The EMPIRICAL LABS FATSO EL7x Tape Simulator Optimizerfrom EMPIRICAL LABS FATSO EL7x Tape Simulator Optimizeris a digitally controlled analog processor that gives musicians and engineers easy access to many of the desirable characteristics exhibited by older tube and Class A electronics and magnetic tape mediums. This two channel audio processor musically integrates frequencies and transients, increasing the apparent volume while keeping tight control over peak levels. There are several compressor types with fixed attacks and releases. You can enhance and soften the sound of digital mediums such as DAWs, hard disk recorders, CD players, MP3s etc.

With the FATSO, recording studios and audio production facilities can enhance and soften the sound of digital recordings. Large Distressor-style knobs control the input and output levels. It features four compression modes including the Buss and the Spank settings, which can be selected and combined. Seven high frequency saturation Warmth settings are also present. The FATSO features switchable transformer circuits, which can add the musical artifacts generated by classic devices, such as low order clipping and inter-modular distortion, as well as transient clipping.

ELEVEN replaces the old GP Ratio and emulates the UREI 1176LN in 20:1 mode with a slow attack and a fast release. With the slower "1176" attack, the transients keep the dynamics present, while the high ratio can limit the dynamic range of any source.

Eleven Ratio Emulates 1176 Compressor    Four Compression Modes    Soft Clip    Programmable High Frequency Saturation    Switchable Transformer Circuits    Backwards Stepping Front Panel Button    Extended Stereo Link Functions    Side-chain Input and Output    True Bypass    Made in the USA

• Soft clip features modeled after broadband tape saturation, without the noise. Smooth clipping up to 20% THD
• User programmable high frequency saturation, simulating the "softening" for which analog tape and phonographs are known. This is the "Warmth" control on FATSO
• Switchable transformer circuits, which can add the musical artifacts generated by classic devices like Neve, API, etc. These artifacts include frequency "rounding", low order clipping and inter-modular distortion, transient clipping, and some other very musical non-linearities
• Four Compression Modes: One for tracking, one general purpose, one "bus" compressor, and SPANK!; all linkable. Classic knee compressor sound that really grabs
• SPANK!: An additional limiter that musically smashes the dynamic range, and can be used to stop clipping before digital recorders. There is a subtle knee followed by hard limiting
• Huge "DISTRESSOR" knobs with high resolution numbering - For easy readability and repeatable settings. They also go to 10-1/2
• Distortion indicator lights: A 0 VU LED and a "Pinned" (5%) LED. No hard clipping until a few dB past "Pinned"
• Side-chain output and input for EQ-ing control signals
• Locked, calibrated, output level: Allows speed in setting tape and live mix levels
• Foolproof operation: It's almost impossible to get a bad sound
• Discrete and Integrated Combination: The best of speed/linearity with repeatability. Hand tested & selected components. All metal film and Roederstein resistors in the audio path. Top quality components, most being high temperature military spec parts
• Switchable 115/230 volt operation. Extra fuse provided inside unit
• True Bypass: Know what it's really doing. All contacts doubled up for maximum reliability. No internal audio connectors
• XLR and 1/4" phone ins and outs
• XLR fully balanced, transformer-less design, pin-2 hot. Changeable by user to pin-3 hot
• No internal connectors, high reliability parts and military grade switches and relays
• Three year limited warranty
• Hand wired and calibrated in USA

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this seat fold up for storage?

A: As others said, this model doesn't fold for storage. You might want to consider the lite version.

Q: 2. What are the dimensions when it's folded for storage?

A: 75 X 40 X 87cm, 29.5 X 15.7 X 34 inches.

Q: 3. Will this fit Fanatec wheel base and shifter? As well as be mounted for right hand drive?

A: It should. Next Level Racing claims it will.B&H is not a Fanatec dealer. Please check with Fanatec prior topurchasing.

Q: 4. In the flight sim perspective can we install joystick and thrust livers on left and right side of the seat?

A: yes a joystick and throttle control can be mounted on the left and the right side

Q: 5. is the seat included in this product?

A: Yes, the seat is included with the Next Level Racing F-GT Simulator Cockpit. It would need to be assembled. More information can be found here. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/590210.pdf

Q: 6. Can the buttkicker mount provided with F-GT seat be used in the Formula style setup (or) is it usable only in the GT style config?

A: According to Next Level Racing, it is not compatible.

Q: 7. Does this come in multiple boxes or one massive box? Important question because I live on a 3rd floor apartment. Would love to purchase but if it's one box then i'll have to pass.

A: The Next Level Racing F-GT Simulator Cockpit will come in one box. The dimensions of the package box are 38 x 20 x 16 inches.

Q: 8. Will it work with Hori racing wheel for XBOX one?

A: Yes, as per manufacturer, this device is compatible with all major steering wheels and pedals,

Q: 9. Does a tv mount come with this or do you need to buy one separate, if so which one is compatible for this, LMK 9417249170

A: no this does not come with a TV mount

Q: 10. How much ink do each Epson R1900 ink cartridge hold? Is it around 5oz?

A: The Epson R2000 genuine ink cartridges are 17 ml each (0.574 oz.) where as the Epson R1900 are 11.4 ml each (0.385 oz.). These two printers are identical in print quality as they are essentially the same printer internally except the R2000 has additional connection options including wireless. Genuine replacement ink cartridges vary in cost but both are Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss.