Rupert Neve Designs 5059 Satellite Shelford

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Rupert Neve Designs 5059 Satellite Shelford

Rupert Neve Designs

5059 Satellite Shelford

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 567473
Model: 5059 Satellite Shelford
Category: Summing Mixer
Price: $3,958.90

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The 5059 is a beautifully realized summing mixer, offering a distinct Neve flavor that subtly elevates mixes. It's ideal for engineers and producers seeking a polished, analog summing solution without the complexity of a full console – particularly great for rock, pop, and electronic music where a touch of warmth and cohesion is desired.

Product Description

  • Rupert Neve Designs 5059 Satellite Shelford
  • Active 16x2+2 Summing Mixer
  • 16 Channels
  • Insert
  • level and pan per channel
  • 2 Stereo outputs with texture control
  • Silk and Silk+ can be added continuously per bus
  • Neve custom transformer
  • 100% Discrete ClassA circuitry
  • Flexible routing for easy integration of outboard equipment
  • Dimensions: 19" 2 U
  • Weight: 6.4 kg
PROS
  • • Neve's Class A discrete circuitry delivers a warm, cohesive sonic signature.
  • • The 'Silk' and 'Silk+' options offer nuanced harmonic enhancement.
  • • Custom-wound transformers impart a pleasing, vintage-inspired color.
  • • Flexible routing simplifies outboard gear integration, expanding creative possibilities.
CONS
  • • The 2U height and substantial weight make rack mounting a consideration.
  • • The price point places it firmly in the premium-priced category.
  • • Limited channel count may not suit very large or complex mixes.

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Key Features

Channels 16
Summing Type Active
Connections 16 Channels, 2 Stereo Outputs, Insert Points
Headroom Approximately +24dB (typical, dependent on gain staging)
Weight 6.4 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 5059 is a more compact and streamlined offering than the 5088, sacrificing some routing flexibility for a smaller footprint and slightly different tonal characteristics.
They are quite subtle, intended for gentle harmonic enhancement rather than a dramatic transformation – think of them as seasoning rather than a core ingredient.
While the core summing stages are fully discrete Class A, certain auxiliary circuitry might employ Class AB for efficiency – a common practice in high-end audio equipment to manage power consumption.

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