Anamod ATS-1 Analog Tape Simulator

Revolutionary analogue-modelled tape simulator

£4,399.00 (Inc VAT)

£3,665.83 (Ex VAT). Shipping calculated at checkout.

Two channels of analog tape simulation Up to four tape machine models Up to four tape formulation models 7.5, 15 and 30 ips speed selection Bias, LF and HF EQ, and Hiss All analog—no...

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Two channels of analog tape simulation
Up to four tape machine models
Up to four tape formulation models
7.5, 15 and 30 ips speed selection
Bias, LF and HF EQ, and Hiss
All analog—no latency or digital conversions
User-installable upgrade cards
Standard 2U rack format
The ATS-Analog Tape Simulator uses the revolutionary AnaMod Process™ for modelling complex analog circuitry entirely in the analog domain. Specially developed analog building blocks are coded to replicate the behaviour of analog tape. Unlike digital plug-ins or processor-based outboard gear, there is no latency, and no A/D or D/A conversions to compromise the sound. The result is a faithful recreation of the original response, without using the original analog hardware. All of the important features of a two-track analog tape machine are found in the ATS-1, including speed selection, bias, LF Record and HF Repro EQ, and the option of adding tape hiss, if desired. The reference Record level, as indicated on the illuminated VU meters, can be adjusted from 0 to +12 dBu in 3 dB increments. The ATS-1 accurately models the behaviour of specific tape machines and tape formulations, and allows the user to select from up to four machine and tape types. The unit ships with two tape machine cards (M-800 and M-79) and two tape formulation cards (T-GP9 and T-456). Optional machine and tape types are available on easy-to-install cards.  
AnaMod ATS-1 Features
Record enables the ATS-1 tape simulation.
Stop places the ATS-1 into hard bypass.
Input sets input gain adjustable from -12 dB to +18 dB.
Output sets output gain adjustable from -12 dB to +18 dB.
Machine Type selects one of four possible tape machine simulations determined by the SIMM cards installed in slots 1-4.
Tape Formulation selects one of four possible tape simulations determined by the SIMM cards installed in slots A-D.
Speed selects 7.5, 15 or 30 ips operation.
Bias sets the effective bias level in the record circuit. The centre position is the standard bias for each tape formulation.
LF Record adjusts the low frequency EQ in the record circuit. The centre position is standard alignment.
HF Repro adjusts the high frequency EQ in the playback circuit. The centre position is standard alignment.
Ref. Level sets the reference level of the VU meter from 0 dB (+4 dBu) to +12 dB in 3 dB increments.
Hiss can be set from off to way too much.
 
Specifications
Input Sensitivity: +4 dBu
Input Impedance: 20 kΩ, balanced
Frequency Response: varies in a specific way according to machine, speed and tape model selected
Noise: typically > 70 dB below +4 dBu, 20 Hz-20 kHz for low noise tape models
Distortion: level and model dependent
Output: balanced, with level compensation for unbalanced operation
Max Output Level: +27 dBu into 600 Ω load
 
General
Power: 120 or 240 VAC (determined at factory), 25 W
Dimensions: 2U enclosure, 19" x 3.5" x 12.5" (48.2 x 8.8 x 31.8 cm)

Weight: 10.3 lbs (4.7 kg)

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