Neve 88C

Neve® is proud to expand its range of desktop products with the introduction of the 88C – dual desktop dynamics. Featuring the powerful dynamics section from the flagship 88R console, the 88C delivers the iconic sound quality, versatile control, and legendary character, providing a professional, polished finish for studios of any size.

VCA Legacy
First introduced in the 1970s with the 50 Series consoles, Neve's VCA compressors set a new standard for precise and versatile compression. This groundbreaking technology became a cornerstone of Neve consoles, featuring prominently in the legendary VR and 88R series. Now, the same engineering expertise behind these iconic designs has crafted the 88C, bringing the signature console sound to all studios, in a compact and accessible format.

Iconic Sound Quality
Building on this rich pedigree, the Neve 88R dynamics section has earned a reputation for its warm, smooth, and musical compression. Now reimagined in the 88C, it delivers the signature Neve sound with enhanced clarity and punch, all while maintaining the natural tone of your recordings.

Versatile Control
Equipped with adaptive attack, release, and ratio settings, the 88C mirrors the precision and versatility of the 88R dynamics section. These features allow for exceptional control over transient response and overall dynamics, making the 88C perfectly suited for a variety of musical genres and studio applications. Designed as a true workhorse, it delivers consistent performance in even the most demanding situations.

Legendary Character
The 88C captures the subtle yet distinctive character of the 88R’s dynamics processor, delivering a professional, polished finish to your tracks. This iconic sound, revered by many high-end studios such as Abbey Road, Air Studios, Fox and Capitol Studios, is now accessible to elevate mixes in any studio environment.

Desktop Design
The iconic 88R dynamics section is now reimagined in a dual, compact desktop format, powered via modern USB-C for ultimate portability. Offering Neve’s renowned console sound and professional-grade dynamics processing, the 88C brings studio-quality performance to home studios and smaller setups, all in a sleek, bus-powered design. The 88C is optimised to be the perfect partner for the 88M, or as a standalone desktop compressor.

The 88C is expertly designed in the UK by the renowned Neve engineering team and manufactured in their Burnley HQ alongside their latest 88R console builds.