Empirical Labs Releases Feature Packed DocDerr module
West Milford, NJ – Empirical Labs is pleased to announce the DocDerr, a brand new API 500 series multi-purpose channel strip. This breakthrough tone enhancement module houses six different sections of digitally controlled analog processing at an extremely affordable price point.
A super low-noise preamp capable of line or 16 dB of “instrument” gain is followed by four sections of EQ offering one selectable high pass and three parametric bands. The dynamics section provides renowned Empirical Labs compression at an unprecedented price, as well as a tape emulation circuit to soften high frequencies and clips. A “Mix” knob allows the user to blend the uncompressed EQ’s signal with the compressed and saturated signal. Inputs and outputs are DC coupled, and the output can be switched between single ended or differential, yielding + 6dB of gain. A “Bad!” hard clip indicator monitors most every section for internal clipping.
“I thought it would be easier to bring this product to market; however, with all the processing inside, it’s taken over a year to get to the WOW stage,” says ELI founder and designer Dave Derr. “But finally, all the processors in it work organically, are super musical, and foolproof to use.”
The DocDerr model EL-Rx will be available with either horizontal or vertically oriented front panel configurations.
Empirical Labs Inc. (ELI) is a New Jersey-based company that designs and produces professional audio equipment and software for creative professionals. ELI products are made with one simple philosophy that drives the company and continues their success: “We want to make products that work a little easier, a little better, and a lot longer - and make sure they are fun to use."