Neve 8801 Channel Strip

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Neve 8801 Channel Strip

Neve

8801 Channel Strip

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 113678
Brand: Neve
Model: 8801 Channel Strip
Price: $3,078.90

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The 8801 is a fantastic slice of Neve history, bringing that iconic sound to a compact format. It's ideal for engineers and producers wanting to add a touch of vintage character to vocals, guitars, or drums—think classic rock, soul, or anything needing that extra bit of glue. Just be prepared to invest, and understand it's a focused tool, not a full-blown channel strip replacement.

Product Description

  • Neve 8801 Channel Strip
  • Channel Strip
  • Channel Strip for the legendary 88RS
  • Hi and low pass filter
  • Four band EQ
  • Compressor
  • Gate and insert send return
  • Filter and/or EQ section switchable with Dynamic Side Chain
  • USB port for PC or Mac for total recall
PROS
  • • Authentic Neve sound: that classic 80s warmth and punch.
  • • Exceptional compressor: smooth, musical, and incredibly versatile.
  • • Flexible filter/EQ routing: creative sonic possibilities at your fingertips.
  • • Solid build quality: feels like it’ll survive a tour bus.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced: a significant investment for most home studios.
  • • Limited channel count: designed for focused tracking/mixing, not a full console.
  • • USB recall can be finicky: requires careful setup and occasional troubleshooting.

Product Video

Key Features

Type Channel Strip
Bands Four
Channels One
Connections Insert Send/Return, Hi-Pass Filter, Lo-Pass Filter, USB
Metering LED
Weight 22 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Engaging the dynamic sidechain allows the EQ and filter to respond to the input signal's dynamics, creating interesting pumping or gating effects.
It's primarily for recall of EQ and compressor settings, not for direct audio input or output. It’s a control interface, not an audio interface.
It captures the essence of the 88RS EQ, offering a musical and forgiving character, though it's a simplified version of the larger console's capabilities.

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