WES Audio Rhea
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WES Audio
Rhea
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The Rhea is a serious contender for anyone wanting that classic, polished Vari-Mu vibe in their stereo mixes. WES Audio's choice of Carnhill transformers really delivers that sought-after warmth, and the recall function is a huge time-saver for tracking and mixing engineers. It's a high-end tool, but the results are undeniably impressive.
Product Description
- WES Audio Rhea
- Stereo Vari-Mu Style Tube Compressor with Digital Recall Function
- Construction: 500 module
- 100% Analogue signal path with +24dBu headroom
- Carnhill input transformers
- THD - Harmonic Distortion with two modes (Medium and High)
- Side-chain filter (3 high pass filters at 60
- 90 and 150 Hz)
- Mix control for parallel compression
- 4 Touch-sensitive encoders allow automation of certain parameters (Threshold
- Make Up) in the DAW
- True-bypass
- Front mini-USB port for total recall function
- Compatible with Titan cabinet
- Power consumption: 190 mA
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 76 x 133 x 158 mm
- • Carnhill transformers deliver a signature, warm, vintage-style compression.
- • Digital recall significantly streamlines workflow for studio engineers.
- • Flexible sidechain filters offer precise control over compression behavior.
- • Intuitive touch encoders simplify automation within a DAW environment.
- • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility for smaller studios or hobbyists.
- • 500-series format restricts integration without a compatible rack.
- • THD modes, while offering tonal variation, might be too subtle for some.
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