Solid State Driver | Transformer Saturation Colour Module
Inspired by Classic British Design
Adds the Midrange Weight and Space
Adds Transformer Saturation and Compression
Class A Discrete / IC Circuitry
4K Mode
DC Coupled Output Transformer
Asymmetric Clipping at Overdrive
Even Harmonics from Transformer
Selected NOS Transistors
Selected Integrated Circuit
High Headroom Capabilities
Ideal for Mastering and Tracking
Compatible with DIYRE Colour Format
The Solid State Driver is a Saturation Transfomer Colour Module inspired by the sound of the famous large-format mixing desks manufactured in Oxford, UK.
The Solid State Driver is built with Class A gain stage, made of discrete transistors and integrated circuit operational amplifiers which drives the output transformer.
The 4K Mode based on the inductor filter adds the high-mid resonance to the signal further emphasising the large console tone.
The 4K Mode is not an EQ, it enhances the specific harmonics and can be very useful for processing mid-range instruments, for example, the snare, vocal or the drum set.
The Solid State Driver produces a wide range of harmonics, mainly even, making the sound stage more open and vivid.
Similar to what you would expect from a large format mixing desk. The Solid State Driver has high headroom capabilities and is ideal for mastering or tracking.
The Solid State Driver along with other colour modules from Solid State Line can create the perfect mastering setup delivering unique tone flavours of a classic solid-state console.
Stereo Drum Set – 96k Audio Samples
Note: HD 96k/24bit samples won’t play on MS Internet Explorer
Samples were recorded using a pair of C572 in the stereo configuration. All samples are level matched. Stereo Track.
Drum Set – DRY
Drum Set – Solid State Driver
Drive/Trim Knob set to 50%, Blend Knob – 100% Wet, 4K Mode: OFF
Drum Set – Solid State Driver – 4K Mode
Drive/Trim Knob set to 50%, Blend Knob – 100% Wet, 4K Mode: ON
Female Vocal – 96k Audio Samples
Note: HD 96k/24bit samples won’t play on MS Internet Explorer
Samples were recorded using a pair of C572. All samples are level matched. Mono track.
Female Vocal – DRY
Female Vocal – Solid State Driver
Drive/Trim Knob set to 50%, Blend Knob – 100% Wet, 4K Mode: OFF
Female Vocal – Solid State Driver – 4K Mode
Drive/Trim Knob set to 50%, Blend Knob – 100% Wet, 4K Mode: ON
How to use the Solid State Driver Colour Module.
The Solid State Driver is easy to use saturation colour module. In low levels of drive, the saturation will be suttle.
For medium levels of drive, the compression effect will become audible.
At the overdrive level, the asymmetric clipping will produce audible levels of THD.
HRK Colour Modules – True Analogue Plugins!
Colour Modules are Hardware Analogue Plugins made with NOS Discrete Components and Valves which add pleasing harmonics and subtle saturation to the signal, delivering the sonic results of the Vintage Studio Equipment for a fraction of the Price!
Each Colour Module is different and uniquely impacts the sound.
You can use the Colour Modules for Recording, Tracking and Mastering.
What benefit I will get from Colour Modules?
The modern DAW systems can produce great results, but most of the sound engineers and music producers will admit that the mix produced with DAW is missing something… some special ingredient, which is the analogue magic.
This is why the big recording studios have racks filled with vintage preamps, compressors and equalizers.
The HRK Colour Modules are real Analogue Plugins which will help you to make better recording and mixes standing out from the crowd.
Item Condition
Brand New, Assembled and Tested.
Every single HRK product is carefully tested with Audio Precision test equipment before shipping to ensure hassle-free operation.
Specification
Basic Specification:
Input Impedance
10k
Output impedance
100R maximum
Gain
0dB
Phase Reverse
None
Current Consumption
10mA
Format
DIYRE Colour Format
All HRK Colour Modules are fully compatible with DIYRE Colour FormatAll HRK Colour Processor and Preamps fully compatible with DIYRE Colour FormatAll HRK 500 products are fully compatible with API 500 Format
All Items are dispatched from Poland in the European Union within 1-3 working days.
Country / Region
Shipping Cost
Customs Fee
VAT
All 27 European Union Countries
– 9.99USD for orders below 249USD
– FREE shipping for orders over 249USD
NO Customs Fees
– Yes, for personal orders
– Not charged with the EU VAT number
United Kingdom
– 9.99USD for orders below 249USD
– FREE shipping for orders over 249USD
NO Customs Fees
No VAT charged. The VAT is collected by HMRC.
USA
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NO Customs Fees for orders up to 800USD – charged by the USA Customs Office
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Australia
– 14.99USD for orders below 299USD
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Switzerland
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Russia, Ukraine,
Belarus
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Worldwide destinations
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VAT and Customs Fees
For non-business orders from the EU, the VAT will be added at the checkout.
Custom Fees for EU Customers will be not charged.
VAT is removed automatically for orders from outside the EU.
Orders from the USA below 800USD are FREE from customs tax.
EU Business Customers
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Please enter your EU VAT Number at the checkout and the VAT will be deducted from the Total Payment.
The VAT number is automatically checked in the VIES database.
Non-EU Customers
Customers from outside the EU can purchase the items with no VAT.
Please select the destination country and the VAT will be removed automatically.
If the VAT is not removed, please email customer service via the contact form and custom invoice will be issued.
Orders from the USA below 800USD are customs tax free.
Payment Options:
You can pay for your order with any Credit Card!
No account needed.
7 Days Return Policy
Our return policy is a part of the general Terms & Condition which you have to acknowledge at the checkout.
We stand for fair rules and a win-win approach. We understand that our customers may wish to return the product and we do provide such option. However, because we are a small company we can’t afford to run a grade B outlet shop like big distributors and provide the 30 days return period.
We can’t also scrap every returned unit. We could charge our customers more to offset the cost of the returns, this is what major distributors do. Or we can keep our prices low and hope that our customers will appreciate our policy.
This is why we provide the 7 days test period after receiving the package with the ordered items and if you wish to return the item we will accept the return request, providing that the item is not damaged and we can resell the product with minimal loss for the company.
If the item is damaged during the transport we will do our best to help you and provide the replacement product.
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