The Eddie Kramer Recording Chain Bundle - Waves Tape & Tubesfrom Eddie Kramer Recording Chain Bundle - Waves Tape & Tubesis a plug-in that models the microphone preamp and EQ section of a '60s Helios mixing console. The plug-in was developed in association with producer/engineer Eddie Kramer, a prominent engineer at London's Olympic Studios and who used their Helios console during a period that yielded many classic rock n' roll recordings.

The unique behavior, coloration, and drive of the Helios console's preamps were modeled along with the equalizers, renowned for their sweet saturation, high-end presence, and fat low-frequency boost. For added authenticity the console's inherent noise and hum was also included. The plug-in also features a precision-modeled VU meter that recreates the sensitivity, ballistic behavior, look, and feel of the original.

3 Plug-Ins    Kramer HLS Channel    Kramer Master Tape    Kramer PIE Compressor    AAX Native, RTAS, AudioSuite, TDM    Audio Units, VST    SoundGrid    Mac OS X, Windows

Modeled EQ/microphone preamp plug-in

Based on a rare '60s vintage Helios console

Modeled mic and line preamp drive

Developed in association with producer/engineer Eddie Kramer

Up to 24-bit/96 kHz resolution*

*Stereo not available at 96 kHz when using TDM

Mono and stereo components

SoundGrid license compatible with MultiRack Native, StudioRack Native, MultiRack SoundGrid, StudioRack SoundGrid, and eMotion ST Mixer

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Would I be better off using the tascam Dr 40 on a shockmount or is this mic better for short films and event recording

A: The Vidpro XM-55 is best suited for capturing dialogue. The Tascam Dr-40 features a stereo mic, so is better for picking up bigger areas and ambient audio. Either items would work for you, based on your specific needs.

Q: 2. How long is the maximum slide duration from A to B? Asking becuase I’m wondering if this will be good for very long time lapses

A: the maximum slide length on this 25", there is no information on the length of time it would take to travel this distance

Q: 3. Are there two types of Xm - 55 mics? Because I see some with a low cut filter and others with the red light... Are they the same mic?

A: The product we are offering is the genuine article from Vidpro which includes the red operating LED and the sensitivity switch.

Q: 4. Will this work with Pentax K-30 & K-3?

A: This mic will work with the Pentax K-3 but not the K-30, which has no microphone input.

Q: 5. What’s the width of the feet, if I were to set it on an 18” wide table top for example?

A: The exact width of this unit is not listed. However if the table is 18" wide, along with being at least 31 or 47 inches long to accommodate the length of this kit, it will fit fine. It is only a few inches wide.

Q: 6. Will this work with the Canon PowerShot SX60?

A: The VidPro XM-55 ships with multiple output cables including a 1/8 cable that will connect to the mic input on the Canon PowerShot SX60.

Q: 7. What is the total sliding range after mounting the extension rails?

A: 47 inches, roughly.

Q: 8. In assembling the kit, where does the battery go? It came without instructions.

A: Grip your hands around the top and lower portions of the microphone and twist the bottom portion to the left to unscrew the bottom portion and expose the battery compartment. Install the battery and then screw the bottom back onto the mic. Slide the power button on, and a red light will appear to signify that the mic is powered.

Q: 9. Just opened my new XM-55, but can't get it to work- is there a power indicator light anywhere on the mic? Connecting to multiple cameras gets no audio, no indication of power at all- thoughts?

A: It has a red LED just in front of the power switch. It's dim, but it works on mine. By the way... hate to state the obvious but it doesn't get power from the camera. You have to feed it batteries.

Q: 10. Do you have a small table stand for the VidPro XM-55 microphone?

A: Consider the Ultimate Support JS-MMS1 https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/604460-REG/Ultimate_Support_17259_JS_MMS1_Mini_Tripod_Table_Top.html