{"title":"Crane Song","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"syren","title":"Syren","description":"\u003cp\u003eSYREN features a dual gain stage circuit and allows overdrive effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA switch selectable HI-z input is included.  The low cut filter is at 90 Hz and is 24 db\/ octave.  The pad has\n-15 db and -25 db settings to allow a wide input range of signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe audio path color is changed by modifying the second stage tube circuit so it has negative feedback or does not have negative feedback.  This changes the interaction between the tube stages and thus the sound of the pre-amp.  With negative feedback it is a more accurate audio path with wider frequency response and without negative feedback it has a more open warmer sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause SYREN was designed for color and not specs the measured values will change greatly depending on the mode of operation.  Turing the negative feedback off may or may not result in higher harmonic distortion, but will result in different harmonic content.  The changing interaction between the tube stages makes the result difficult to predict.  Gain settings, signal level, signal frequency and source impedance all contribute to the tube stage interaction. The over load LEDs start to light at -6db with respect the tube compression or over load. With a little practice they will become useful in judging the gain settings.  The LED's lighting a small amount does not mean distortion. The input LED is an indicator of the drive level to the first stage, the only way to change this is with the PAD switch or changing the input signal level.  The output gain LED is shows the level of the second tube stage before the OUTPUT GAIN pot.  This is affected by the setting of the INPUT GAIN pot\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CRANE SONG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51466739122495,"sku":"10267","price":2140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/6931\/1551\/files\/10267_full.jpg?v=1759894872"},{"product_id":"insigna","title":"Insigna","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe unit is based around a dual triode circuit with a 12AX7 tube, featuring 2 shelving EQs, a paramet-ric band and a low and high pass filter set.\nThe filters are both 24 dB\/Octave with 7 frequencies each. \nThe high and low frequency bands are both shelving with 8 frequencies a piece.\nThe mid frequency band is a peak EQ containing 8 frequencies.\nAll three bands employ buffered RC circuitry in the negative feedback path around the tube amps.\nThe output stage features a shielded Lundahl high level line output transformer, all the stepped fre-quency pots are high quality Grayhill series 56 Rotary Switches and Bourn pots for the gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Frequencies\u003c\/b\u003e\nLet's have a closer look at the frequency ranges you'll get to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high pass filter ranges from 25 Hz to 150 Hz (25 - 40 - 50 - 60 - 90 - 120 - 150) and the low pass filter from 6kHz to 20 kHz (6 - 7.5 - 9 - 10.5 - 12 - 15 - 20).\nThe filters will give you enough power to clean up low rumble, tidy up the low end on LF centric instruments and control harshness at the top like guitars for example. We'll cover some more application examples a little further on in the manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HF shelf gently ranges from 3.2 kHz to 20kHz (3.2 - 5 - 8 - 10 - 12.5 - 15 - 20) with the addition of an ultra high AIR band centred around 40kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the other side of the spectrum, the LF band shelves from an extremely low 10 Hz up to 200 Hz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraddling the middle, the MID peaking band deals with anything from 150 Hz to 7.2 kHz and is centred  around a proportional Q (bandwidth).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three bands give you +\/- 12 dB boost and cut.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CRANE SONG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51466757865791,"sku":"10849","price":2140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/6931\/1551\/files\/10849_full.jpg?v=1759896421"},{"product_id":"avocet-iia","title":"Avocet IIA","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Quantum DAC is the 5th generation design from Crane Song and has less then 1pS jitter.\nThe Quantum DAC uses 32 bit a converter and ASRC for jitter reduction up sampling to 211KHz. Avocet has always upsampled to 211KHz.  The reference clock has less then 1pS, 0.5pS typical 1Hz to 100KHz and a proprietary reconstruction filter for accurate time domain response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sub woofer outputs for each of the three output have been added.\nThe output levels are now programmable in 0.25 db steps for speaker level matching\n         \nAvocet  IIA is designed to solve the problems of accurate monitoring and volume control as required by workstation users, studios and mastering rooms alike. It is a stereo controller with three digital inputs, three analog inputs and a headphone system. It's comprised of a rack mounted unit and table top remote control. Avocet has many features including; dim, mute, phase, mono, and 16 bit truncation functions, plus a speaker select switch that sends line level balanced audio to one of three outputs. The six input sources have on the fly gain trim capability and all digital signals are up-sampled and jitter reduced to ensure highest accuracy during D\/A conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe internal headphone amplifier can be fed from the program source or an external input. Provisions for a talk back function are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvocet  IIA can operate in surround up to 7.1, with the appropriate number of audio boxes in the system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CRANE SONG","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51466778640703,"sku":"11415","price":6995.