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this is the latest development in the evolution of the classic
phoenix compressor, first introduced in 1998. after requests from
mastering engineers the master phoenix was introduced in october
2006. this was more recall-able with indented pots and slightly
different power supply and metering circuit, in which trimming the
meter alters the current through the compression valve so
compensating for valve ageing.
the compression curve of the mastering phoenix is slightly gentler
than that of the standard one, but it does have a more "positive"
effect. this earlier version has 6db lower gain compared to the
standard phoenix.
the master phoenix is in use in many studios and mastering suites
around the world, and we do know that one of its users, ray staff
of air london studios won the mpg award for best mastering engineer
in 2009.
the new mastering plus is a much upgraded version employing
precision elma switches for the gain and threshold and alpha
switches for attack and release. omeg indented pots are used for
the output level for fine control.
side chain bass cut switches, which have become an essential
mastering tool have been retained. in stereo mastering, with the
link switch in, there are effectively 5 frequency options as the
compressor side chain will work at the average of the switch
positions.
a standby switch is introduced to prolong valve and component life
and this has had an unexpected effect, see. *
mullard and siemens nos valves are used exclusively for lower
noise and long life stability.
the gain is now identical to that of the standard phoenix so that
extreme compression effects are possible .
easy adjustment of meter zeros, especially important in stereo
mastering, is now enabled by front panel access to the trim
controls, situated between the 2 meters.
*some users have found that analogue tape type distortion is
created when the unit is operated with standby on.this was
unintentional but some people may find it interesting.
■all valve signal path and side chain, point to point hand wired in england.
■subtle control with 'soft knee' compression more compression effects when pushed hard.
■stereo link for mix buss compression.
■side chain filters to enable compression of all frequencies except bass.
■flat frequency response over full audio range and beyond.
■very low phase shift and harmonic distortion (unless pushed hard).
■push-pull design gives a natural warm sound with high output level.
■output trim controls for fine adjustment or lower level operation.
■balanced ins and outs with custom made sowter transformers.
■bypass switch on each channel removes all electronics.
new special features
■elma switches for gain and threshold controls.
■alpha switches for attack and release controls.
■all mullard and siemens nos valves.
■easy recall- ability.
■zero adjustment on front.
■precise calibration.
■more gain than earlier master phoenix.
■standby switch to prolong valve life.
■distortion effects can be created with standby on.