Audio engineers and music producers looking to impart Class-A tone and color characteristics to their recordings will appreciate the MIA Laboratories Musiqual BLUE MkII, a signal processing software plug-in that delivers vivid Class-A flavor reminiscent of the warm, fat, and smooth sound of classic audio gear.

The Musiqual BLUE MKII consists of a single-band EQ with 16 carefully selected and tuned frequency bands, a harmonic distortion component, and a compressor, recreating the sound of highly revered analog gear. The Musiqual BLUE MKII is Windows and Mac compatible and works with most DAWs utilizing AAX, AU, and VST3 plug-in formats.

Class-A Design for Color and Tone    16 Carefully Selected EQ Bands    Class-A Harmonic Distortion    Class-A Flavored Compression    Fast Acting, Forward Depth of Field    Asymmetrical Clipping    Fixed Attack and Release Compressor    Mac and Windows Compatible    AAX (64-Bit), AU, VST3

• Musiqual Blue’s EQ offers 16 carefully selected bands to choose from, representing the key frequencies when it comes to Class-A gear. Each band comes with a designated Color algorithm, enhancing this unit's character and allowing for more musical and Class A-flavored equalization.
• Similar to fast Class-A preamps, Musiqual Blue also tends to bring sounds forward in terms of perceived depth of field.
• The harmonic distortion component recreates the asymmetrical clipping, typically found in Class-A circuits. It provides the characteristic sound of an overdriven Class-A circuit, allowing the user to conveniently control the amount of distortion introduced to the signal.
• The compressor is specifically tuned to complement the Class-A character of this unit. It has fixed attack and release settings and allows for easy control of the amount of compression applied to the sound.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is the older non Bluetooth version compatible with this mkII version?

A: Yes, one can sync between Tentacle Sync models using a 3.5mm cable when a wireless sync model is not present.

Q: 2. Can I run a singular Sync E to a Rolls RA163 distro amp and then use it to send timecode to 3 other devices?

A: No. The Tentacle Sync E mkII Timecode Generator needs to be connected directly to the device that you will be sending timecode to.

Q: 3. Can it be powered with external dc input?

A: It is charged by micro USB. You can continuously power the Tentacle Sync via the USB port to an portable battery bank.

Q: 4. Does this affect the audio I get through the MI shoe on a Sony A7SIII using the ECM-W2BT?

A: The Tentacle Sync E mkII Timecode Generator with Bluetooth 5.0 would use one channel of audio to record timecode info. Audio timecode is recorded on the left channel, while the scratch audio of the Sync E is recorded on the right channel. A solution like the Tentacle Sync E would be used for an external audio recorder, and you would not be recording audio in camera. The A7SIII has four audio channels to work with, so you should still be able to use your Hot Shoe mic. SONY A7SIII Audio channels: https://bit.ly/4984FH7

Q: 5. Will this sync a Ninja V recorder monitor?

A: Yes, the Tentacle Sync E can sync an Atomos Ninja V.

Q: 6. Does this do audio timecode too?

A: The Tentacle Sync E mkII Timecode Generator with Bluetooth 5.0 (Single Set) can generate time code for both cameras and audio recorders/mixers.

Q: 7. Can you lock the rotator so it wont rotate?

A: You would need to purchase an anti-twist plate accessory.

Q: 8. Does this unit outputs Timecode so I can sync jam my camera? So I can us Tentacle as the master or main timecode generator.

A: Yes, the Tentacle Sync Sync E Mk2 Timecode Generator with Bluetooth is capable of acting as the master time-code generator.

Q: 9. If I am using two RED Komodos and a MixPre-3 II simultaneously, can I get away with one unit?

A: Sure, you can use a single Tentacle Sync E mkII Timecode Generator with Bluetooth 5.0 (Single Set) to jam sync multiple devices.

Q: 10. Will this work on a Black Magic Pocket Camera when recording in RAW mode?What about in ProRes?

A: This is a much faster card then what is normally needed for the Pocket which is Class UHS-1. Be sure to format the card in your computer first and you will be set with either.