
Gears Lists
Mixers : A hybrid mixing engine that infuses Neve 1073 OPX’s classic richness (Harmonic Color) and Soundcraft Tracker’s aggressive edge (Analog Grit), culminating in the expansive headroom and final summation of the Dangerous 2-Bus LT (3D Depth).
Dangerous 2Bus LT, 8 stereo summing mixer (The 2-Bus LT is the gold standard of analog summing—a genre-defying engine that unlocks massive headroom and 3D depth, providing the sonic imaging necessary to excel in everything from delicate traditional Korean music to explosive modern hip-hop.)
Soundcraft Spirit Pro Tracker, The British Analog Soul: From Delicate Textures to Gritty Punch. The Spirit Pro Tracker is a high-performance 8-channel inline mixer that injects classic British character into your signal path. Featuring musical EQ and warm preamps, it excels at both capturing the subtle nuances of traditional Korean music and delivering the aggressive punch and harmonic grit required for modern band mixes. It serves as the ultimate analog front-end, shaping bold, record-ready textures before they reach your Group Buses and Mix Bus compressors.
Neve 1073 OPX, 4 stereo summing mixer (The Analog Character Engine : A premium 8-ch summing solution that infuses your digital mix with the legendary Neve ‘Mojo’—delivering the iconic transformer-rich warmth and musical glue.)
Monitors : The Triple-Threat Monitoring System: EVE, Yamaha, and Avantone
This three-tier setup is your insurance for a fail-proof mix, allowing you to sculpt high-end detail, maintain studio-grade balance, and confirm commercial readability from audiophile systems to consumer devices in one seamless workflow.
EVE SC2070 (Crafted for high-fidelity grandeur and precision, ensuring your mix excels on premium, full-range audio systems.)
Yamaha msp5 (Utilized for mid-range honesty and balance, verifying that the core of your mix remains solid in professional studio environments.)
Avantone Mixcube active (Optimized for real-world clarity, guaranteeing that your work translates perfectly to consumer devices like smartphones and laptops.)
Behringer B205D
Shure 840a, sennheiser HD 280 pro, AT M30, AT M40, Presonus HP4
A/D D/A Converters
UA Apollo 8p MK2, Behringer ADA8200 , Blacklion 2X2
Preamps
Neve 1073 OPX (A modern evolution of the legendary Neve sound that functions as both an 8-channel premium preamplifier and a high-end analog summing mixer.)
Grace design M108 (A mastering-grade 8-channel interface that combines ultra-clean, transparent preamplification with state-of-the-art ADC/DAC conversion for unparalleled sonic clarity.)
UA 6176 (The ultimate all-tube preamp and FET compressor combo for iconic, record-ready sound)
API512V (The API 512V is the heartbeat of Nashville’s ‘Modern Country& Rock’ sound, delivering the legendary analog punch and mid-range focus required for world-class session recordings.)
SSL VHD 500*2 (Positioned perfectly between the clinical transparency of Grace Design and the aggressive punch of API, the SSL VHD 500 is a high-performance preamp that allows you to dial in everything from pristine clarity to rich, vivid harmonic saturation.)
Triton Fathead Germanium (The ultimate mojo-booster that infuses thin digital signals with the legendary ‘Germanium’ grit and 29dB of clean, punchy gain.)
Equalizers
Great river Harrison 32C eq*2 (The Sound of Legends: As the definitive recreation of the Harrison 32C console EQ, the Great River 32EQ acts as a sonic time machine for your studio, delivering the legendary ‘silky’ high-end that shaped the best-selling albums in music history while directly injecting your source with the rich, vintage aura of the 70s and 80s and the same effortless smoothness heard throughout Michael Jackson’s Thriller.)
Lindell PEX500 Vin (Leveraging the power of its discrete 990-style op-amp, the PEX-500 VIN is a high-end yet budget-friendly equalizer that musically recreates the massive low-end and silky highs of the iconic Pultec EQ: it is particularly transformative for bass guitars, providing a thunderous yet tight foundation, and for vocals, adding a breathy, vintage air that sits perfectly in any mix)
Neve8803 (The Neve 8803 is the pinnacle of modern equalization, masterfully bridging the gap between surgical correction and high-fidelity musical enhancement. vs. Sontec & GML: High-definition polish that adds ‘Sontec-style elegance to GML-level precision.’ vs.API 5500: ‘Surgical Control’ – Sophisticated, variable tone-shaping that transcends API’s rigid, aggressive grit. vs. Great River EQ-2NV: ‘Crisp Clarity’ – Replaces transformer-heavy thickness with the transparent, defined air of the flagship 88RS console. A Hi-Fi powerhouse that integrates GML’s accuracy, Sontec’s smoothness, and the 88RS’s modern clarity into one versatile unit.
Kush Audio Electra 500, The Precision Sculptor of Punch and Phase Integrity.
The Electra 500 is a surgical EQ that redefines tonal shaping through incredible transparency. Designed to complement the rich analog character established by the Harrison EQ, Neve, and Soundcraft EQ units, the Electra focuses on absolute phase integrity. delivering a fast, electric punch to the low end and a silky air to the highs. Unlike the aggressive color and phase smear of the API 550, it is a strategic choice for engineers who demand high-impact transients while maintaining the clinical clarity required for high-density, complex mixes.
Compressors
Neve 33609N(The legendary diode-bridge compressor that delivers the ultimate ‘creamy’ analog glue. The cornerstone of Michael Brauer’s Bus Comp )
Buzz Audio SOC-M ( A mastering-grade optical compressor providing an unparalleled silky texture and precision that transcends the musical bloom of the CL1B, the iconic warmth of the LA-2A, and even the legendary smoothness and character of Michael Brauer’s JoeMeek 1.05 and Pendulum ES-8)
Dave Hill Titan (The ultimate ‘color-sculpting’ VCA compressor with unparalleled digital precision)
DBX 160A USA *2 (The definitive hard-knee punch for drums and bass with legendary VCA snap)
UA 6176
Pete’s Place BAC 500 : 1176(A versatile FET powerhouse that blends vintage 1176 character with modern grit )
SSL G comp 500 (The industry-standard ‘mix glue’)
Smart Reserch C2 (The ultimate ‘Glue’ compressor with a modern punch)
FMR RNC *2 (The gold standard for clean, transparent compression at an unbeatable price)
FMR RNLA(character compressor that adds thick, ‘gooey’ vintage warmth)
Soundcraft Tracker 8ch Integrated Channel Limiter, Transparent Peak Control and Analog Density. Each channel features a built-in soft-knee limiter designed for transparent peak protection. Beyond just preventing digital clipping, it adds a subtle analog “thickness” and weight to the transients. By controlling dynamic peaks early in the chain, it ensures a more consistent level and allows for a punchier, more controlled mix in the final summing stage.
Microphones
Austrian OC18 stereo pairs (The OC18 Stereo Pair excels in drum overheads for a punchy yet silky top-end, acoustic instruments for realistic texture, and classical piano for a phase-perfect stereo image. Its low self-noise and high SPL make it a versatile powerhouse for everything from delicate vocals to loud guitar cabs.)
AKG 214 (A cost-effective powerhouse that delivers the iconic ‘C414 XLII’ character—known for its legendary high-end sparkle and massive dynamic range.)
Lauten Audio LA-220 Fet (A professional FET condenser that acts as a modern reimagining of the Neumann legacy: it masterfully bridges the gap between contemporary precision and classic studio character by delivering an authoritative, Neumann-esque warmth and a ‘finished’ sound.)
Rode M5 stereo pairs (An indispensable matched pair for capturing the intricate transients of acoustic and Korean traditional instruments, while serving as a reliable backbone for choral, orchestral, and drum room miking.)
MD 421 (The Industry Workhorse : A legendary studio icon renowned for its incredible SPL handling and a thick, punchy mid-range that brings authority to everything from drums to traditional instruments.)
Sm57*4, AWS windscreen *2 (A versatile powerhouse setup featuring four SM57s for multi-source tracking and A85WS windscreens that transform these workhorses into high-quality vocal microphones.)
AKG D330bt (A classic triple-feature dynamic microphone from the 70s—famously used by ABBA—offering a creamy, condenser-like detail with the rugged ‘Mojo’ of a vintage legend.)
Shure Beta52a (A high-output dynamic microphone designed with a tailored frequency response to deliver maximum ‘thump’ and ‘click,’ making it the gold standard for kick drums and bass instruments.)
AKG D112 mk2 (The industry-standard ‘Kick’ mic, legendary for its massive diaphragm and unique ability to deliver a punchy, well-defined low-end that sits perfectly in any mix without additional EQ.)
Amp/D.I box
Orange terror, Triton Big amp*2, Radial Stagebug SB-2 *2
Effects & Stomp Box
Lexicon PCM91, The Legendary Architect of 3D Space and Musical Texture.
The Lexicon PCM91 is the gold standard for digital reverb, defining the spatial depth of modern music history. Renowned for its iconic “Lexicon Hall” algorithms, it delivers a velvet-like lushness and unparalleled 3D imaging. Whether it’s the delicate breath of a Korean solo instrument, the majestic roar of an orchestra, or the explosive energy of a rock ballad, the PCM91 provides the “Expensive Sound” that elevates any mix to a world-class level.
Yamaha D5000 Digital Delay, The Yamaha D5000 is a legendary professional digital delay, renowned for its pristine 20-bit resolution and 50kHz sampling rate. A favorite of top-tier engineers like Bob Clearmountain, it offers exceptional clarity and a versatile range of effects including Dual (Stereo) Delay, Single (Mono) Delay, and a unique Freeze function for creative sampling. With six independent delay taps—each featuring its own LFO modulation and ducking—it excels at creating lush, complex soundscapes that modern plugins struggle to replicate.
TC electronic HOF2, MXR Carbon copy, EHX Canyon, EHX Ocean11
EHX Neo clone, EHX Monosynth, Ibanez TS mini
Eventide mixing Link
Software
UA Ultimate 11 with UAD Satellite, Plugin Alliance, McDSP, Melodyne, Izotope Ozone, Komplete13, BFD3 Drums…
Instruments
Yamaha MM8, Yamaha P-125, Korg MicroKorg, Roland SPD-30 Octapad