The Roger Mayer 456HD 500 Series is an analogue wave shaping processor designed to emulate the desirable qualities of tape recording now with transformer balanced inputs and outputs.
The 456HD® Analogue Wave Shaping Process represents an innovative approach to experiencing modern dynamic and harmonic control in real time without any latency. This technology draws inspiration from the sought-after characteristics of tape recordings, accurately reproducing their dynamic compression and harmonic properties. Its purpose is to correct and enhance both pre- and post-digital recordings. Developed in collaboration with leading producers and engineers, the process has garnered significant critical acclaim and has already been utilized on numerous records by prominent artists.
It is widely acknowledged that this process is a significant advancement in the field and should not be considered merely another tape emulator. Instead, it introduces a considerably more refined method for real-time dynamic control, and its performance surpasses that of any tape recorder previously manufactured. The 456 is now establishing a new standard of excellence in audio processing.
The 456HD® process has received high praise from many of the world's leading record producers and engineers and is currently employed in primary tracking, remixing, and mastering applications. Notably, the MPG Awards 2019 recognized several RM users with nominations for top producer, top recording engineer, and top mastering engineer, further highlighting the impact and recognition of this technology within the professional audio community.
TRANSFORMER BALANCED INPUT AND OUTPUT
Our custom hand-wound ferrite wideband transformers are manufactured in-house by Roger Mayer. These transformers are designed to provide exceptional wideband tonal transparency, offering superior performance compared to electronic balancing circuits.
These are the same high-quality transformers utilized in our renowned Classic RM58 Limiter, Microphone Pre-Amplifiers, and the new Rack Mounted 2U Version of the 456HD Stereo. The inclusion of true balanced transformer inputs and outputs allows this unit to be seamlessly integrated into a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) hard insert without any signal degradation or loss.
It's important to note that modern electronically balanced inputs are, in fact, differential inputs. This design can sometimes lead to signal level loss issues when dealing with unbalanced sources. By implementing both balanced input and output transformers, an optimal and reliable interface is achieved within your signal processing chain, ensuring signal integrity and performance.
Specifications:
- Brand: Roger Mayer
- Model: 456HD 500X Vintage Model
- Power Requirements: +16.2V DC at 125mA regulated
- Output Level: +4dBu or 3.5V peak Transformer Balanced
- Weight: 700g
- Controls : Input, Bias, Trim
- Input Level: Nominal -20dB to +4db Transformer Balanced
- Dimensions: 38.1mm W x 185mm D x 44mm H
- Condition: New
