Rupert Neve Designs 5045 Primary Source Enhancer

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Rupert Neve Designs 5045 Primary Source Enhancer

Rupert Neve Designs

5045 Primary Source Enhancer

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 568271
Model: 5045 Primary Source Enhancer
Price: $2,308.90

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The 5045 is a game-changer for live sound engineers wrestling with vocal feedback. It’s incredibly transparent, letting your vocalists cut through without sounding processed, and the gain before feedback is genuinely impressive. Perfect for front-of-house engineers or monitor guys working in challenging venues.

Product Description

  • Rupert Neve Designs 5045 Primary Source Enhancer
  • 2-Channel Feedback Controller
  • Reduces feedback without filtering the signal
  • Increases the level of a microphone to feedback in a live sound environment by up to 20 dB
  • Ideal for vocals
  • Depth and threshold adjustable
  • Time Constant RMS Mode: A: 50ms
  • B: 100ms
  • C: 200ms
  • D: 750ms
  • E: 1.5s
  • F: 3s
  • Time Constant Peak Mode: Attack time: 20mS fix
  • Release time: A: 20mS
  • B: 200mS
  • C: 1S
  • D: 2S
  • E: 5S
  • F: 30S
  • Maximum output level: +25dBu
  • Dimensions: 19" / 1U
PROS
  • • Exceptional transparency; preserves natural mic timbre without coloration.
  • • Remarkable gain before feedback – truly expands vocal headroom.
  • • RMS and Peak modes offer flexible response for diverse environments.
  • • Robust build quality; feels like classic Neve gear.
CONS
  • • Limited channel count; not ideal for complex, multi-mic scenarios.
  • • Premium-priced; a significant investment for smaller operations.
  • • Time constant options, while extensive, can be overwhelming initially.

Product Video

Key Features

Type Feedback Controller
Channels 2
Filters None (Transparent Feedback Suppression)
Connections TRS, XLR
Weight 7.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Unlike many cheaper units, the 5045’s algorithm is designed for minimal sonic impact, preserving the natural character of the microphone – no 'phasey' or muffled sound.
RMS is generally better for consistent, predictable feedback, while Peak handles transient spikes more effectively; experimentation is key to finding what works best for your specific application.
A gate simply cuts audio; the 5045 *enhances* the signal while suppressing feedback – it’s a much more sophisticated and transparent solution.

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