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The Pandora Next Generation 500 Series Multiband Compressor is a cutting-edge tool designed for studios looking to merge classic analog warmth with modern digital flexibility. This advanced multiband compressor empowers audio professionals with precise control over dynamic ranges across three frequency bands, allowing for nuanced sound shaping and punchy, balanced productions. With features such as digital recall and automation capabilities, Pandora integrates seamlessly with your digital audio workstation (DAW), combining traditional sound quality with the convenience of digital technology.

Key features include a purely analog design with 24dBu headroom, customizable crossover filters, and independent VCA compressors for each band, enhancing versatility across low, mid, and high frequencies. The unit also includes a MIX knob for parallel compression, band-specific bypass and solo options, and comprehensive metering. Additionally, Pandora's DAW plugin enables complete control over hardware parameters directly from the digital interface, making it an essential, user-friendly solution for both detailed sound control and effortless recall.

• Analog Compression: Combines classic analog sound with modern digital control for high-quality audio.

• 3-Band Precision: Independent control over low, mid, and high bands for detailed multiband compression.

• Custom Harmonics: Tailored harmonic distortion for each band, enhancing tonal quality.

• Flexible Compression: Independent VCA compressors in each band offer precise dynamics control.

• Sidechain Filters: Selectable high-pass and low-pass filters to manage frequency-specific triggers effectively.

• Parallel Compression: Blend dry and compressed signals smoothly with a mix control knob.

• Intuitive Digital Control: Plugin interface allows full parameter control and recall from your DAW.

• Comprehensive Metering: Real-time visual feedback for gain reduction and input levels per band.

• True Bypass: Maintains signal transparency when not in use.

• Isolated Band Processing: Bypass or solo individual bands for focused adjustments.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• Multiband compressor with 24dBu headroom

• 500 series form factor

• Purely analog design with digital recall and automation

MULTIBAND CONTROL:

• 3-band control with adjustable crossover filters: Low band (40Hz to 2kHz), High band (2kHz to 15kHz)

• Independent VCA compressors on each band

COMPRESSION AND SIGNAL CONTROL:

• Tuned harmonic distortion tailored to each band

• Parallel compression with MIX knob for blending dry and compressed signals

• Global output control for final signal adjustment

SIDECHAIN FILTERING:

• 3 selectable sidechain high-pass filters for low band control

• 3 selectable sidechain low-pass filters for high band control

METERING AND MONITORING:

• Gain reduction meters on front panel and plugin interface

• Input meters for each band accessible via plugin

DIGITAL INTERFACE:

• Modern GUI plugin for full hardware parameter control in DAWs

• Plug-in support for control and recall from DAW

• Band-specific control for bypass or solo processing

ADDITIONAL FEATURES:

• True bypass for signal transparency