Steven Slate Audio VSX Platinum Edition

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Steven Slate Audio VSX Platinum Edition

Steven Slate Audio

VSX Platinum Edition

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 578617
Model: VSX Platinum Edition
Price: $636.90

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The VSX Platinum is a seriously interesting setup for producers and engineers who need accurate binaural monitoring anywhere. The SX headphones themselves are surprisingly good, tonally balanced for critical listening, and the included modelling software offers a unique way to dial in familiar studio spaces. It’s a significant investment, but the potential for improved mixes is real.

Product Description

  • Steven Slate Audio VSX Platinum Edition
  • Modelling Headphone Set
  • Combination of specially developed headphones and modelling plug-in for binaural perception
  • Precisely tuned listening environments regardless of location
  • Modeling plug-in is integrated via the mix bus in the DAW
  • SX headphones with lightweight beryllium hybrid drivers for linear impulse response
  • Tonally neutral
  • dynamic and closed stereo headphones (can also be used without modelling software)
  • Frequency response SX headphones: 20 to 20
  • 000 Hz
  • Impedance: 37 Ohm
  • Incl. straight 2 m cable and 6.3 mm adapter
  • *The Platinum version includes the following modelling environments*
  • Steven Slates privater Mix-Room
  • NRG Studio
  • Zuma Studio
  • Archon Studio
  • Sonoma Studio
  • Mike Deans Studio
  • Howie Weinbergs Mastering Room
  • LA Nightclub Sound System
  • One Boombox
  • Mike Deans Car-Soundsystem
  • Luxury-SUV-Soundsystem
  • Car sound system of an electric car
  • Audiophile control room
  • Two linear custom headphone models
  • Various models of studio and common headphones
PROS
  • • Beryllium drivers deliver exceptional clarity and transient response.
  • • Modeling software recreates accurate, immersive listening environments.
  • • Closed-back design provides excellent isolation for critical tracking.
  • • SX headphones offer a surprisingly neutral and balanced tonality.
CONS
  • • The price point puts it firmly in the premium-priced category.
  • • Modeling plugin integration adds complexity for some users.
  • • Beryllium drivers can be fatiguing in extended listening sessions.

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Key Features

Type Modelling Headphone Set
Driver Size 40mm
Impedance 37 Ohm
Frequency Range 20Hz to 20kHz
Sensitivity 118 dB SPL @ 1kHz/mW
Cable 2m Straight Cable
Weight 280g

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Frequently Asked Questions

Slate has designed the plugin to be extremely low-latency, intended for use during tracking without introducing noticeable delays. However, buffer settings in your DAW will still play a role.
Absolutely. The SX headphones are designed to be excellent standalone studio headphones, offering a neutral and accurate sound signature even without the modeling plugin engaged.
While the modeling aims for high fidelity, it's still a simulation. It captures the overall sonic character and spatial cues but won't perfectly replicate the nuances of being in the actual physical spaces.

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