Rupert Neve Designs 545 Primary Source Enhancer

• Dynamic noise suppression: Reduces background noise while maintaining sound quality.
• Primary source enhancement: Prioritizes and enhances the primary audio signal.
• Threshold control: Precisely adjust sensitivity to background noise.
• Multifunctional filter: Customizable frequency focus for noise suppression.
• 500-series format: Easy integration into modular racks.
• Intelligent processing: Adaptive to varying noise levels in live or studio settings.

The Rupert Neve Designs 545 Primary Source Enhancer (PSE) is a versatile 500-series module designed to optimize sound clarity by dynamically reducing background noise and emphasizing the primary sound source. Whether used in a live setting or a controlled studio environment, the 545 PSE intelligently manages noise without compromising the fidelity of the primary signal, making it ideal for vocalists, instrumentalists, and engineers looking to isolate critical audio elements.

At the core of the 545 PSE is its dynamic noise suppression technology, which works to suppress unwanted background noise such as stage bleed, ambient noise, or room reverb. The module continuously adapts to varying noise levels, ensuring that the primary sound source remains clear and prominent without the need for heavy gating or extreme EQ adjustments.

The Primary Source Enhancement function intelligently distinguishes between the desired audio signal and extraneous noise, allowing you to enhance the clarity and presence of your primary source. This is particularly useful in challenging live sound environments, where managing noise from multiple open microphones or instruments can be difficult. The 545 PSE focuses on the main signal, reducing distractions and enhancing the quality of the performance or recording.

A key feature of the 545 PSE is the threshold control, which allows you to fine-tune the sensitivity of the noise suppression based on the level of background noise in your environment. This gives users the flexibility to tailor the response to the specific needs of the session, ensuring that the module works effectively whether you're dealing with subtle room noise or more aggressive background sounds.

In addition to the threshold control, the 545 includes a multifunctional filter that enables users to focus the noise suppression on particular frequency ranges. By narrowing the frequency band of the noise reduction, you can preserve the natural tone of the primary signal while selectively suppressing problematic frequencies, such as low-end rumble or high-frequency hiss.

Designed in the 500-series format, the 545 PSE integrates seamlessly into any 500-series rack, making it a space-efficient solution for professional audio setups. Its compact size and flexible functionality make it a valuable addition to live sound rigs, broadcast environments, or studio installations where clean and clear audio is essential.

In live sound applications, the 545 PSE excels at reducing noise from stage monitors, audience chatter, and instrument bleed, allowing the primary sound source, such as a vocal or instrument, to stand out in the mix. In the studio, it provides engineers with a powerful tool to reduce unwanted room noise or bleed between microphones, improving the overall clarity of recordings.

The intelligent processing of the 545 ensures that it adapts to varying noise levels dynamically, so you don't have to constantly adjust settings as the performance or recording environment changes. This makes it particularly useful for fast-paced live sound applications or studio sessions with multiple performers.

Maximum Input and Output Level
+24 dBu