The Kramer HLS Channel from Waves is a plug-in that models the microphone preamp and EQ section of a '60s Helios mixing console. The plug-in was developed in association with producer/engineer Eddie Kramer, a prominent engineer at London's Olympic Studios and who used their Helios console during a period that yielded many classic rock n' roll recordings.

The unique behavior, coloration, and drive of the Helios console's preamps were modeled along with the equalizers, renowned for their sweet saturation, high-end presence, and fat low-frequency boost. For added authenticity the console's inherent noise and hum was also included. The plug-in also features a precision-modeled VU meter that recreates the sensitivity, ballistic behavior, look, and feel of the original.

Sound of a '60s Helios Console    Modeled EQ/Microphone Preamp    Modeled Microphone/Line Preamp Drive    64-bit Processing    AAX Native, RTAS, AudioSuite    Audio Units, VST    SoundGrid    Mac OS X, Windows

Modeled EQ/microphone preamp plug-in

Based on a rare '60s vintage Helios console

Modeled mic and line preamp drive

Developed in association with producer/engineer Eddie Kramer

Up to 24-bit/96 kHz resolution*

*Stereo not available at 96 kHz when using TDM

Mono and stereo components

SoundGrid license compatible with MultiRack Native, StudioRack Native, MultiRack SoundGrid, StudioRack SoundGrid, and eMotion ST Mixer

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this product connect with other consoles? For example, can you connect to the XR 18, LV1 system?

A: No. This is Fairlight and Resolve only.

Q: 2. after rec. a noisy broadcast ,what component in signal chain,to remove noise from tape be fore process in by computer ??

A: EQ would be the main component in repairing noisy audio. Izotope RX5 is the recommended product for use in broadcast and post production. it is a full suite of noise reduction and audio correction tools. It can be used as a standalone software or as a plug in via a host DAW.

Q: 3. Does this work with the Atem switchers. If it doesn't, what audio hardware would work with the ATEM's? so i don't have to use software.

A: As Blackmagic Design has written, The Blackmagic Design Fairlight Console Channel Fader Modular Control Surface, is only for use with Fairlight Consoles. An audio mixer control suface is supported as a MIDI device to communicate with an ATEM, when using the Mackie Control commands.

Q: 4. will this work with 32bit system?

A: The Waves Aphex Vintage Aural Exciter will work with both 32 bit and 64 bit systems.

Q: 5. If I buy this item what other equipment should I purchase to create a tactile control experience as if still in tube world?

A: You may consider the Icon Pro Audio Platform M+ Audio and MIDI Control Surface for DAWs and Plug-Ins, BH #ICPLATFORMMP. This controller has 8 touch-sensitive motorized faders, knobs and a jog wheel shuttle, for the tactile feel of an audio console..

Q: 6. 1.) Would this work well to use as a line mixer to bring synths into DAW interface? Is this mixer quiet, both in audio path as well as in a control room (i.e.: fan noise)?

A: This is an excellent low-noise analog mixer very suitable for your proposed application with synths.

Q: 7. Does this have USB Type PC Connectivity ?

A: The Yamaha MGP32X will not interface with a computer. The USB connector is to record to a flash drive or playback from an iPhone iPad.

Q: 8. Does this item have Wi-Fi or Bluetooth capability?

A: As is the ikan IDX-096 96 Channel DMX Console is dmx cable only. But one can add wireless receives and transmitters to it like most DMX control boards. This is an example of one, https://bhpho.to/3pYf47i .

Q: 9. Does this have DAW control from the USB?

A: You can archive performances with the record function that allows direct recording to a conventional USB storage device, but this mixer does not offer DAW control through USB.

Q: 10. Where I can find it made from USA or Japan?

A: The Yamaha MGP24X is manufactured in INDONESIA.