Vintech Audio X73i + Matching Comp?

Posted: Mon Mar 10, 2008 2:57 pm

Hello,

First post for me at Recording.Org. I recently puchased a Vintech X73i and I'd like to get some opinions/recommendations on a good compressor to match this unit.

I'm looking for something primarily for vocals + guits/bass as a secondary criteria.

I've researched the Sebatron Nitrous, Daking FET Comp2 and the Distressor EL8. This is the price range I'd like to stay within. Of course, if there's something a couple hundreds up or down, I'd still consider it.

I'm runnning a Pro Tools LE 7.4 setup. I already have 2 Summit Audio units, the 2BA-221 and the TLA-50 plus an RME ADI-2 AD/DA converter.

Any opinions on the units I've mentioned or your own input on other units would be greatly appreciated.

PS- I work with a female vocalist (if it makes any difference). Music style is pop-rock (mainly).

Thanks again! Very Happy

Posted: Tue Mar 11, 2008 11:51 am

Any user with experience on the Daking FET Comp2, Purple Audio Action or Buzz Audio Essence compressors?

Practical feedback would be greatly appreciated.
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Welcome to RO, maybe be more specific. All products you wonder about are excellent.

Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2008 6:59 am

Thanks for responding.

I've decided to go for the Purple Action.
Very Happy

Posted: Thu Mar 13, 2008 12:46 am

nice
inspired from the MC77 which in turn springs from the 1176 side of the fence

Andrew does nice work

so
what else are you going to put in the 500 rack ?

Posted: Fri Mar 14, 2008 1:10 am

how do you like the Vintech?

does anyone know of a reference CD that compares mic preamps?

Posted: Fri Mar 14, 2008 1:52 pm

I'd like to prompt our readers for opinions regarding this setup, and possible future upgrades.

I run PT LE 7.4.

Current Setup

Summit 2BA-221
Summit TLA-50
Vintech X73i
Aphex Aural Exciter
RME ADI-2
Mackie HM-54 phones amp

My next purchase is the Purple Action Comp, racked in a 2 slot HR500 from A-Designs.

Based on this setup, what complimentary 500 series module would you add in the second slot of the HR-500? I'd prefer opinions on something else besides preamps, if possible, as for right now, my selection is good for my needs.

Thanks to all!

Posted: Fri Mar 14, 2008 1:54 pm

memegene wrote:

how do you like the Vintech?

does anyone know of a reference CD that compares mic preamps?

The X73i sounds very good on electric guitars and bass, very aggresive, up front sound. I like the EQ also. You can round up your sound as you see fit or you can bypass it all together.

Haven't tried it with vocals (yet) but I can't wait.

Posted: Fri Mar 14, 2008 3:24 pm

since you don't want another pre-amp ( I think you should )

then some EQ or another comp of different style
a few companies are doing the 500 rack style
so there are choices

I think a couple of pre-amps is worthwhile if only to keep the rack as a possible stand alone

you take just the rack to a location and you have a signal chain

perhaps the headphone amp from Purple

Posted: Mon Apr 07, 2008 8:51 am

I'm looking at the Purple ODD EQ and perhaps another Pre. Maybe the 512C from API...don't know yet...too man choices out there.

I gotta make my decisions based on what's needed and not based on what's wanted...LOL.
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