The Rupert Neve Designs Portico II Master Buss Processor is Mr. Neve's gift to your stereo mix. Based around the high-voltage discrete topology of the 5088 console, the MBP packs two channels of compression, limiting, and stereo field processing into a tidy 2U chassis. This immensely versatile box can switch between feed-forward and feedback with RMS or Peak detection for the compressor, essentially giving you four compressors with totally different tonalities and sound shaping abilities. RND's signature "Silk" mode with variable texture control lets you dial in as much or as little harmonic enhancement as you desire. An intelligent, transparent limiter with adaptive release follows, letting you pump up the volume or catch ugly overs without totally folding in half when it kicks into high gear. At the tail end of the Master Buss Processor is the Stereo Field Editor, a souped-up Mid/Side section that lets you easily manipulate the stereo picture and spatial relationships within a mix -- an incredible tool for mastering applications.