To use the vms software an ilok version 2 or 3 dongle is required. The vmr plugin is also modular, and new processors will be added in the future which will further enhance its powerful functionality. A video management system, also known as video management software or a video management server, is a component of a security camera system that in general. The ml1 microphone is the centerpiece of the virtual microphone system.
From the dark and rich 47 model to the bright and airy 251 model, youll always find the perfect match for your source. In the vmr system architecture, the rack and the modules are independent. In this video, we demo the vms emulations by slate digital. I am replacing it with a u87ai and hardware chain with clones of 1073, 1176, 2a, plus some which to me are way way better sounding that plugins. The fgn is a digital recreation of one of the most classic discrete class a british equalizers from the 70s.
Slate digital vms kit vmsone preamp and ml1 mic mic modeling hardware software hybrid system with largediaphragm mic, transparent preamp, and plugin macpc aax, au, rtas, vst. As a microphone fanatic, james is embracing the new technological trend in. Virtual microphone system user guide slate digital. In this video i aim to compare the difference between running the ml1 microphone from the slate digital virtual microphone system vms through its own preamp and my focusrite 18i8s preamps. Its important to consider these factors when making comparisons. The vms is a native running, hardware software modeling system comprised of the ml1 large diaphragm condenser microphone, ml2 small diaphragm condenser, vms dual preamp converter and vms plugin. The vmsone, designed by famed audio designer paul wolff, uses the most state of the art amplifiers to ensure the. Steven slate drums worldclass virtual drum instruments. Coupled with slates vms microphonepreamp modeling software, this gear puts a worldclass mic locker in your recording rig. Slate digital vms ml1 largediaphragm modeling microphone. Slate academy is slate digitals very own online audio masterclass portal. Slate digital and vintage king audio bring you the next generation of precision modeled hybrid microphone technology, the slate vms virtual microphone system.
Slate digital, townsend labs, antelope audio i am about to make my first virtual microphone purchase and wanted to see if anyone has had a chance to compare the modelling done by the three that i know of so far that have virtual microphones. This is key to the operating principle and necessary for the software to function. System includes an extremely transparent and totally flat slate digital vms ml1 cardioid condenser. The ml1 was not designed to flatter, but to accurately capture a source, specifically for postprocessing by the vms software. The microphone captures a linear frequency response between 20 hz to 20 khz, doing so with minimal distortion. The vms one microphone preamplifier is fully linear and totally transparent with impeccable phase response designed to be used with the vms modeling system. Download entire multitrack sessions in your daw of choice. A hybrid microphone and preamp modeling system that gives you access to virtually any signal path tone you can imagine. The classic microphone emulations are a part of the virtual microphone system.
As slate describes it, from german classics to custom hybrid tuberibbon mics, these mics will help give your recordings a. Vms software 15 vms software system overview the virtual mix rack system is a modular architecture that allows the use of processing units, the modules, within a rack platform, the virtual mix rack plugin. Slate digital vms demo on entire mix westlake pro youtube. Let me say right off the bat that they went out of their way to make sure that i understood well how the system was designed to work and what its development goals were, so kudos to them for that. Slate digital vms classic tubes 3 5 mic expansion pack. The slate digital vms ml1 modeling microphone recreates the exact tone of some of the most classic microphones in the pro audio industry. A vms can be the software component of a network video recorder and digital video recorder, though in general a vms tends to be more sophisticated and provide more options and capabilities. Combine it with your favorite neutralsounding preamp, and it gives you a worldclass virtual mic locker at an amazing price. Using the vrs8 and vms microphones, youll be able to track through worldclass microphones, preamps, equalizers, and more in real time. James shows us around the 3 main components of the system, the mic, the preamp and the slate virtual mic rack software. This small diaphragm microphone is capable of recreating the tone of an entire mic locker of your favorite.
The slate digital ml1 is a largediaphragm condenser microphone that is meant to be used with the vms virtual microphone system or the vrs virtual recording studio. Using stateoftheart amplifiers, this super linear and clean circuit preamp is the final step in ensuring that the purest signal is created, giving the vms plugin module the opportunity to add the perfect reproduction of classic. When used with the ml1, the slate digital vmsone preamp provides the ultimate reference signal for the slate digital mic and preamp modeling software. Slate digital vms as vintage mics continue to age and become increasingly rare with even fewer spare parts, prices of these legendary pieces of gear are soaring. Vms algorithms add zero latency, so recording in realtime through the emulations is easy on a new powerful native system get your slate pro audio vms one virtual microphone today at the guaranteed lowest price from sam ash with our 45day return and 60day price protection policy. The vms one preamp, designed by famed audio designer paul wolff, uses the most state of the art amplifiers to ensure the absolute most linear response. Slate digital vms virtual microphone system features. Ipas vms is a video management system app that allows authorized on the go. Review slate digital classic tubes 3 for slate virtual microphone. Slate digital virtual microphone system sound on sound. Combined with the slate digital tube microphone modeling software, it can sound. Vms plugin software, with a collection of classic mic and preamp models. Using a super clean and transparent microphone and preamplification chain in conjunction with the vms software, the virtual microphone. Exact characteristics of the best vintage tube microphone examples on the planet were painstakingly digitally modeled to within the smallest detail, enabling the user to have a virtual.
