2-bus 4-bus passive group sum summing mixer MPC 2500 *OR* UAD Apollo 8 RSE LTM-8 (Line to Mic level Converter) x2 Hairball Audio Lola x2 AML 1073 x2 RSE PC502 x2 Cranborne Camden 500 x4 SSL style Preamps x2 Capi v26

Analog Passive Multi 2-4-BUS Mix Sub Group Summing Mixer

Analog Passive Multi 2-4-BUS Mix Sub Group Summing Mixer

For the Best Analog Mix mixing and mastering for Pro and Home Studio. The multi-bus compression sub-group passive summing technique is a game-changer for mixing engineers.

The ability to process different elements of a mix separately – Analog Passive Multi 2-4-BUS Mix Sub Group Summing Mixer – and then sum them back together allows for greater control over the final sound.

Basic Example: Arrange the tracks logically and group them into 4 buses:

  • SUB Group 1: Drums, percussion, and bass
  • SUB Group 2: Synthesizers and guitars
  • SUB Group 3: Lead vocals
  • SUB Group 4: Background vocals
This allows you to give each bus its unique space in the mix, where you can apply character EQing, compression for cohesion, and other processing
2-bus 4-bus passive group sum summing mixer
Analog Passive Multi 2-4-BUS Mix Sub Group Summing Mixer

The fixed sub mixers with dedicated inputs and individual send/return for external processing make it easy to integrate this technique into any mixing setup. Overall, this is a highly effective and efficient way to achieve a tighter, more professional-sounding mix.

Passive Multi Insert Group Sum Bus Summing Mixer

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Specs + Customer Studio Outboards setup

2U rack
10 input (5xstereo)
1-8 DSUB Tascam Balanced
9-10 TRS balanced
4 out XLR Main rec / Monitor balanced
5 x GROUP A /OR/ GROUP B select switch
GROUP SUM REDUCTION: -10dB
Insert SND RET TRS bypass Switch Group A
Insert SND RET TRS bypass Switch Group B
1 x Stereo to 2 mono on 3/4 Group A
1 x Stereo to 2 mono on 3/4 Group B
MASTER SUM REDUCTION: -10dB
4 x Multi Master Ins SND/RET TRS ABCD
-10db switch (before master insert)
Master Mono switch (before master insert)

Sub Group passive summing for MultiBus Compression technique

Based on the customers feedback, this is the best bus mixing technique there is. With a little practice and experience, your mixes will sound tighter, more energetic, more professional.

Fixed sub mixers (slave sum AB) with dedicated inputs, each sub mixer (slave sum) group come with individual send/return for external process – then return to Master for final summing see documentation…..

Customer  studio setup

MPC 2500 *OR* UAD Apollo 8
RSE LTM-8 (Line to Mic level Converter)
Preamps:
x2 Hairball Audio Lola
x2 AML 1073
x2 RSE PC502
x2 Cranborne Camden 500
x4 SSL style Preamps
x2 Capi v26
A/B SEND (possible options):
DBX 160x Compressor (stereo pair)
Neve 542 Tape Simulator (stereo pair)
Thermionic Culture Culture Vulture
SP303 (Stereo Effects Processor)
Kush Audio Electra (Stereo EQ)
Master Inserts (possible options):
Louder Than Liftoff Silver Bullet (Stereo Preamp)
Hendyamps Michelangelo (Stereo Tube EQ)
Hendyamps Pollock (Stereo Optical Compressor)
Neve 542 Stereo Tape Simulator
TK Audio TK-Lizer (Stereo EQ

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Experience the pinnacle of analog mixing and mastering for both Pro and Home Studios with Analog 4-bus summing mixer. Our game-changing multi-bus compression sub-group passive summing technique elevates the art of mixing. Unleash the full potential of your music with unparalleled clarity and precision, revolutionizing your approach to audio engineering.

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2 Comments

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  2. Dj Bambam Benjamin says:

    Hey there!

    Your studio setup looks impressive! For me like im in heaven! 🙂
    You have a great selection of preamps to choose from, including the Hairball Audio Lola and the AML 1073. The RSE PC502 and Cranborne Camden 500 preamps are also excellent choices.
    I also love the addition of the RSE LTM-8 line to mic level converter, which can come in handy when you need to record instruments or other sources that have a lower output level. And your A/B send options with the DBX 160x compressor, Neve 542 tape simulator, Thermionic Culture Culture Vulture, SP303 stereo effects processor, and Kush Audio Electra stereo EQ, provide a wide range of sonic possibilities for your recordings.

    Regarding the A/B send options, the DBX 160x Compressor and the Neve 542 Tape Simulator are popular choices for adding character and warmth to your tracks. The Thermionic Culture Culture Vulture and Kush Audio Electra are also great tools for adding creative effects and EQ to your mix.

    Finally, the Louder Than Liftoff Silver Bullet and Hendyamps Michelangelo and Pollock, and the TK Audio TK-Lizer are excellent options for mastering your tracks, providing stereo preamps, tube EQ, optical compression, tape simulation, and stereo EQ, respectively.

    Overall, your studio setup seems like it has all the tools you need to create professional-sounding tracks.
    Enjoy your setup and keep making great music!
    Happy producing!

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