Rupert Neve Designs Portico II Master Buss Black

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Rupert Neve Designs Portico II Master Buss Black

Rupert Neve Designs

Portico II Master Buss Black

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 507320
Model: Portico II Master Buss Black
Price: $5,828.90

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This Portico II Master Buss Black is a serious workhorse for mastering engineers and producers seeking a transparent yet characterful compression solution. Rupert Neve’s signature sound is present without being overly colored, and the mid-side capabilities are a huge asset for shaping the stereo image. It’s a premium-priced piece, but delivers a level of polish and control you won't find elsewhere.

Product Description

  • Rupert Neve Designs Portico II Master Buss Black
  • 2-Channel compressor
  • Stereo link or 2x mono
  • 75 V technology
  • Catch-up gain -6 dB up to +20 dB
  • Parallel compression adjustable
  • Texture control for Silk and Silk+ mode
  • Musical limiter
  • Stereo field editor
  • Flexible routing allows independent dynamic processing of mid and side channels
  • Extensive level meter
  • Input/output connectors: XLR
  • Sidechain send/return connector: 6.3 mm jack
  • Ground lift switch
  • Format: 19" / 2 U
  • Weight: 9.7 kg
PROS
  • • Exceptional transient handling thanks to the 75V power supply.
  • • Texture control delivers genuinely musical harmonic enhancement.
  • • Flexible mid-side processing offers unparalleled stereo imaging control.
  • • Robust, all-metal construction feels incredibly solid and well-built.
CONS
  • • High-end price point puts it out of reach for many home studios.
  • • Weight makes rack mounting a consideration for smaller setups.
  • • Limited input gain range might require a preamp for low-level sources.

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Key Features

Type Stereo Compressor
Channels 2 (Stereo or Dual Mono)
Controls Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, Catch-up Gain, Texture (Silk/Silk+), Parallel Compression, Stereo Field Editor
Connections XLR (Input/Output), 6.3 mm Jack (Sidechain Send/Return)
Metering Extensive LED Level Metering (Input/Output, Gain Reduction)
Weight 9.7 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Unlike harsh saturation, the Texture control subtly adds harmonics, offering a smoother, more musical 'Silk' or 'Silk+' enhancement without introducing unwanted grit.
Absolutely. The dedicated parallel compression control allows for a seamless blend of clean and compressed signals, perfect for adding punch and depth.
Yes, the 6.3 mm jack sidechain provides a full-featured external sidechain loop, giving you ample flexibility to incorporate EQ, filters, or other effects into the compression process.

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