Bellari RP583 Studio Tube Compressor/Limiter

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* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

"This thing is so much fun!"

Feature:
All the controls are laid out in a concise way. At first it seems a little weird to have the "output" knob on the left, because I personally see it as the last stage of the unit's internal signal path. But the knobs are nice and big, the meters are quite readable, and all the stuff you expect - including XLR connections and sidechain - are present.

Quality:
I am weary about taking a tube-based unit with me anywhere. But nevertheless this thing seems to be built like a tank.

Value:
This is the least expensive dual tube preamp I know of. It does not excel at subtle compression (but it is capable). This would be good for somebody who uses several compressors in a recording setup and would like some variety, or a software musician who has access to decent software compressors and would like a little outboard analog warmth and craziness.

Desirability:
What a great retro look. I just love the thing in my rack.

Sound:
I really like the unique sound of this compressor. It is one of the least expensive tube units you can buy, and perhaps as a result of this it is not smooth and transparent. It pumps, it distorts... but it's very controllable. Yes it can be used for subtle compression as well, but there are other compressors more suitable for that.

Support:
I leave this at "10" to not hurt the overall score... I have never needed to contact the manufacturer.

Overall:
I will never part with this unit. It is a welcome part of my arsenal. There are better sounding compressors that cost twice as much. There are also less flexible compressors that cost twice as much. The RP583 fills a compression void somewhere in between cheap solid-state compressors and ultra-rude Joe Meek type stuff.

Submitted: 11/24/2004

Style of Music: electro dance weird stuff

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Bellari RP583 Compressor Customer Review

Feature:
The unit face says limiter as well, although limiting is not what I expected. I didn't purchase for the limiting feature, which is fine. That feature doesn't work as I expected.

Quality:
I own 4 products from this company. Really reliable stuff.

Value:
Great price for the product

Sound:
Great compression while still maintaining fantastic quality even on heavy compression settings

Support:
Haven't had any problem I couln't solve myself.

Submitted: 12/15/2003

Style of Music: all forms of club music

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This compressor/limiter features solid-state input and output buffering only, 1/4 in. and XLR inputs and outputs, calibrated and accurate meters, and side chain for direct access to detector circuits. It also has a versatile compression range. It goes into gear for both subtle compression-like vocal or program material and hard compression-like instrumental work.

Features
All-tube gain circuitry with proper high-voltage plate voltages.

Solid-state input and output buffering only.

1/4 in. and XLR inputs and outputs.

Calibrated, accurate meters.

Smooth, lively tube sound.

Side chain for direct access to detector circuits.

Technical Info

Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 40 kHz

Input Impedance: 10K Ohms balanced, 1M Ohms unbalanced

S/N Ratio: 90 dB

Indicators: 2 Active LEDs, 2 Analog Meters

Input/Output jacks: XLR balanced, 1/4 in. unbalanced, Side Chain 1/4 in. unbalanced

Dimensions: 3.5 x 6 x 19 in. (89 x 162 x 482mm)

Weight: 6 lbs. (2.72 kg)

Power: 120VAC (230VAC) 15VA
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