Rupert Neve Portico 542 Tape Emulator 500 Series

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The Rupert Neve Portico 542 Tape Emulator 500 Seriesfrom Rupert Neve Portico 542 Tape Emulator 500 Seriesis a single-channel 500 series rack module that simulates the sound of analog tape, and adds texture to your audio with its dedicated Silk circuitry. The emulation of tape is achieved with analog hardware, as opposed to digital processing. The 542 features a "True Tape" circuit, which utilizes an authentic magnetic record head and a replay amplifier, giving the applied audio the warmth of tape compression. Texture can be added by pushing the Silk button, selecting Red or Blue mode, and adjusting a knob. This adds harmonic content that's reminiscent of vintage Neve equipment.

Tape Effects can be added in by pressing an illuminated button. A Saturation knob enables you to dial in the amount of effects, and a Blend knob lets you mix the pre and post signals. A 15 / 30 IPS button lets you select between the emulations of those two tape-based characteristics. Two eight-segment LED meters are on the face of the 542, one dedicated to Drive, the other to Level. When your signal hits the yellow LED in the Drive meter, a Soft Clip functionality kicks in, protecting your signal from peaking. A 500-Series power supply/rack is required for operation.

Two-Channels of Tape Emulation True Tape Circuitry 15 / 30 IPS Tape Characteristics Blend between Pre and Post Signals Red and Blue Silk Circuit Adds Texture 150% Available Current for Six Spaces Eight Available Rack Channels Double Shielded PSU to Manage Induction Balanced DB-25, XLR, and TRS Connections THRU Functionality on Channels 7-8

Parameters
Function	Tape Emulator
Number of Channels	Single
Inputs	1x XLR
Outputs	1x XLR
Controls	1x Trim knob, +/- 12 dB 1x Saturation knob 1x Blend knob 1x Texture knob 1x Tape Effect In button 1x 15/30 IPS button 1x Silk button
Maximum Output Level	23.25dBu
Frequency Response	Line amp specifications, with tape circuit disengaged: Measured at +10dBu, trim at unity Main Output +/- 0.25 dB from 5 Hz to 60 Khz -2 dB @ 120 kHz Tape FX specifications: 15 IPS, Input @ -0 dBu -3dBu @ 28 kHz Saturation @ minimum 0dBu @ 10 Hz +5dBu Peak @ 60 Hz Saturation @ maximum -3dBu @ 20 kHz -3dBu @ 12.5 Hz +2.4dBu Peak @ 60 Hz 30 IPS, Input @ -0 dBu -3dBu @ 120 kHz Saturation @ minimum -3dBu @ 10 Hz +3.15dBu Peak @ 125 Hz Saturation @ maximum -3dBu @ 100 kHz -3dBu @ 12.5 Hz +1.3dBu Peak @ 110 Hz
Noise	Line amp specifications, with tape circuit disengaged: Measured at Main Output, un-weighted, 20 Hz - 22 kHz, Input Terminated 40 Ohms Unity Gain: better than -100dBu Tape FX specifications: Measured at Main Output, un-weighted, 20 Hz - 22 kHz, Input Terminated 40 Ohms Saturation @ minimum: better than -100dBu Saturation @ maximum: better than -100dBu
Total Harmonic Distortion/Noise	Line amp specifications, with tape circuit disengaged: @ 1 kHz, +20dBu output level: better than 0.0025% @ 20 Hz, +20dBu output level 0.07% Typical (2nd and 3rd harmonic) Tape FX specifications: 15 IPS, Input @ -0 dBu 0.4% @ 3 kHz to 1% @ 175Hz typical Saturation @ minimum greater than 1% below 175 Hz typical Saturation @ maximum 1% at 6 kHz typical 0.3% @ 1 kHz to 3% @ 50 Hz typical 30 IPS, Input @ -0 dBu 1% at 1 kHz typical Saturation @ minimum 0.6% @ 400 Hz 5% @ 20 Hz typical Saturation @ maximum 1.5% @ 20 kHz to 0.4% @ 1 kHz typical 0.4% @ 1 kHz to 2 %@ 50 Hz typical
Meters	1x 8-segment Level meter 1x 8-segment Drive meter
Power Requirements	Supplied by 500 series rack with 110-125 mA @ +/- 16V DC
Dimensions	Not specified by manufacturer
Weight	Not specified by manufacturer
Packaging Info
Package Weight	2.175 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	10.1 x 7.8 x 3"

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. The manufacturers video show more parts that help secure to the light. but the pictures do not show the same items. So which is it?

A: The softbox would attach to the panel with long velcro straps.

Q: 2. Will it fit the GVM LT-50S?

A: The GVM lt 50s is 16 x 12.5 x 2.7 the softbox is 11" X 11"

Q: 3. What is the mounting hardware for? Looks like the pins go in the corner and the brackets replace barn doors. Doesn't fit if you do that. Anyone know?

A: This GVM softbox would slide over the front of the GVM panel then secure with velcro straps on the back.

Q: 4. Will these work on the GVM 1200s?

A: It will not work, this Angler Collapsible Softbox for 12x12" LED Light Panels B&H # ANLCSB121 is recommended for the led 1200

Q: 5. Can it emulate 1080p at 60fps?

A: Yes, the NewerTech HDMI Headless 4K Display Emulator for Remote Access BH #NETADP4KHEAD supports up to 4096 x 2160 4K Resolution. It will be able to emulate 1080p @ 60hz.

Q: 6. Is it Mac compatible?

A: Steinberg's website states the UR-RT2 audio interfaces provide cross-platform compatibility for Windows, macOS, and iOS with the included Cubase AI and Cubasis LE music software but doesn't specific what macOS versions are supported apart from its minimum specs. https://www.steinberg.net/en/products/audio_interfaces/ur_rt_series/resources.html

Q: 7. Is there a video to take out the barn doors?

A: No video but please feel free to review our detailed product images that will show case how to install and remove the following units.

Q: 8. This softbox comes with the tools to take out the panel of the lights?

A: This needs no tools to assemble

Q: 9. Does this include integrated rods and grid?

A: The frame for this softbox is built-in.

Q: 10. Can this softbox be used with other panel lights that are close in size? Is the mounting style unique to GVM, or will it work with other brands too? Thanks!

A: This softbox has only been confirmed as compatible with the listed GVM models. Your results may vary when using it with other LED panels.

Jonathan	29/09/2024
[Tape Emulator] The sound these Rupert Neve transformer makes is soooo sweet. 5

Stephen	27/09/2024
[1x XLR] If this was being marketed for the Non Pro Audio home listener Market only, you'd have to pay a good bit more for this kind of detailed Headphone sound. 5

Kevin	26/09/2024
[10.1 x 7.8 x 3"] This came in fairly minimal packaging. All I had to do was open the cardboard box and pick it out. I plugged it in between my television and the computer and let it record the EDID, then I plugged it between the computer and the capture card. The Blackmagic capture card which had stymied so many of my attempts to capture a 1080p signal started working the way I wanted it to after inserting this EDID emulator into the chain. The rotary dial, by the way, was fairly resistant to accidental nudges. IT took a bit of effort to get the dial to change its position. 5

Michael	07/09/2024
[1x XLR] This worked fine for end devices that don't report audio to the source. Be aware that using active cables and this device on a MAC, the mac cannot supply enough power for both. In active cable and this device is no problem 5

Ghostwalker	06/09/2024
[Tape Emulator] The Rupert Neve DI shows, again, why Mr Neve deserves his reputation. This DI manages to combine astonishing clarity with a rich, lush musicality that allows breath and life into the signals it passes, making other high end DIs - including several equipped with Jensen transformers - seem somewhat pedestrian by comparison. Apart from the superior sonics, the RNDI offers flexibility, being switchable for instrument or speaker levels, allowing it to capture either the input or output signals of an instrument amplifier. Not only does it sound better than other DIs, it also offers more options than most. Last but not least, it is build very solidly. It's not as light or compact as some DIs' but it appears to be extremely robust. And it looks good as well. 5

Roger	02/07/2024
[1x XLR] Rugged, transparent sound especially for Bass. 5

Ron	01/07/2024
[1x XLR] The sound is crystal clear and this headphone amp reveals nuances that are simply necessary for critical listening. Further, the unit is rock solid with a small footprint, and flexibility options. 5

anyonymous	23/06/2024
[1x XLR] Stop reading this review. Just scroll to the top and buy it. The Rupert Neve RNHP headphone amp is nothing short of unbelievable. The RNHP is a desktop-sized amplifier based on the headphone amp circuitry in the 5060 Centerpiece Desktop Mixer. Technical specs aside (you can go read those elsewhere), listening experience with the RNHP is phenomenal. The longer I've been producing music, the more important I think it is to use a proper headphone amp like the RNHP to drive your headphones or in-ears. I primarily use 64 Audio A10 custom reference in-ears and the biggest thing I notice when listening through the RNHP is an amazing clarity and smoothness to the sound spectrum. Comparisons with other devices or amps leave me with this primary take-away: there is so much power with the RNHP and such a low resistance that it's able to deliver both powerful transients and amazing detail immediately following any transients. The best way I can describe it is that I feel like there's no recovery period following a strong impulse, a recovery period where there's usually a loss of detail. The RNHP is able to deliver an incredible amount of detail, distance, and depth. My life is changed. 5

Zulhaily	21/06/2024
[23.25dBu] just what i need for my unraid build 5

Andrei	16/06/2024
[10.1 x 7.8 x 3"] First i need to mention that BH Customer Service as always is Awesome!!! For this BHPhotovideo gets UNLIMITED STARS!! Thank You! About the NewerTech HDMI Headless 4K Display Emulator: I'm using on Windows. No issues with this adapter whatsoever. Plug in and use it. 5