elysia / xpressor | neo qube

This new version of the xpressor boasts improved sound quality and performance thanks to various updates, including a 41-step potentiometer and a redesigned front panel! It's a Class A stereo VCA compressor that can also be used for mastering.

*Scheduled for release on January 1, 2023

■Features

? Class A stereo VCA compressor for recording, mixing, and mastering

? Clear, open sound with punchy, fast transients

? All-new front panel design and high-quality haptics

? Smooth control response with RMS detector and soft knee curve

? Wide range of applications for various music genres

? Ideal for all applications, including single signals, groups, and master buses

■Functions

Auto Fast

Inspired by higher-end models, this switchable semi-automatic setting allows you to always set the perfect attack based on user-defined values.

Negative Ratio

The compression curve curves downwards. Ideal for heavy pumping, backing, and other very cool compression effects.

Gain Reduction Limiter

This unique limiter, instead of being placed in the audio path as usual, limits the compressor's control voltage.

Warm Mode

The xpressor|neo offers a second switchable sound flavor by altering the frequency spectrum, harmonics, and tone.

Onboard Parallel Compression

Simply turn the mix controller to blend the direct and compressed signals in any relationship.

Stepped Controller

All potentiometers on the xpressor|neo have 41 steps. You can quickly and accurately recall previous sessions.

■Specifications

* Noise Floor: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (A-weighted) -91.0 dBu

* Dynamic Range: 20 Hz - 22 kHz 112 dB

* Maximum Input Level: +21 dBu

* Maximum Output Level: +21 dBu

* Dimensions (W×H×D): 104 mm x 133 mm x 188 mm

* Weight: 1.46 kg

■ Differences from the Previous Model

* 41-step potentiometer makes it suitable for mastering applications.

* Distortion rate, especially at 100% mix, is 0.02%, less than half that of the xpressor.

* Improved operability with a new front panel design.

* Significantly improved sound quality with a new circuit configuration.