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88R LBC

$1,545.00 CAD
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Description

The Neve 88R LBC is a premium 500-series compressor/limiter that brings the acclaimed dynamics and sonic clarity of the legendary 88RS console into a compact, studio-friendly format. Designed for modern engineers who seek precision and musicality, the 88R LBC delivers true VCA compression, offering the same punch, transparency, and headroom that have defined Neve’s flagship consoles in iconic studios like Abbey Road and AIR.

At its core, the 88R LBC features a precision VCA topology, Auto Make-Up Gain for intuitive operation, and adaptive attack with intelligent auto-release, allowing effortless control over transients and dynamics. A standout feature is its group compression capability, enabling multiple units to share a common sidechain when linked via a compatible 500-series chassis which delivers authentic console-style bus compression with per-channel adjustability.

Specifications

General Specifications
Device Type: 500-Series VCA Compressor
Model: Neve 88R LBC
Topology: True Neve 88RS VCA Compressor Circuit
Format: 500-Series (VPR Alliance Compliant)
Origin: Hand-Crafted in Burnley, England

Compression & Control Features
Compression Type: Precision VCA
Auto Make-Up Gain: Yes, Intelligent Level Compensation
Group Link: Multi-Unit Sidechain Bus Linking (500-Series Chassis Dependent)
Sidechain Filter: Selectable – Off / 80 Hz / 125 Hz / 300 Hz
Compression Ratio: Variable from 1.5:1 to Full Limiting
Gain Reduction Range: Up to 50 dB
Adaptive Attack: Dual-Circuit Adaptive
Auto Release: Intelligent Triple-Time-Constant

Performance Specifications
Headroom: +27.9 dBu @ 1 kHz (0.1% THD)
THD+N: < 0.008%
Noise Floor: -89 dBu (bypassed: < -117 dBu)
Frequency Response: ±0.1 dB
Dynamic Range: >114 dB
Input Impedance: ≈24 kΩ
Output Impedance: ≈50 Ω

Metering
LED Meters: Dual – Input/Output and Gain Reduction

Power & Dimensions
Power Consumption: <100 mA RMS / <120 mA Surge
Dimensions (H × W × D): 132 × 38 × 145 mm (5.25 × 1.5 × 5.75 in)
Weight: 0.455 kg (1 lb)

Notable Features
True large-format console dynamics in a compact module
Group compression for console-style workflows
Console-grade headroom, punch, and transient response
Fast setup with Auto Make-Up Gain
Transparent, musical compression for tracking, mixing, and mastering