SPL Vitalizer Mk3-T

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SPL Vitalizer Mk3-T

SPL

Vitalizer Mk3-T

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 581480
Brand: SPL
Model: Vitalizer Mk3-T
Price: $1,230.90

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The Vitalizer Mk3-T is a clever piece of kit, adding a polished sheen and subtle character to stereo mixes. It's perfect for engineers looking for a quick, intuitive way to enhance presence and widen the stereo image without resorting to complex EQ chains – especially good for rock, pop, and electronic genres where a bit of extra 'air' is needed.

Product Description

  • SPL Vitalizer Mk3-T
  • Effect for Musical Processing of Stereo Signals
  • Based on psychoacoustics and audiometry
  • Intuitive operation
  • Sovtek 12AX7 double triode tube
  • Drive controller for controlled activation of the filter network
  • Bass Sound control shapes the bass range either towards a soft and warm or a percussive sound
  • Simple compressor specifically for the bass range
  • Mid-Hi Tune control for setting the operating frequency
  • Process control for adjusting the intensity of the bass and mid-hi tune in relation to the original signal
  • LC-EQ creates more presence and definition in the mid-range
  • Stereo expander to increase the stereo base width
  • Inputs: XLR and TRS jack
  • Outputs: XLR and TRS jack
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 482 x 300 x 44 mm
  • Weight: 6.1 kg
PROS
  • • The Sovtek 12AX7 adds a genuine warmth and harmonic richness.
  • • LC-EQ provides surprisingly precise mid-range shaping capabilities.
  • • Bass Sound control offers a genuinely useful tonal palette for bass frequencies.
  • • Solid, weighty build quality; feels like a professional studio tool.
CONS
  • • The size and weight (over 6kg) make it impractical for mobile setups.
  • • The 'Process' control can be a bit vague and require careful tweaking.
  • • Limited flexibility compared to more modular processing solutions.

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Key Features

Type Psychoacoustic Effects Processor
Channels Stereo
Controls Drive, Bass Sound, Mid-Hi Tune, Process, Compressor
Connections XLR, TRS Jack (Input/Output)
Weight 6.1 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Vitalizer Mk3-T's tube warmth and integrated EQ offer a more colored, character-driven enhancement compared to the cleaner, more transparent widening of the S1 Imager.
It requires some experimentation to dial in consistently, as it interacts with the input signal in a nuanced way; careful notetaking is recommended.
It's a fairly gentle compressor, designed to subtly shape the bass without overly squashing the dynamics.

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