The Rupert
Neve 5059 Satellite Summing Mixer delivers the high-headroom, custom
transformer sound made famous by Rupert Neve's designs for the past 50
years. The 5059 Satellite offers more pro-studio integration features
and flexible sonics dual-topology sound quality than most any other
unit... and all in 2 rack units.
Built
around many of the topologies and custom transformers made famous with
the 5088 mixer and Portico II Series, the Rupert Neve 5059 Satellite
16x2+2 Summing Mixer is designed to deliver the ultimate "out of the
box" sonics and ergonomics in a 2U, rack-mountable chassis. Each 5059
features 16 channels with individual level, pan, inserts, stereo-2
sends, and master texture controls, providing easy integration with
outboard equipment, complete control for two separate stem mixes, and
the ability to dial in analogue mojo in two modes. With the same sonic
heritage as mixers used to create countless hit records, the 5059
Satellite Mixer reinvigorates lifeless digital tracks with the legendary
warmth and presence of a Rupert Neve design.
The Signature of ExcellenceThe
most important element of the 5059 is its legendary sound. The keys to
the sonic prowess of the 5059 are the custom transformers and true
class-A topologies found within. The class-A topologies in the 5059 have
been fine-tuned over a number of years to provide exceptional sonic
performance and virtually eliminate cross-over distortion. When combined
with Mr. Rupert Neve's transformer design and implementation, the 5059
achieves a remarkable purity, while also conveying the signature warmth
and larger-than-life sound reminiscent of Rupert's classic designs.
Making Connections
One
of the major issues of mixing in the box is utilizing high quality
analogue outboard equipment. Channel inserts are provided in the 5059 to
streamline interconnections with analogue outboard equipment and to
allow for further expansions of the 5059's capabilities. By connecting a
second 5059 to the insert outputs of a 5059, the dual stereo outputs
can be used as a way to add 4 auxes to each of the 16 channels.
From Clean to Colored and Everywhere in BetweenEvery
mix demands its own treatment; continuously variable Texture controls
with Silk and Silk+ modes allow the engineer to fine tune the harmonic
ratio and tonality of each stereo send of the 5059, or leave each mix
pristine. The Silk mode accentuates the transformer saturation in the
high frequencies to add a "sparkle" to tracks. The Silk + mode
accentuates the saturation of the low frequencies to add thickness and
density to any source - especially useful for dry, somewhat anemic
mixes. Unlike EQ, the texture control saturates the output transformers,
and adds musical harmonics to the source material according to the
amount of texture applied.
Stem It or Sum ItAside
from providing aux functionality with a second 5059 module, the dual
stereo outputs of the 5059 are generally used for creating stem mixes.
These stem mixes can be enhanced using the Silk / Texture controls on
the 5059, then processed by buss compressors or other devices, and fed
into inputs of another mixer or an ADC.
With 16 channels of Rupert
Neve designed class-A magic and numerous tonal and routing options, the
5059 Satellite mixer will elevate your DAW-based studio's sound and
performance to new heights.
Rupert Neve 5059 Satellite Summing Mixer Features
- Texture:
Continuously variable control for Silk and Silk+ modes allows the
engineer to fine tune the harmonic ratio and tonality of both stereo
outputs.
- New Class-A Topologies: With zero crossover distortion and unmatched purity, the 5059 sets the standard for rack-mountable summing mixers
- Custom Transformers: Beyond providing galvanic isolation, the custom transformers in the 5059 are a key ingredient to its larger than life sound.
- Dual Stereo Outputs: Split the input channels into two stems for further processing and mixing.
- Channel Level: Individual level controls are provided for each channel of the 5059 when adjustment is required.
- Channel Pan: Individual pan controls are provided on each channel of the 5059 with a 3dB pan law.
- Master Output Level: Level controls are provided for each of the stereo outputs.
Rupert Neve 5059 Satellite Summing Mixer Specifications
- Frequency Response:
- 100K Load, +/- 0.1dB from 20Hz to 20kHz: -3dB @ 3.5Hz / 185kHz
- Noise:
- IEC-A-Weighted
- Buss Outputs: -106dBV
- Single Channel assigned @ -∞: -104dBV
- Single Channel assigned @ Unity: 103dBV
- Single Channel assigned @ +10dB -100dBV
- Un-weighted, 22Hz 22kHz
- Buss Outputs:
- Single Channel assigned @ -∞: -101dBV
- Single Channel assigned @ Unity: -100dBV
- Single Channel assigned @ +10dB -97dBV
- Signal to Noise:
- +20dBu output un-weighted, 22 22kHz: 116dB
- +20dBu output, IEC A weighted: 119dB
- +4dBu output unweighted, 22 22kHz: 100dB
- +4dBu output, IEC A weighted: 103dB
- Output Level:
- Summing Busses to XLR outputs, Maximum Output Level, 20Hz to 40kHz: +26dBu
- Single Channel to Buss, Maximum Output Level, 20Hz to 40kHz: +24.5dBu
- Total Harmonic Distortion and Noise:
- 1kHz @+20dBu output: better than 0.003%
- 20Hz @+20dBu output: better than 0.005%
- Total Harmonic Distortion, Silk Engaged:
- Blue Silk 100Hz @+20dBu output, texture control 12 oclock: 0.2% typical
- Blue
Silk 100Hz @+20dBu output, texture control fully CW: 0.65% typical
Red Silk 100Hz @+20dBu output, texture control 12 oclock: 0.1%
typical
- Red Silk 100Hz @+20dBu output, texture control fully CW: 0.35% typical
- Slew Rate: 4V/uS
- Crosstalk:
- Buss1 to Buss2:
- 1kHz: Better than -90dB
- 10kHz: Better than -70dB
- Power Consumption:
- AC Mains, 100VAC to 240VAC, 50/60Hz: 45 Watts
- Fuses not user accessible, internal on power supplies
- Size/Weight:
- Size: 3.5H (2U), 19W, 8D
- Weight: 23lbs
- Shipping size: 22 x 17 x 8
- Shipping Weight: 25lbs
Rupert Neve 5059 Satellite Summing Mixer Includes
- 5059 Satellite
- IEC Power Cable
- Manual & Literature