Stam Sa-4000 mk3 with British MOD included: 2 big Carnhill transformers + BAE283 output cards for that NEVE sound. Mix BLEND! And 2 VCA options:

E Series (1979) – aggressive and punchy

Based on an exact replica of the E Series console from 1979, we designed the SA4000 MK3 with not two but four SA-202C cans, two in the gain reduction circuit and two on the sidechain of the unit. While in theory this should not affect the audio path, the outcome was remarkable, the kick drum and snare, as well as the mid frequencies popped out like we had never heard before on a 4K, making it the ideal and perfect drum bus compressor.

G Series (1986) – smooth and musical

An exact replica of the G series center section introduced in 1987. The 4000 G console, is legendary for creating what engineers call “The Glue.” It is arguably the most famous master bus compressor in recording history. Unlike the E series it retained the 202C gold cans on the gain reduction circuit but used VCA chips on the sidechain.

The “British” mod adds two Carnhill output transformers together with two BA283 output cards, which are used on the output section of the classic 1073 preamps and channel strips; making it the perfect way to add low-end and effortlessly warm up a mix.

Stam audio Philosophy

At Stam, we do many things differently, and one of them is that our ears are the ultimate decision makers. We spend thousands of hours listening to every component and circuit change despite science and engineering telling us that it should bear no difference in the tone of a unit. More frequently than not our theoretical knowledge is proven wrong.

The SA-202C is an identical and fully discrete reproduction of the original VCA cans used on every single desk from the 80’s. They impart a unique coloration and rich harmonic distortion, which led these desks to be recognized for two things: glue and character. Each Stam Audio SA-202C is built in the same old fashion as the original, with a complex system to hand match the very same transistors and values. A full day is spent just building matched pairs.