a DAW.
2000
Equalisers
Made In U.K. /
Designed to meet and exceed the needs of the recording, broadcast, installation and live sound industries, the Klark Teknik DN 3600 Programmable Graphic Equaliser is an extremely high quality, digitally controlled, two-channel, third-octave equaliser that combines state-of-the-art audio performance with unprecedented ease of use.