The VSC-3 is the legal successor of the VSC-2, which now is a modern classic and can be found in many top class studios around the world.
\nVertigo Sound spent a lot of effort making a good product even better. The VSC-3 can do all the tricks the VSC-2 is known and loved for plus a bunch of new features and options.
\nThe VSC-3 is still named QUAD DISCRETE COMPRESSOR because it`s topology stays the same.
\nIt is so named, because it uses 4 VCAs built using only discrete components. It\u2019s design is a nod toward the best VCA based compressors of the 70s and 80s.
\nThe Vertigo VCA is in fact named 1979. Some of the best features of these classic Compressors have been complimented in the VSC.
\nThis classic based topology is combined with a modern mastering grade signal path. Some unique and innovative features lie beneath the bonnet, such as the ratio which increases with level in \u2018Soft\u2019 mode.<\/p>\n
FEATURES<\/p>\n
Dual Mono, True Stereo SC & Mono summed SC functionality
\nswitchable to RMS or PEAK Detection
\nDual – Mono, no shared contols – Mid side capability
\nStereo and Mono SC Mode Channel A controls become master
\nThe Stereo signal is phase coherent under all settings
\nNo phase shift or L-R problems can occur due to the innovative SC design
\nSignal path is of Mastering quality
\nReal stereo mode! Channel A is stereo master
\nThere is a minimum of circuitry with a hard relay bypass
\nSettings from Soft Knee (Soft=TipToe) to Hard Knee (Brick)
\nThe Ratio selection switch compensates to provide equal loudness, allowing immediate comparison
\nEasy to recall! All parameters are detented (optional for Threshold & Makeup)
\nWide selection of time constants. You can choose between 10 Attack and Release settings
\nSlow and fast Auto release Mode
\nSide chain High Pass Filters with two switchable frequencies are provided onboard
\n20 segment gainreduction bargraph meter for each channel 0,25dB to 20dB
\nHandsome parameter control via customized scale ranges
\nInternal components are of the ultimate quality, modified where necessary
\nA Toroid transformer ensures no PSU noise
\nThe \u20181979\u2019 VCA is made of individual components, no Integrated Circuits
\nEncased in a ceramic material for thermal stability
\nDiscrete VCA adds vintage character to the sound
\nThe harder it compresses the more it colours
\nThis VCA delivers Real Analogue punch
\nA Cinemag transformer and a state of the art line-out driver complete the picture by providing perfectly balanced In and Outs<\/p>\n
THE HEART OF THE VSC-3<\/p>\n
THE DISCRETE VCA 1979
\n99% of all newer designs use an I-ntegrated C-ircuit for this job which makes production easy and cost extensive. Here\u2018s the big difference!<\/p>\n
The Vertigo Sound 1979 is a fully discrete V-oltage C-ontrolled A-mplifier. This VCA colours the signal the more you compress and \u201eMake Up\u201c the output. This basic effect plus a very well thought out circuitry and choice of components gives you a fresh, punchy precise sound without sounding dull or nasty even if the unit is pushed hard.<\/p>\n
THE CONCEPT OF THE VSC-3
\nThe Quad Discrete Compressor uses four discrete 1979 VCAs in it\u2019s two channels. Each channel has one VCA in the Audio Path and another in the sidechain. In Stereo SC Mode both sidechains are fully active; they are not summed together. The higher signal peak on either channel results in equal compression of both.<\/p>\n
In Stereo SC Mode the VSC-2 reacts even to out of phase signal peaks without image shift. This is a unique innovation, far removed from simple Stereo Linking. The precision of this technique makes the Vertigo ideally suited for Mastering and Mix Bus compression. The Mono SC Mode is the exact opposite and is primarly designed to work in combination with RMS or for effect compression.With Dual Mode each channel has entirely separate controls and metering.<\/p>\n
Crosstallk is less than minus 100dB, like two separate units!<\/p>\n
THE SPECS OF THE VSC-3
\nTechnical Specifications
\nTrue Stereo SC \/Mono summed SC\/ Dual Mono switchable
\nCinemag Balanced In. That 1646 out
\nDynamic Range: 115 db
\nFrequency response: 10 Hz \u2026 70 kHz at -3dB gainreduction
\nMax. Output Level: + 27 dBu \/ 600 Ohm balanced floating
\nSignal to Noise Ratio at + 6 dBu = 97 db (20..20 kHz, unweighted, RMS)
\nNoise: \u2013 91 dBu (20 Hz \u2013 22 khz \u2013 unweighted, RMS) @ 0 db Unity Gain
\nCrosstalk between channels: > 100 db at any frequency
\nPower consumption: max 12 Watts<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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\nVertigo Sound spent a lot of effort making a good product even better. The VSC-3 can do all the tricks the VSC-2 is known and loved for plus a bunch of new features and options.
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