Köln, Germany
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Real tube saturation with four analog vacuum tubesUSB-C connection for direct workflow with the DAWControl via proprietary VST plug-inFull automation of all analog parametersInstant preset recall without manual rebuildingTwo gain stages per channel for precise tone shapingProcessing of two stereo signals simultaneouslyProcessing of up to four mono signals in parallelEight multi-mode hardware filters for flexible sound shapingTilt balance between the tubes for finer harmonicsAuto gain compensation for consistent levels when saturatingEight freely assignable controls with direct hands-on accessColor display for quick and clear operationAnalog coloration suitable for mastering from subtle to aggressiveOptional rackmount kit for permanent studio integrationFreqport FreqTube FT1Real tube saturation with USB-C, VST control and preset recallThe FreqTube FT1 is not just another saturation plug-in clone but an unusually smart hybrid of real analogue hardware and digital workflow. Here, four real vacuum tubes work in a compact piece of hardware that connects directly to your DAW via USB-C. The result is exactly what many producers, engineers and sound engineers have wanted for years: real tube warmth, real harmonics and real drive, but without the usual fiddling with complex analogue routing.The FT1 brings the character of classic tube circuits into modern productions without taking you out of the creative flow. Instead of complicated cabling, you get direct access, full automation, presets and instant recall. This is exactly what makes it so exciting for everyday studio work, sound design and mix bus experiments. Analogue sounds better when it doesn't slow you downAnalogue signal processing is coveted because it does things that digital emulations often only approximate: saturation, warmth, density, harmonics, dirt, depth and movement. The problem has often been the workflow. External Hardware sounds great, but it costs time, space and concentration.The FreqTube FT1 turns this concept around. It delivers true analogue tube saturation but can be controlled like a modern plug-in. So you no longer have to choose between convenience and sound. You can work directly, automate, save and continue later in exactly the same place.Four real tubes, two gain stages, much more than just distortionAt the heart of the FT1 are four real tubes, divided into two sets of two tubes each. This creates two gain stages per channel with full attenuation. In practice, this means significantly more control over colour, saturation and harmonic distribution.The FT1 is therefore not just a distortion box. It is more of an analogue colour box with a broad sound spectrum. You can subtly thicken a vocal, add a harmonic shimmer to pads, roughen up drums or push an 808 far into brute overdrive territory. From subtle to completely broken, a lot is possible here. New features: true analog hardware with VST convenienceFull VST control and automationThe FT1 is controlled via the included proprietary VST plug-in. This allows you to automate all control parameters directly in the DAW and adjust them precisely to your song progression. This is one of the biggest differences to classic outboard hardware because you can not only use analogue saturation but also perform like a modern plug-in.Preset recall without rebuildingAs soon as you have found a sound, you can save it as Preset and recall it immediately later. No photographing hardware settings, no frantic readjustments, and no "was the Drive at 2 o'clock or 3 o'clock?". The FT1 brings true zero-recall convenience to an analogue setup.Multi-instance analog processingThe FT1 is designed as a multi-instance Hardware plug-in. Thanks to the multiple analogue circuits, you can process two stereo signals simultaneously or up to four mono signals in parallel. This makes the device much more flexible in everyday use than many classic tube processors.Tilt balance for finer harmonic distributionThe FT1 also offers a tilt balance between the tubes, which allows the harmonic distribution to be fine-tuned even further. This gives you more control over character, weight and the perceived movement in the sound. Hands-on workflow instead of menu divingEven without a DAW, the FT1 remains pleasantly direct. The Hardware features eight freely assignable controls and a bright colour display that responds quickly and clearly. This allows you to touch the sound directly on the device instead of having to navigate through a plug-in with a mouse and menus.This is particularly powerful if you prefer to listen and tweak while producing instead of analysing too much. This makes the FT1 feel more like an instrument than a technical chore.For mixing, mastering, sound design and creative escalationThe FT1 can be very classy but also very dirty. This makes it suitable for very different production environments. A little analogue warmth on vocals, a little more presence on synths, additional harmonics on pads or uncompromising destruction on drums and 808s: the device doesn't want to be pinned down to one style.Whether acid house, alternative, pop, experimental, rock, hip-hop or bluegrass with a character problem – the FT1's main aim is to make your material sound more interesting. Worth knowing Many people immediately talk about "warmth" when it comes to analogue sound, but often something else is actually meant: more depth, more overtone movement, more grip in the mix. This is where the FT1 becomes interesting. It can not only add fat to material but also give it that hard-to-describe feeling that a signal suddenly sounds more lively and expensive. And precisely because these are real tubes, the result often feels less like an effect and more like character. Technical Specifications Power supply: 4 W DC power supply unitUse only with Freqport power supply unit:100 Vac to 240 Vac, 50/60 HzConnection: USB-CConverter: 32-bit DAC with 120 dB DNR and 32-bit ADC with 116 dB DNRControl panelColor display8 assignable controlsPower switchDimensions205 x 130 x 50 mmweight810 g
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