Empirical Labs EL-DS-V Derresser Vertical
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Empirical Labs
EL-DS-V Derresser Vertical
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The EL-DS-V is a seriously effective de-esser, especially for vocals in pop, hip-hop, and electronic music. It's not a plugin – it's a dedicated hardware solution that delivers a unique, musical quality and clarity you just don’t get from software. If you're battling harsh sibilance and want a transparent, analog solution, this is a fantastic choice.
Product Description
- Empirical Labs EL-DS-V Derresser Vertical
- DerrEsser - De-esser
- Module for the API-500 system
- Dynamic multifunctional filter - mainly for use as a de-esser
- Frequency range: 3 Hz - 120 kHz (-3dB points)
- Dynamic range - 115 dB from max. output (.5%THD soft clipping) to minimum output
- Input impedance: 20 Ohms
- Output impedance less than 51 ohms
- Power consumption: 4 W - max. 800 W
- • Exceptional transparency, preserves vocal character while taming sibilance
- • Remarkable low-frequency de-essing, crucial for modern productions
- • Versatile sidechaining capabilities for creative vocal effects
- • Robust Empirical Labs build quality; feels incredibly solid and reliable
- • Limited control compared to more complex de-esser plugins
- • Can be aggressive if gain reduction isn't carefully managed
- • Relatively high power consumption for a 500 series module
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