Focusrite's Liquid Channel is an excellent design in which 40 different classic preamps/compressors have been sonically sampled to create a variety of characteristics and coloring. I tried some vocal tracks with a Neumann U87 ( the recommended mic according to manual) and was pleasantly surprised. I just stuck with the SSL modeling and it was awesome!
There are some tube pre/comp models available. However, seeing that there is no real tube in the unit, I tended to stay away from those settings. Another important feature that makes this a unique piece of equipment is the Harmonics knob. This control allows the user to add color or warmth to the model being used. This can creates a natural break up or distortion to the track which, on my project, was a desired effect. Before I used this piece I was a little skeptical about the whole idea. In use, it sounded great and provided lots of options.
Furthermore, the Liquid Channel is very easy to use and the fact that you don't have to hook together three different units makes the device very convenient as well.
Please read about the Liquid Technology here.
Reviewed byMatt Puryear (Chili Cold BLood)Rock n Roll Rentals is an authorized Focusrite dealer