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":52279695081791,"sku":"11415-OPE","price":5495.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/6931\/1551\/files\/11415_full.jpg?v=1759898418"},{"product_id":"hedd-quantum","title":"HEDD Quantum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe result is outstanding imaging, an open 3D sound, and extremely detailed transit response. The clocking is applied to both the DA and AD converters. Additionally, the new HEDD Quantum features six word clock outputs allowing it to function as the master clock for all of your digital gear and a digital converter simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The addition of multiple word clock outputs greatly expands the functionality of the original HEDD,\" explains Crane Song Founder and Developer Dave Hill. \"The unit now provides unparalleled AD and DA conversion, but also serves as a master clock for an entire digital system. This allows users to have all of their digital gear take advantage of our recent advances in clocking technology without having to purchase a stand alone master clock.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDither, which is analog generated, is selectable for either 16 or 20 bit. The AD, DA and ASRC use high-end AKM 32 parts, coupled with proprietary analog filtering and clocking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrane Song has added Optical inputs and outputs in the new design. In addition to the new AD, DA, Clocking, I\/O and WC outputs, HEDD Quantum maintains Dave Hill's renowned DSP emulation of Triode and Pentode tubes as well as the tape emulation of the original HEDD designs. The operational modes allow the DA and the AD to be used simultaneously, at different sample rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the DIGI setting the unit will accept digital input from one of three sources, and output on all three digital outputs and the analog output at the same time. 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With three digital inputs, three analog inputs, three monitor outs - each with direct subwoofer outputs featuring programmable levels in 0.25 db steps for speaker level matching, and built-in headphone amp with talkback functionality, the Crane Song AVOCET IIA 5.1 Monitor Controller is flexible enough to be the centerpiece for any studio - there are even dim, mute, and mono functions. Buffered meter outputs are also included. All digital signals are up-sampled and jitter-reduced for outstanding accuracy during D\/A conversion. The new Quantum DAC uses 32 bit a converter and ASRC for jitter reduction up sampling to 211KHz. Crane Song AVOCET IIA 5.1 Monitor Controller has always upsampled to 211KHz. The reference clock has less then 1pS, 0.5pS typical 1Hz to 100KHz and a proprietary reconstruction filter for accurate time domain response.Tracking, mixing, and mastering require the best monitoring you can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnalog and Digital Inputs\u003c\/b\u003e\nThe Crane Song AVOCET IIA 5.1 Monitor Controller provides both analog and digital inputs to allow you to connect straight from your DAW or mixing board. The Analog inputs take the form of XLRs, and the digital inputs are AES\/EBU and S\/PDIF. The Avocet will facilitate the connection of up to three pairs of speakers via XLR ouputs, along with direct subwoofer outputs for each pair. The included remote gives you the power to check your mix on different sets of speakers from where you're sitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeadphone and Talkback Circuit\u003c\/b\u003e\nThe Crane Song AVOCET IIA 5.1 Monitor Controller doesn't just manage multiple pairs of monitors - it also provides headphone cue mix and talkback functionality. This can be extremely handy during the tracking process. The headphone cue mix can be different that the signal sent to the monitors, giving the engineer an accurate representation of what's happening in the room, while the artists have the headphone mix that they need to lay down thier parts. The remote has a XLR input for the connection of a talkack mic, making communicating with the talent during tracking a snap.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CRANE SONG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51468437586239,"sku":"5291","price":17435.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/6931\/1551\/files\/5291_full.jpg?v=1759886533"},{"product_id":"avocet-upgrade","title":"Avocet Upgrade","description":null,"brand":"CRANE SONG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51468437651775,"sku":"5293","price":5535.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/6931\/1551\/files\/5293_full.jpg?v=1759886541"},{"product_id":"falcon","title":"Falcon","description":"\u003cp\u003eFALCON features 3 attack and 3 release time settings, hard and soft knee choices for compression or limiting, two different audio path sounds, wet-dry mixing for parallel compression, and is linkable.\nThe audio path color is changed by modifying the tube circuit so it has negative feedback or does not have negative feedback.  This along with the optical like quality of the compressor allows for a colored vintage sound or a much cleaner sound with optical characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen linked the master unit controls all functions on the slave except for wet-dry and make up gain.  The link system is capable of doing 5.1\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CRANE SONG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51468526616895,"sku":"9704","price":2140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/6931\/1551\/files\/9704_full.jpg?v=1759893393"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.economik.com\/collections\/crane-song.oembed?page=2","provider":"Studio Economik","version":"1.0","type":"link"}