Drawmer 1977
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The Drawmer 1977 is a seriously impressive single-channel strip. It's perfect for engineers and producers seeking that classic, warm, and slightly colored sound without needing a full console. If you’re tracking vocals, guitars, or bass and want to add vintage character, this is a fantastic tool.
Product Description
- Drawmer 1977 - Channel Strip with vintage character
- Channel Strip
- With vintage character
- Consists of a preamp
- a parametric three-band equaliser
- a soft knee compressor and a variable saturation stage
- Wet/dry mix control
- Output gain control
- Fade control
- Illuminated VU meter
- Preamp Direct switch
- Line input: XLR
- Mic input: XLR
- 48 V phantom power
- Instrument ID with direct output
- Input impedance (switchable): > 20 kOhm
- Input level max.: +21 dBu
- Microphone ON: -130 dB
- Input gain: 0 - +66 dB (microphone)
- -24 - +42 dB (instrument
- Output impedance: < 100 Ohm
- Output level max: +21 dBu (10 kOhm load impedance)
- Output gain: off - +12 dB
- Frequency response: 20 - 20
- 000 Hz +/-0.5 dB
- Noise (unity gain
- 20 - 20
- 000 Hz): > 93 dB
- Distortion (THD+N @ 1 kHz): 0 dB: 0.01 %
- 10 dB: 0.01 %
- High-pass filter (variable): 16 - 130 Hz
- Low band: 40 - 725 Hz
- Slope: 6 dB / 9 dB / 12 dB / Peak
- Cut/Boost: -12 - +12 dB
- Mid Band: 140 - 13.000 Hz
- Bandwidth: 0.25 - 2.75 octaves
- Cut/Boost: -12 - +12 dB
- High Band: 530 - 20.000 Hz
- Slope: 6 dB / 12 dB
- Cut/Boost: -12 - +12 dB
- Compressor: Threshold (-40 - +20 dB)
- Ratio (1: 1 - 10:1)
- Attack (0.2 ms - 100 ms)
- Release (0.05 s - 2 s)
- Power supply: 230 V or 115 V at 50-60 Hz
- 30 VA
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 482 x 88 x 270 mm
- Weight: 4.2 kg
PROS
- • Exceptional preamp warmth evokes classic analog consoles.
- • Flexible EQ offers precise tonal shaping and vintage vibe.
- • Soft-knee compressor adds gentle glue and character.
- • Variable saturation delivers controlled harmonic richness.
CONS
- • Limited channel count restricts use in complex, large-scale mixes.
- • High-end price point may be prohibitive for budget-conscious studios.
- • Saturation stage can be subtle, requiring careful adjustment.
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Key Features
Channels
1
Preamp Type
Class A Discrete
Gain Range
0 - +66 dB (mic), -24 - +42 dB (inst)
Phantom Power
48V
Connections
XLR, Instrument Input, Direct Output
Weight
Approximately 5kg (11 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It doesn't perfectly replicate a 1073, but it captures a similar warmth and subtle harmonic distortion, albeit with a slightly more modern, cleaner character.
Yes, the Instrument ID provides a properly impedance-matched input for direct recording of instruments like guitars and basses, minimizing signal loss and improving tone.
The saturation is more subtle and musical than harsh distortion; it's designed to add pleasing harmonics and perceived loudness rather than aggressive grit.
