Rupert Neve Designs 5057 Orbit

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Rupert Neve Designs 5057 Orbit

Rupert Neve Designs

5057 Orbit

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 526346
Model: 5057 Orbit
Category: Summing Mixer
Price: $2,198.90

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The 5057 Orbit is a beautifully realized summing mixer that delivers that classic Rupert Neve warmth and punch, but with a clean, modern edge. It's a fantastic solution for engineers and producers looking to glue their mixes together with that signature analog feel – particularly those working in genres like rock, pop, and electronic music where a polished, cohesive sound is crucial.

Product Description

  • Rupert Neve Designs 5057 Orbit
  • 16x2 Summing Mixer
  • 16 Channel Class-A mix bus
  • Silk Red & Blue modes with texture controls for precise control of sound characteristics
  • Very low crosstalk for a wide stereo image and a sonic depth
  • Cascadable via bus link with multiple 5057 units
  • Input impedance: 16 K Ohm
  • Frequency response: 10 to 50000 Hz: +/- 0.1 dB
  • Max. input level at 1 kHz: +26 dBu
  • Max. output level at 1 kHz: +26 dBu
  • Distortion factor (from 22 Hz - 22 kHz): 0 dBu at 1 kHz: 0.003%
  • +20 dBu at 1 kHz: 0.0006%
  • 2 x DB25 inputs (TASCAM standard) and XLR outputs
  • Can be combined with other Rupert Neve Designs summing units via Buss Link
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 483 x 229 x 44 mm
  • Weight: approx. 4 kg
PROS
  • • Exceptional clarity and depth due to Rupert Neve's signature Class-A design.
  • • Silk/Blue modes offer nuanced tonal shaping, adding subtle character.
  • • Ultra-low crosstalk creates a remarkably wide and focused stereo image.
  • • Robust construction with quality components ensures long-term reliability.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for smaller studios.
  • • Limited channel count compared to larger summing consoles.
  • • Size and weight may pose challenges for portable or space-constrained setups.

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Key Features

Channels 16
Summing Type Class-A Mix Bus
Connections 2 x DB25 inputs, XLR outputs
Headroom +26 dBu
Weight 4 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Buss Link allows for seamless integration of multiple 5057 units, maintaining signal integrity and a consistent sonic signature across expanded channel counts.
They're nuanced, designed to add character rather than drastically alter the overall sound, offering gentle enhancements.
Clean, transparent preamps will showcase the 5057's capabilities best; overly colored preamps might mask the Orbit's subtle tonal shaping.

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