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Summary of Contents for Acustica PURPLE2 M-5
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
INDEX pag.2 PACKAGE CONTENTS pag.3 CORE 13 pag.4 PURPLE2 M-5 pag.5 PURPLE2 M-5V pag.7 PURPLE2 M-5 (V) OPERATION pag.8 PURPLE2 P-1 pag.10 PURPLE2 P 1 OPERATION pag.11 PURPLE2 P-AA pag.12 PURPLE2 P-AA OPERATION pag.14 PURPLE2 H-2 pag.15 PURPLE2 H-2 OPERATION pag.16... -
Page 3: Package Contents
PACKAGE CONTENTS The Purple2 suite is made up of: -Purple2 P1 (Vintage tube-based, passive program Equalizer) -Purple2 PAA (Tube-based passive program Equalizer reissue) -Purple2 M5 (Classic mid range tube EQ) -Purple2 M5V (Vintage classic mid range tube EQ) -Purple2 H2 (Vintage single channel tube EQ ) During the modeling process we used the best converters and cables on the market, we measured the unit in excellent conditions, and employed skilled experts in the sampling process using our self-developed sampling applica tion. - Page 4 Purple2 is based on our Core 13 engine: - NEW: Our new Core 13 engine improves on the previous versions by intro ducing our new VLA™ technology (Vector Loading Acceleration), which makes the response of the plugin much faster; - Upgraded SASM (Symmetric & Asymmetric Saturation Modeling). A high-per formance satu- ration algorithm;...
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Page 5: Purple2
Purple2 M-5 midrange equalizer. Purple2 M-5 is sampled from sought after gear revered for its ability to improve the sound of au- dio even when just passing signal through it; equalizers like the M-5 are the stuff of legend. You’ve heard them on countless hits. -
Page 6: Purple2 M-5V
PURPLE2 M 5V You maybe wondering why we are introducing another M5 into the Purple2 suite? It is a legiti- mate question, but very easy to answer ... we challenge anyone to find two equal legendary passive EQ’ s . The case of our M5 and M5V is a clear demonstration that two faithfully sampled versions of two different models can have differences in terms of sound. -
Page 8: Purple2 M-5 (V) Operation
PURPLE M 5 (V) OPERATION Note: Purple M5 and Purple M5V are equipped with the same controls, below we describe them without distinguishing between each model. In/out This knob allows you to bypass the Preamp of the plug-in. Bypass This switch allows you to bypass the plug-in. Input Trim Sets the input level from -24dB to +24dB (from 0 to 10), and is used to control the signal level inside the Eq, the output level is then automatically compensated by the same amount of gain. -
Page 9: Purple2
PURPLE2 P 1 This EQ is still very popular for accentuating the desired frequencies without altering close fre- quencies, always being soft even when used for large boosts or cuts. This modern software emulation gives you a legendary tube EQ that can give your tracks the massive bass, silky air, and addictive warmth that made this a studio standard. -
Page 11: Purple2 P 1 Operation
PURPLE2 P 1 OPERATION In/out This knob allows you to bypass the Preamp of the plug-in. Bypass This switch allows you to bypass the plug-in. Input Trim Sets the input level from -24dB to +24dB (from 0 to 11), and is used to control the signal level inside the Eq, the output level is then automatically compensated by the same amount of gain. -
Page 12: Purple2 P-Aa
PURPLE2 P AA Purple AA is the faithful emulation of one of the most widespread passive EQ’ s clones made by a young Texan brand that in recent years has concentrated its production efforts on the develop- ment of units that incorporate ‘historic’ top-level outboard patents. Although this project embodies the original units of this well-known US brand as closely as pos- sible, Purple AA equalization curves differ substantially from our P1 emulation. -
Page 13: Purple2 P-Aa Operation
PURPLE2 P AA OPERATION Preamp LED/button This LED/button allows to bypass the Preamp of the plug-in. IN-OUT Bypass knob This switch allows you to bypass the plug-in. Input Trim Sets the input level from -24dB to +24dB (from 0 to 10), and is used to control the signal level inside the Eq, the output level is then automatically compensated by the same amount of gain. - Page 14 Low Boost/Atten Low Shelf Frequency Boost/Cut Equalization from 0dB to approx 10dB. Frequencies for Cut: 20Hz, 30Hz, 60Hz, 100Hz, 200Hz, 400Hz, 800Hz. The frequencies are marked in Hertz (Hz). Low Shelf Simultaneous Boost and Cut Equalization from 0dB to approx 10dB. Low Boost/Atten simultaneously Low Shelf Simultaneous Boost and Cut Equalization from 0dB to 11dB.
