Effects Timeline
Our Vintage Digital and Analogue Effects timeline now includes Audio Recorders and Classic Music Tracks to help place these effects and devices within the history of recorded music. Any errors, please notify us using our contact form.
2007
An artful blend of heritage and innovation, the Lexicon PCM96 Stereo Reverb/Effects Processor delivers 28 new and legendary Lexicon reverbs, delays and modulation effects straight into your DAW. Appearing for the first time in the new Lexicon PCM 96 are new Room and Hall algorithms, plus an assortment of new mono reverbs and effects.
Made In U.S.A.
2007
Made In U.S.A.
Bricasti Design came along in 2007 and unleashed one of the greatest sounding reverbs of all time, the Bricasti Design M7, a stunning digital reverb. The Bricasti Design M7 provides the highest level of musicality and ease of control imaginable in a processor dedicated to the task of reverberation.
2007
In the SPL PASSEQ they have revived the concept of the passive equaliser that was used in the 50’s and 60’s. The charming sound of this vintage technology combined with the modern 120V technology results in a very special equaliser.
Made In Germany
2007
Made In Japan
The Fostex PD204 is a professional stereo field recorder with 80GB HDD and 12cm DVD-RAM dual-media recording, high-resolution audio up to 192kHz/24-bit, advanced timecode support, and rugged ENG-ready operation with Endura V-mount battery compatibility.
2007
The Buzz Audio REQ-2.2 is a stereo Class A equaliser offering mastering-grade precision, mid/side operation, and a musical parallel-band architecture with optional transformer outputs and is hand built in New Zealand.
Made In New Zealand
2007
Made In U.S.A.
The Chandler Limited Curve Bender is a modern equalizer by Chandler Limited, created for Abbey Road’s 75th anniversary. Inspired by classic EMI desks, it provides 51 EQ points and up to ±13.5dB cut/boost, with integrated mastering features.
2007
The Chandler Limited Germanium Compressor features a class A amp, transformer-balanced I/O, and an FET gain reduction element. It offers flexible controls, including a Wet/Dry mix, adjustable Comp Curve, Clean/Dirty compression switch, and a sidechain filter. Crafted through real studio testing, it's designed for musicality and is well-suited for tracking, mixing, and mastering.
Made In U.S.A.
2007
Made In Germany
The Elysia Museq is an equaliser that combines premium sound shaping with optimally matched parameters and highest quality components, enabling the user to create musical results in no time at all.
2007
The beginnings of the API 5500 circuit can be traced back to the original 550 equaliser designed by Saul Walker, the founder of Automated Processes Inc.
Made In U.S.A.
2008
Made In U.S.A.
The Universal Audio 2192 Master Audio Interface is the perfect two-channel master audio interface for every digital studio. It was also one of the sweetest sounding converters ever made, not deadly accurate, but truly musical.
2008
The Quantec 2492 Yardstick room simulators are high-quality, digital sound processing devices based on the original 1982 QRS Room Simulation algorithm. The Quantec 2492 Yardstick is a stereo device equipped with2 digital AES3 input channels and 2 digital AES3 output channels.
Made In Germany
2008
Made In U.K.
Combining the iconic Neve® mic preamplifier, powerful EQ and the incredible 88R dynamics processor; the 8801 delivers Neve console sound in a convenient 1U rackmount design, with the convenience of Total Recall™ and digital conversion.
2008
The Fostex UR-2 is a 1 U rack size stereo audio recorder using SD card and USB storage device that is flexibly adapting to the wide variety of playback requirements.
Made In China
2008
Made In China
The Focusrite ISA 220 is a channel strip combining a transformer-based mic preamp, EQ, compressor, de-esser, and limiter. It offers smooth compression with a unique "Blend" feature and optional digital output for high-quality recording. Ideal for tracking, mixing, and mastering, it delivers Focusrite's signature sound in a compact unit.
2008
The MOTU 828 Mk3 is MOTU's most advanced FireWire audio interface. Once again it raised the bar with innovative new features, enhanced standard features that remain unique, superb sound and reliable performance.
Made In China
2008
Made In U.S.A.
The Langevin Mini Massive EQ packs the Massive Passive’s low and high band circuits into a compact 1U unit at half the cost. With expanded bell and shelf options, new high-Q curves, and Manley Rapture® amplifiers, it delivers exceptional clarity, headroom, and flexibility. Optional transformer-coupled outputs add vintage warmth, making it a powerful, precise tool for mastering and mixing.
2008
The Universal Audio LA610 MkII combines a hand-built in the USA, all-tube, vintage mic preamp design - heard on classic albums by Coldplay, The Beach Boys, and Van Halen - with authentic Teletronix T4 opto-compression circuitry.
Made In U.S.A.
2008
Made In U.S.A.
A mastering engineer's dream to the world, the Manley Backbone mastering insert switcher. This unit is the centrepiece of a mastering system allowing precise control and manipulation of up to eight pieces of outboard gear.
2008
For precise and musical dynamics control, the Weiss DS1 Mk3 is one of the most revered dynamics processors ever created. Leading mastering and mixing engineers praise its transparency, unique feature set, and versatility.
Made In Switzerland
2008
Made In U.S.A.
The Requisite L2M Mastering Limiter MkIII is a high-end analogue hardware limiter designed for mastering engineers and is known for its transparent sound and precise control over dynamics.
2008
The Requisite PAL Preamplifier and Limiter is now in its Mk III version but retains all the goodness of previous version with some sonic improvements.
Made In U.S.A.
2008
Made In U.K.
Valve compression is now universally recognised as one of the essential tools for today’s recording engineer.
2008
The Mackie Onyx 1200F FireWire audio interface offers 30 inputs, 34 outputs, and 12 premium Onyx mic preamps, providing full-band tracking in a single take. With 8 analogue outputs, 4 headphone outs, AES/EBU, S/PDIF, ADAT, WordClock, MIDI I/O, and a customisable routing matrix, it’s built for versatility. High-end AKM 24-bit, 192 kHz converters ensure pristine sound, while Mackie’s legendary reliability makes it a powerhouse for any studio setup.
Made In China
2008
Made In China
The ART MPA Gold Two-Channel microphone preamplifiers use differential input Class-A two-channel tube microphone preamp design with variable input impedance and selectable tube plate voltage to create the most versatile high performance microphone preamplifiers in its class. It delivers unmatched warmth, presence and clarity.
2008
The ART Pro Channel from ART is the latest offering from the world’s most popular tube dynamics processing manufacturer. ART engineers have combined the world-renowned Pro MPA, Pro VLA, and Tube EQ into a single product – creating the world’s best-sounding and most affordable professional recording channel.
Made In China
2008
Made In U.K.
The TL Audio A1 Dual Preamp features two independent channels, with each channel offering mic and instrument inputs.
2008
The Drawmer M-Clock Lite is a Grade 1 master clock generator with ten word clock outputs and AES-11 sync, offering exceptional timing accuracy and stability for digital studio environments.
Made In U.K.
2008
Made In Germany
The Elysia Alpha Compressor has earned its status as a contemporary masterpiece, solidifying its position as a potent instrument for professional dynamic manipulation since its debut in 2008.
2008
The TL Audio A2 Stereo Processor is a dedicated stereo unit, providing gain and phase control, compression and equalisation. A tube stage is available to each signal path, with variable drive control.
Made In U.K.
2008
Made In Japan
The Korg MR-2000S is an ultra-high-quality recorder capable of recording and playing back in DVD audio format (24bit/192 kHz), SACD (Super Audio CD) quality (1-bit/2.8 MHz), and an even higher-quality 1-bit/5.6 MHz format. Additionally, it can also play back MP3 files, which are commonly used in computers and many portable digital audio devices.
2008
The iconic TC Electronic G-Force offers a wide range of exceptional sound effects in a single rack unit that’s both easy to program and enjoyable to use. With cutting-edge DSP technology and 24-bit resolution, it provides immense memory, fast processing, and top-tier sound quality.
Made In Denmark
2008
Made In China
The TASCAM CC-222SLmkII is a durable combination CD and cassette recorder with a slot-loading CD transport, adjustable pitch control and a RIAA-equalised phono input for direct vinyl recording. Its configurable digital and analogue I/O and dual-recorder operation, with features such as Auto Track Increment and MP3 playback, make it a reliable, versatile solution for installations.
2008
The TL Audio A3 Channel Strip is a single channel unit, accepting mic, line and instrument inputs. Processing includes gain and phase control, compression and equalisation. A tube stage may be switched into the signal path, with variable drive control.
Made In U.K.
2008
Made In U.K.
The TL Audio A4 Ebony Summer was a discrete Class A 16x2 summing mixer featuring a Class A circuitry throughout its signal path, with fully balanced inputs and outputs.
2008
Shadow Hills Industries (to use their full name) is a company that produces and sells one of the finest compressors ever made, a true modern classic by any standard. The fact anyone knows about the Shadow Hills brand at all is amazing, given that their website is so out of date and inaccessible to most people, but despite that, this compressor has become legendary.
Made In U.S.A.