Heritage Audio Herchild is established as the industry reference for Vari-Mu Fairchild tube-based compression all over the world. Now with the Herchild Model 660 The Ardent Edition, you can experience the legendary sound of Ardent Studios with modified attack and release times, to perfectly match Ardent's original units—first used to track Jimmy Page's acoustic guitars on Led Zeppelin III. The Model 660 is a single-channel compressor that features 11 tubes and 5 transformers to ensure the absolute highest quality possible.

While remaining true to the original in terms of response and sound, the Model 660 offers new practical features for today's production workflow including direct access to the continuously variable slope control (DC Threshold) and a side-chain filter (SC Filter). The Herchild Model 660 The Ardent Edition will be produced only on request, in an ultralimited edition hand-made in Heritage Audio's factory in Madrid, Spain.

Vari-Mu Fairchild Tube Compression    Modified Ardent Attack and Release Times    11 Tubes, 5 Transformers    Continuously Variable Slope/DC Threshold    Side-Chain Filter    Handmade, Heritage Audio, Madrid, Spain

• For almost 60 years, Ardent Studio has been a special creative space for a diverse and world-renowned clientele of recording artists such as Led Zeppelin, Sam and Dave, ZZ Top, R.E.M., Isaac Hayes, The Staple Singers, Stevie Ray Vaughan, BB King, The Bar-Kays, The White Stripes, Big Star, Bob Dylan, The Raconteurs, The Gin Blossoms, Stevie Wonder, Steve Earle, Smashing Pumpkins, The Allman Brothers.
• It's been home to a wide range of unique and talented producers and engineers, and has witnessed the creation of many timeless recordings that have influenced the direction of modern music and music production.

• Ardent’s team modified the attack and release times of their original Fairchild units in the early '70s, so that the time constants were faster and therefore more usable for modern recording studios at the time.
• After receiving the pencil-on-paper notes from the original modifications, the Heritage Audio team has worked together with Ardent to acurately replicate the time constants of the original.

• A faithful reproduction of the original, the Herchild Model 660 is packed with 11 tubes and 5 transformers. It operates at a very high voltage and uses only the best components to deliver the utmost quality possible.
• This is immediately recognized during use as there are no audible thumps produced. And with extremely low distortion and noise, this compressor is perfect for mixing and mastering duties.

• Direct access to the continuously variable slope control (DC Threshold). On the original, this control was only available via an inconvenient screw adjustment hidden from immediate access.
• Side-chain filter with four different frequencies to choose from to precisely tailor your compression.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is a good boom pole for a mic like this?

A: I only use mine mounted in a flash shoe either on camera or on my camera platform. The attached cable is about 18 long. Unless you buy an extension cable a pole won't work.

Q: 2. max payload?

A: Unfortunately, a max payload for this clamp is not published. However, it is capable of holding frames up to 78 x 78".

Q: 3. Will this microphone work with a Vixia G21?

A: Yes, it will.

Q: 4. diameter tubes in cm/inch?

A: 28mm is 2.8cm.

Q: 5. What is the CRI for this Lighthouse?

A: As per the manufacturer, this product has a CRI rating of 90+ with a color temperature of 5600 Kelvin.

Q: 6. Can you attach a camera?

A: Yes as long as your camera body is not a heavy pro body.

Q: 7. Can you hook up a camera to it with the right adapters?

A: You will need (2) items. The Celestron SLR (35mm OR Digital) Camera Adapter for All Refractor and Reflector Telescopes which Accept 1.25" Eyepieces - Requires Camera-Specific T-Mount Adapter BH #CETA1.25 • MFR #93625 to attach to the scope and the appropriate T-mount for the make and model of the camera you wish to mount.

Q: 8. Does the SD Card record each channel individually and what is the highest quality files that it generates? 192? 160?

A: This has a 24 track recorder built in with sample rates and resolutions up to 48kHz at 24bit.

Q: 9. Does this work with a 4'x6' Sun-Swatter? The size of the pole is 22mm.

A: Yes this can work with the Sunbounce 4 x 6 Sun Swatter.

Q: 10. Can this be used for audio from Android to headphones?

A: Yes the Saramonic 3.5mm TRS Female to USB Type-C Adapter Cable for Mono/Stereo Audio to Android (3") can be used for audio from Android to headphones.