Rupert Neve Designs Portico 543 Mono Compressor Limiter

Rupert Neve Designs 543: 500 Series Compressor

Precision and Clarity in Every Mix

The Rupert Neve Designs 543 Compressor offers an unparalleled level of clarity and precision for tracking, mixing, and mastering. Its advanced features and transparent operation make it a go-to choice for professionals seeking unobtrusive yet powerful dynamic control.

Key Features:

• Versatile VCA Compression: High-quality, low noise VCA for dynamic control with minimal sonic imprint.
• Feed-Forward and Feed-Back Modes: Choose between modern and classic compressor responses.
• Peak/RMS Detection: Allows the compressor to respond accurately to both RMS and peak levels.
• Flexible Controls: Fully adjustable threshold, ratio, attack, and release for precise dynamic shaping.
• Side Chain HPF: High-pass filter at 250Hz for focused compression on mid and high frequencies.
• Stereo Linking: Link two 543 units for consistent stereo imaging.

Technical Specifications:

• Threshold Range: -30 dB to +20 dB, continuously variable.
• Ratio Range: 1.1:1 to 40:1 (Limit), continuously variable.
• Attack Time: 20ms to 75ms, continuously variable.
• Release Time: 100ms to 2.5s, continuously variable.
• THD+N: Better than 0.075% when engaged.
• Noise: Better than -98 dBu with compressor disengaged, -93 dBu engaged.
• Frequency Response: Flat up to 150kHz (-3 dB).

Professional Reviews:

• Greg Walker from Audio Technology highlights its transparency, calling it "the single most transparent compressor I have ever used."
• Hugh Robjohns of Sound On Sound emphasizes its effectiveness and versatility.
• Customers from Sweetwater applaud its smoothness and professional quality, with one noting it's the "best VCA compressor" they've used.