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Page 15: Purple2
PURPLE2 H 2 Purple H2 is a passive tube EQ renowned for the ability to both boost and cut the low frequencies at the same time to add analogue mojo to fatten basses in your mix. This emulation is derived from a rare and vintage 2U single channel program EQ designed as a compact version of our Purple P1 with a more transparent character. -
Page 16: Purple2 H-2 Operation
PURPLE2 H 2 OPERATION Fixed 12kHz Attenuation Fixed HF bandwidth 20, 30, 60, 100 CPS* shelf boost, 0 - approx 10 dB; 20, 30, 60, 100 CPS* shelf attenuate, 0 - approx 10 dB; 3, 5, 8, 10, 12 KCS** peak boost, 0 - approx 10 dB; 10 KCS** shelf attenuate, 0 - 10 dB;... - Page 18 SNARE SAUTE Turn any mediocre snare into a snazzy and delicious Snare Saute! Everyone loves a snare with enough heft and snap but still doesn’t compete with other menu elements. This is a perfect compliment for any meal that has a drum kit included.
- Page 19 CREAMY VOCAL BAKE Dishing up vocals can be tricky. A perfect creamy vocal bake is an easy yet scrumptious way to serve up vocals. This simple but elegant recipe will fool your friends and family into thinking you are a world class mixing chef (if you are not already...ha ha) Ingredients .
- Page 20 BASS BOTTOM BRULEE This is a recipe for a thick but precise brulee, often used for dipping your favorite snacks and songs into. This can have some serious thickness while retaining a clean, crisp, snap- py after-taste. Perfect when the rest of the meal is complex and full-flavored! Ingredients .
- Page 23 FELONIOUS PUNK'S LOW END SECRET SAUCE This is a thick and savory sauce that can be used with almost anything. It is satisfying yet still subtle, and can be applied very liberally. Often there can be much more of this sauce than one would expect...It’...
- Page 24 GRILLED KICK - K ABOBS This is a clever and simple recipe for you grille enthusiasts! This will help transform a decent kick drum sound into a fat and delicious sonic force. Ingredients . 1 pre-mic’ e d drum kit .
- Page 25 GUITAR CRUNCH HOT DISH This is a quick and tasty snack best served hot. It can be added to almost anything that you can think of. Truly something to sink your teeth into. Ingredients . 1 or more electric guitars (for this recipe either single-coil or humbucker pickups will work) .
- Page 27 SEARED TWO BUSS MENAGERIE I assume that now that you are reading this you have worked your way through all of the recipes. Have you learned anything about the magic world of cooking? Have you amassed some skills as an audio chef? Let’ s hope so be- cause this final recipe tries to tie together some of the cuisine skills you have learned from the other recipes.
- Page 28 Try 20kHz, but keep the attenuation to small numbers (a little can go a long way) Now with the M-5, you can clean up the mud if needed. Maybe try a pinch of boost at 200Hz and a pinch of dip at 300Hz. This will not work for all recipes, but it’ s a great start. After all of this mixing and tasting, does the food still need any more presence? If so, dial in some high-mids from the M-5 band we still have not used.
- Page 29 WHITE CAKE KICK Have you ever tried making a cake with only 3 ingredients? Here is a very simple and tasty recipe to spice up your low end. Thanks to Purple’ s ability to boost and cut low frequencies at the same time - it can add pow- erful, tight bass without sacrificing detail or fo- cus.
- Page 30 HOT CONGA BEEF “Fast and Easy! This Simple Sizzlin’ Conga Beef recipe is a sure fire winner! Hot Conga Beef and the Purple H-2 are the only ingredients. Grill the Conga Beef for a couple minutes, no more, and remember to insert the preamp...If not, the Beef will get overcooked! Then, just a pinch of equalization, nothing else.
- Page 32 1. Sampling Process and System Requirements 1.1. Sampling Process The sampling process has been performed by Acustica. The unit was sampled with mastering quality converters, using a method which takes considerably more time than the normal sam- pling standard. This method improves the qual ity on the entire audio spectrum.
- Page 33 - 96 kHz 2. What is a ZL instance for? Acustica Audio’ s plug-ins come in two versions: ZL (zero latency) and normal (non ZL). While the ZL version does not introduce any latency to your system, the standard version does.
- Page 35 3. Performance Caution In order to maximize performance and usability of PURPLE on your com puter, we suggest you follow some precautionary rules that will help you save precious CPU cycles. - First of all, set your buffer size setting as large as possible. For instance, there is generally no specific reason for using a low buffer size setting during mixing or mastering sessions.
- Page 36 4. Disclaimer All trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for information purposes only. References to other companies or their prod- ucts or representation of those products does not imply any official endorsement of the software by those companies or any affiliation to those com- panies unless expressly stated otherwise.