Rupert Neve Designs 5034 Newton Channel

• Mic preamp, EQ, and compressor: An all-in-one channel strip for professional sound shaping.
• Transformer-coupled mic preamp: Delivers classic Neve warmth and harmonic richness.
• 3-band EQ with sweepable mids: Precise tone shaping for any source.
• Compressor with fast attack/release settings: Smooth and dynamic control for vocals and instruments.
• 500-series format: Compact and versatile for modular studio setups.

The Rupert Neve Designs 5034 Newton Channel is a versatile and powerful 500-series channel strip that combines a transformer-coupled mic preamp, 3-band EQ, and compressor into one compact unit. Designed to bring Rupert Neve’s legendary analog sound to modern recording setups, the 5034 Newton Channel is ideal for tracking and processing vocals, instruments, and other audio sources with precision and warmth.

At the core of the 5034 is its transformer-coupled mic preamp, which delivers the unmistakable Neve warmth, clarity, and harmonic richness. The preamp provides up to 72 dB of gain, making it suitable for a wide range of microphones, from sensitive condensers to low-output dynamic or ribbon mics. This allows engineers to capture the full depth and detail of any source while adding the rich harmonic saturation that has made Neve preamps famous for decades.

The 3-band EQ section is highly musical, with sweepable mids that allow you to carve out or enhance critical frequencies. The low and high bands offer shelving adjustments for broad tonal shaping, while the mid band allows for more precise tweaks in the midrange, making it perfect for fine-tuning vocals, guitars, and other midrange-heavy instruments. This EQ is designed to be both subtle and powerful, enabling engineers to shape the tone of any signal without introducing harshness or losing the natural character of the source.

The compressor section of the 5034 Newton Channel offers fast attack and release settings, making it ideal for controlling dynamics on a wide range of sources, from transient-rich drums to smooth, dynamic vocals. The compressor helps to even out performances while maintaining the natural feel of the recording. With flexible control over threshold, ratio, and gain reduction, the compressor is capable of delivering everything from transparent dynamic control to more aggressive compression, depending on the needs of the session.

Designed in the 500-series format, the 5034 Newton Channel fits seamlessly into any modular studio rack, offering space-saving convenience without sacrificing sound quality. Its all-in-one design makes it perfect for smaller studio setups or mobile rigs where multiple standalone units might not be feasible. Whether you’re recording a vocal chain, processing an instrument, or mixing, the 5034 provides the flexibility and sound quality needed to achieve professional results.

Input Impedance
8900 Ohms