Rupert Neve Designs 545 Primary Source Enhancer

Rupert Neve Designs 545: 500 Series Primary Source Enhancer

Masterful Feedback Reduction

The Rupert Neve Designs 545 Primary Source Enhancer is a revolutionary tool for live sound environments, delivering unmatched feedback reduction while preserving the natural tone of the source. It's a must-have for any live sound setup, ensuring clarity and impact without compromise.

Key Features:

• Effective Feedback Control: Increases live mic signal by up to 20dB before feedback occurs.
• 100% Analog Design: Employs Rupert Neve Designs’ custom transformers for natural sound preservation.
• Intuitive Operation: Simple controls make it easy to use even in fast-paced live environments.
• Versatile Application: Ideal for tours, arenas, houses of worship, and broadcast stages.

Technical Specifications:

• Threshold Range: Continuously adjustable from -18 dBu to +12 dBu.
• Depth Control: 0 dB to -20 dB, for precise attenuation adjustment.
• Time Constants: RMS mode - 100 ms (Slow), 200 ms (Fast); Peak mode - 20 ms (Attack), 1s/200ms (Release).
• Maximum Input/Output Level: +24 dBu.
• THD+N: Below 0.001% at 1 kHz, 0.1% typical at 20 Hz.
• Noise Level: Better than -100 dBu with enhancer bypassed.
• Frequency Response: 30 Hz to 58 kHz within +/- 0.25 dB.

Professional Reviews:

• Andy Meyer (FOH for Justin Timberlake, Madonna) praises its indispensability for his work.
• Vince Casamatta (FOH for Maroon 5, Halsey) emphasizes its transformative impact on live EQ settings.
• Jonathan Kreinik (Producer/FOH Engineer for Chet Faker) notes its ease of use and effectiveness in live situations.