Reverb is a marketplace bringing together a widespanning community to buy, sell, and discuss all things music gear. Slate digital vms how does using a different preamp. Installers, drivers, and expansion packs for everything included in the slate digital all access pass. Audition signal chains faster, easier, and in real time with the slate vmr. The all access pass includes all of the awardwinning slate plugins, worth thousands of dollars. As a microphone fanatic, james is embracing the new technological trend in microphone emulation. Its bright but not harsh, with a smooth midrange and. Oct 30, 2015 introducing the virtual microphone system from slate digital. It is a part of slate digitals virtual microphone system, which digitally manipulates the ml1s output to recreate the sound of numerous vintage microphone and preamp combinations. Slate digital vms studio economik proaudio recording. This delivers a colorationfree signal that, when routed through slates vms microphonepreamp modeling software, gives you a mouthwatering selection of.
The slate digital vms virtual microphone system uses slate digitals groundbreaking modeling technology to recreate the exact characteristics of the industrys most sought classic tube microphones, as well as two of the industrys most classic microphone preamps. When combined with a slate digital vmsone mic preamp or vrs8 audio interface, and their incredible vms software, the ml1 supplies you with unprecedented. Uniquely, classic tubes 3 supplements your vms mic arsenal with five new lush, vintage, and warm tube mics. The slate digital vms virtual microphone system includes a supertransparent microphone and slates impressive vms microphonepreamp modeling software. Slate digital vms virtual microphone system sweetwater. The slate digital vms virtual microphone system includes an.
Mar 16, 2017 slate digital have taken that idea and built a complete system which removes as many of those variables as possible. The slate vms comes as a package of both hardware and software. Slate academy is slate digital s very own online audio masterclass portal. Compressor eq equalizer mastering mixing vst vstfx. Combined with the slate digital tube microphone modeling software, it can sound like. Its ideal for drum overheads, acoustic guitars, and string instruments. In this way, it can serve as the unpainted canvas on which youd apply the digital color of slates. Review slate vms virtual microphone system youtube. The ml1 into the vms1 will and should sound brighter and flatter than a ribbon into a tube mic pre. Everyone here at sweetwater is excited about slate digital vms. For sale is a slate digital vms virtual microphone system which includes the ml1 microphone, vmsone linear microphone preamp, and software virtual preamp collection and classic tube microphones.
The slate digital vms virtual microphone system includes an extremely transparent microphone, a sonically neutral preamp, and slates amazing vms microphonepreamp modeling software and it puts a worldclass virtual mic locker in your recording rig at an amazing price. Slate digital vms virtual microphone system reverb. What you get with the vms is a highquality, large capsule condenser mic, a dedicated ultra linear mic pre and a plugin which contains the modelled mics. Video features tech specs slate digital vmsone preamp product features. Included is a largediaphragm capacitor microphone, a standalone hardware preamp, and the allimportant modelling software, which is downloaded from the slate digital web site. The slate digital virtual recording studio ships with a year license of the all access pass.
Slate digital vms virtual microphone system overview by. Slate digital have taken that idea and built a complete system which removes as many of those variables as possible. Affording just one of these dream mics will remain a dream for many. Introducing the virtual microphone system from slate digital. This large diaphragm mic has a shockmounted, gold sputtered, 6micron capsule and a state of the art fet circuit path that ensures the most linear, flat, and clean blank canvas response. The vms is a native running, hardware software modeling system comprised of the ml1 large diaphragm condenser microphone, ml2 small diaphragm condenser, vms dual preamp converter and vms plugin module. Slate digital was cofounded in 2008 by steven slate and fabrice gabriel, with a mission to create the greatest digital audio tools for professional producers, mixers, and. Slate digital vms classic tubes 3 expansion pack toolfarm. All aspects of the circuit are modeled, including the rich harmonics and saturations that naturally occur when the equalizer is in use. Slate digital vms ml2 modeling condenser microphone the ml2 microphone is the second model in slate digitals awardwinning virtual microphone system. Vms ml2 quick start by steven slate s222 this is a model of a famous small diaphragm tube mic. When used with the ml1, it provides the ultimate reference signal for the slate digital mic and preamp modeling software. The vms is a hybrid system that utilizes an extremely transparent. Using a super clean and transparent microphone and preamplification chain in conjunction with the vms software, the virtual.
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