Bigger and Bolder Compression
Punchy, thick and versatile, the 535 Diode Bridge Compressor captures the soul of Rupert Neve’s original 2254 compressor while providing modern updates including advanced timing control, significantly lower noise, fully stepped controls throughout, and internal parallel processing capabilities. Originally developed for the dynamics circuit of the acclaimed Shelford Channel, the 535 is outfitted with Rupert Neve Designs’ custom transformers and class-A output amplifiers, all tailor-made for the popular 500-series format.
Almost 50 years after Mr. Rupert Neve created his first diode bridge compressor designs, the 535 reimagines the larger-than-life personality of these classic circuits with new levels of precision and adaptability, helping virtually any track shine through a mix.
Rupert Neve Designs 535 Features:
- 31-position detented pot for Threshold control, from -25dB to +20dB
- Ratio, pre-selected of 1.5:1 through 8:1
- Six-position rotary switch for Timing
- Fast switch which divides attack and release times in half
- Blend control
- Gain control
- Comp IN
- Link to allow chaining another 535 compressor
- Side Chain HPF
- Level and Gain Reduction Metering
Diode Bridge Compression
The weighty, harmonically rich tonality of a diode bridge compressor is essential in pushing key sources of a mix like vocals, electric guitars, bass and drums to the forefront. Overall, it's a dynamic tool equippted to make a bold statement on virtually any mix or track.
