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The Universal Audio LUNA Analog Essentials is a must-have for anyone seeking the iconic sound of classic analog studios. Exclusive for the LUNA Recording System, this remarkable bundle provides you with four essential components of professional analog recording, including Neve and API analog summing, as well as integrated Studer and Ampex multitrack tape. The bundle also includes the UAD-2 plug-in versions of the Studer and Ampex tape machines, offering even greater flexibility and convenience.
With the LUNA Analog Essentials, you can achieve the distinctive width, depth, and character that analog consoles are renowned for. The Neve analog console summing adds a touch of authenticity to your mixes, giving them a professional polish. The ATR-102 LUNA Extension allows you to infuse your mixes and masters with the punchy, tape-infused sound that is synonymous with analog tape machines.
For mixes that pack a powerful punch and exhibit exceptional clarity, the genuine API analog console summing is a perfect choice. Its mid-forward punch and incredible power will elevate your mixes to new heights. And with the Studer A800 LUNA Extension, you can effortlessly introduce the warmth of tape to your entire mix, tailoring it to perfection on a per-channel basis.
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Emulate the iconic Neve 80 series console and elevate your LUNA mixes to a whole new level with the Neve Summing Extension. Developed in collaboration with AMS Neve, this extension replicates the entire summing circuit, including the highly sought-after 1272 bus amplifiers. Drawing inspiration from legendary albums such as Nirvana's Nevermind and Queen's Jazz, you can now infuse your mixes with the distinctive colour and three-dimensional nonlinearities that made the Neve 80 series consoles so revered.
Bring the mid-forward punch of API's classic analog consoles into your LUNA mixes with the API Summing Extension. Developed in partnership with API, this extension faithfully emulates the 2520 op-amp and custom output transformer-based summing amps found in legendary API consoles. Take inspiration from iconic albums like Stevie Wonder's Talking Book and Fleetwood Mac's Rumours as you infuse your mixes with the attitude and tone that API's esteemed analog desks are known for.
Tap into the timeless appeal of analog tape with the Studer A800 extension for LUNA. Producers have long gravitated towards the warm, solid low-end, and musical presence of the Studer A800. Now, you can easily incorporate tape character into every audio and instrument track with this LUNA Extension. Experience the cohesiveness that comes from mixing on magnetic tape as you build up your mix. Don't be afraid to experiment by mix-and-matching up to four tape machines, utilizing different tape formulas and per-track controls to add analog complexity and texture.
Consider the ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder as the perfect companion to the Studer A800. This iconic tape machine has a track record of turning recordings into bona fide records with its signature low-end punch and musical tape saturation. By utilizing the ATR-102 as a LUNA Extension, you can add the final touch of "analog polish" to your mixes. Experience the authentic dynamics, tone, and saturation characteristics of the original hardware with instant access to album-ready Ampex tape tones on LUNA's master fader and buses. Elevate your mixes to a professional level with the ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder.