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The Slate Pro Audio Dragon is 
unlike any dynamic audio processor you‘ve heard before. Simply put, the 
Dragon was created to be the most versatile compressor, limiter, and 
sound shaping tool that the pro audio industry has ever seen.
 
<a href="http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/jul10/articles/slateprodragon.htm" target="blank">Sound on Sound Review, July 2010</a>

The Concept The 
Dragon starts with a classic FET compressor circuit, reminiscent of 
vintage units from the 60’s and 70’s. But the Slate Pro Audio engineers 
enhanced the circuitry of the unit with a mastering grade signal path, 
Jensen input transformer, and a CLASS A output section based around a 
custom-made output transformer. The result is a compression quality that
 is so rich and warm, but is also capable of sharp and aggressive tones.
 But this is only the start of what the Dragon can do. Add Some Character The
 Dragon includes three ‘character’ settings that change the way the unit
 sounds and responds. The first setting is BOOM. This setting adds sub 
bass harmonics in a unique way that when combined with some compression,
 can make basses sound massive and kick drums pound like you’ve never 
heard before. The second setting is BITE, which adds a gentle ‘forward’ 
character that makes the source more defined and clear. BITE is superb 
on bass, snare, vocals, and guitars. Last, is SHEEN. This character 
setting adds an airy gloss to the source, reminiscent of classic opto 
tube compressors. This setting is absolutely stunning on vocals, 
acoustics, and overheads. Full mixes can gain new clarity and excitement
 from the sheen setting. All character settings can be used 
simultaneously! Go Vintage The
 Dragon's "Vintage" button enables circuitry that emulates a more 
vintage sound from a classic age of compression. The result is more 
harmonics, a bit of ‘grit’, and an overall more aggressive sound with 
tons of attitude that is amazing on electric guitars, bass, and a 
must-hear on drums. Saturate The
 Dragon has a three setting saturation selector. This saturation can add
 warm and rich harmonics or even gritty distortion. On setting 1, it can
 add just the right of “life” to a dull vocal. On setting 2, it can add 
presence and warmth to a bass or make guitars sound like they are 
hitting tape. On setting 3, it can add some rich harmonics to a snare to
 bring out the sustain and make it come alive in the mix. Wait, There’s MORE The
 Dragon includes a hi pass filter so you have the option to control the 
amount of low end that feeds the compressor detection. This is useful 
when stereo linking two DRAGONS together for transparent mixbuss 
compression, or for grouped drum compression where you don’t want the 
drums to ‘pump’. FET Your Mixbuss Classic
 FET compressors have not been common mixbuss choices due to their 
excessive color and aggressive nature. However, the Dragon includes a 
gentle 2:1 setting that sounds amazing on full mixes. With the 
character, vintage, and saturate options disabled, the signal path is 
quiet and clean with just the right amount of rich tone. Of course if 
you need more color or saturation on your buss, it’s just a button or 
switch away. With settings 2:1, character SHEEN, Saturate 1, and slow 
attack and fast release, your mix will come alive in an incredible way. Squash It The
 Dragon is one of the finest drum compressors to ever hit the analog 
market, and is complete with the famous overcompression “all buttons in”
 mode called ‘Squash’. This setting is simply stunning on drum room 
mics, or any other source that you want to explode out of the mix. Due 
to its extremely hifi signal path, the Dragon’s ‘Squash’ setting can 
create that larger then life effect without causing a harsh or brittle 
high end. Mix It Up Last
 and certainly not least, the Dragon includes a ‘Mix” knob to control 
the wet/dry ratio of the source. This amazing feature allows you to add 
some heavy compression, and then back it off gently until it creates the
 perfect balance for your mix. The ‘Mix’ knob also allows you to 
parallel compress sources, such as drum busses, without having to mult 
or buss the drums to additional faders! You’ll find the ‘mix’ knob to be
 one of the most useful tools in modern analog compression. It works 
especially well with the saturation and squash features. Overcompressing
 a vocal and then mixing back the wet signal is the ultimate way to make
 a vocal pop without losing the subtle nuances. Style The
 Dragon’s faceplate comes with a beautiful tribal mural designed by 
world renowned tattoo artist Davey Suicide, and will add a unique beauty
 to your rack. The striking look matches its remarkable sound. Presets Normally
 compressors don’t need presets, but with so many options (there is 
literally thousands of combinations), the Dragon ships with a huge 
listing of presets made by Steven Slate and some of the world’s top 
producers, mixers, and even mastering engineers. But once you experience
 the many possibilities and sounds of the Dragon, you’ll soon enjoy 
making your own! 
 
Engineers using the Dragon 
<ul><li>Chris Lord-Alge</li><li>Michael Brauer</li><li>Justin Neibank</li><li>Jay Baumgardner</li><li>Brett Chassen</li></ul>
Artists using the Dragon 
<ul><li>Taylor Swift</li><li>Colbie Caillat</li><li>Reba McEntire</li><li>Bush</li></ul>

Slate Pro Audio Dragon
Analog Dynamic Processor

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Covering the range from classic “British Class A-style” vintage tone to ultra-clean modern sparkle, the Slate Pro Audio Fox
 two-channel microphone preamplifier is one of the most versatile mic 
pres out there. The way the Fox shapes tone is brilliant. There are two 
completely independent microphone preamplifier circuits in each of the 
Fox’s channels. The Vintage circuit calls up the sound of the legendary 
1073-style preamp – warm, fat, and full of lush harmonics. Conversely, 
the Modern setting gives you a sparkling clean sound that’s perfect for 
capturing acoustic instruments in picture-perfect detail. What’s more, 
the Fox features two Combo modes, which combine the input and the output
 sections of both circuits, giving you a pair of completely unique 
preamp sounds. 
 
Features: 
<ul><li>Two-channel microphone preamplifier</li><li>Four distinct microphone preamplifier sounds in each channel</li><li>Two independent preamp circuits in each channel</li><li>Classic circuit provides 1073-style sound</li><li>Modern circuit provides ultra-clear sound</li><li>Two combo modes combine the input and output sections of each preamp circuit</li><li>Includes instrument inputs, phase controls, and phantom power</li><li>100% made in the USA</li></ul>
Get four fantastic microphone preamplifier sounds, from the Slate Pro Audio Fox 2-channel mic pre!

Slate Pro Audio Fox
Dual microphone preamp

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Covering the range from classic “British Class A-style” vintage tone to ultra-clean modern sparkle, the Slate Pro Audio Fox two-channel microphone preamplifier is one of the most versatile mic pres out there. The way the Fox shapes tone is brilliant. There are two completely independent microphone preamplifier circuits in each of the Fox’s channels. The Vintage circuit calls up the sound of the legendary 1073-style preamp – warm, fat, and full of lush harmonics. Conversely, the Modern setting gives you a sparkling clean sound that’s perfect for capturing acoustic instruments in picture-perfect detail. What’s more, the Fox features two Combo modes, which combine the input and the output sections of both circuits, giving you a pair of completely unique preamp sounds. Features: <ul><li>Two-channel microphone preamplifier</li><li>Four distinct microphone preamplifier sounds in each channel</li><li>Two independent preamp circuits in each channel</li><li>Classic circuit provides 1073-style sound</li><li>Modern circuit provides ultra-clear sound</li><li>Two combo modes combine the input and output sections of each preamp circuit</li><li>Includes instrument inputs, phase controls, and phantom power</li><li>100% made in the USA</li></ul> Get four fantastic microphone preamplifier sounds, from the Slate Pro Audio Fox 2-channel mic pre!

Slate Pro Audio Fox (Demo Deal)
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