Rupert Neve Designs Portico 542
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Price without VAT: €784,30
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Overview & Tech Specs
Overview & Tech Specs
The Rupert Neve Designs Portico 542 is a premium 500-series module designed for professionals seeking exceptional tape emulation and harmonic enhancement. Building on the acclaimed Portico 5042, the 542 adds expanded creative control with innovative features, making it a go-to solution for studio environments of the highest caliber.
Key Features
- True Tape Circuitry: Achieves authentic tape saturation using a magnetic "record head" for natural compression and warmth.
- Soft Clip Function: Tames transients and enhances second-order harmonics for a smooth, musical sound.
- Silk & Texture Control: Fine-tune harmonic content and tonality with three transformer tones, including Red Silk for mid and high-frequency saturation.
- Pre/Post Tape Blend: Adjust the mix of signals for precise control over saturation.
- Adjustable Tape Speeds: Select between 15 IPS and 30 IPS for unique tonal characteristics.
- Flexible Gain Control: +/-12 dB input level adjustment to optimize signal integrity.
Specifications
- Frequency Response: ±0.25 dB from 5Hz to 60kHz; -2 dB @ 120kHz.
- THD+N: Less than 0.0025% at 1kHz, +20 dBu.
- Maximum Output Level: +23.25 dBu.
- Power: Requires 110-125 mA @ ±16V DC from a 500-series rack.
- Noise Performance: Better than -100 dBu unweighted.
Applications
Ideal for adding depth, character, and vintage warmth to any audio source, from vocals to instruments. Perfect for use in professional studios, mixing, and mastering workflows.
Delivery & Returns
Delivery & Returns
Delivery timing depends on the product’s availability status:
- In Store
Available at our Rotterdam store and shipped the same day when ordered before 15:00. - In Warehouse
Available from our warehouse. The estimated dispatch or delivery timeframe is shown next to the product availability. - For Backorder
The product can be ordered, but availability and delivery timing may vary. Please contact our team for product-specific information. - Pre-Order
The product is not yet available for immediate dispatch. Please contact our team for the latest expected availability date.
All available shipping methods, costs and estimated delivery times are shown at checkout.
Returns
Eligible unused products can be returned within 14 days of delivery. Products must be returned in their original condition, including all accessories and original packaging.
Some exclusions may apply, including opened software or custom orders. Please contact us before returning an item so we can provide the correct instructions.
If your order arrives damaged or incorrect, contact us as soon as possible with photos of the product and packaging. We’ll help arrange the appropriate replacement, repair or refund.
Warranty & Support
Warranty & Support
All new products include a 2-year warranty.
If you experience a fault, contact our team with your order number and a description of the issue. We’ll help troubleshoot the problem and, where necessary, arrange a repair, replacement or warranty claim.
The warranty does not cover accidental damage, misuse, normal wear and tear, incorrect installation or unauthorised repairs.
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