Soviet Pentode Colour Module
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Soviet Pentode | USSR NOS Tube Pentode Colour Module
- Thermionic Valve Saturation Colour Module
- Class A Operation
- Pentode / Triode Mode
- NOS Military Grade USSR Tube
- Low Power Consumption
- Low Voltage – Safe to Use
- On-Board Regulator and Filters
- Compatible with DIYRE Colour Format
The Soviet Pentode is a true Class A tube saturation Colour Module. The Soviet Pentode is built with sub-miniature, military grade, USSR made, NOS thermionic valve.
The Soviet Pentode can operate in Triode or the Pentode Mode. Each mode offers different Saturation characteristic which results in different tonal results.
The Triode Mode has lower gain, produces mainly second harmonics and the sound is warmer, more mellow.
The Pentode Mode delivers 3dB higher gain, overdrives much quicker, produces more of 3rd and 5th harmonics and the sound is more bright and crisp.
Both Operation Modes add natively occurring tube compression.
The Module does not use any DC/DC converter and does not contain dangerous high voltage.
Low-Power Miniature Valve
The Soviet Pentode Colour Module uses the Low-Power NOS Military Valve designed for operation in Low-Voltage conditions.
No under-voltage of the Tube is happenning. The Soviet Pentode valve works accorcing to the specification sheet producing rich palette of charmonics.
HD Audio Samples
Stereo Samples recorded with C2584
Stranger Synth - Dry
Stranger Synth - Soviet Pentode - Triode Mode | More Drive
Stranger Synth - Soviet Pentode - Triode Mode + Discrete Line Driver | More Drive
Stranger Synth - Soviet Pentode - Pentode Mode + Discrete Line Driver | More Drive
E-piano - Dry
E-piano - Soviet Pentode - Triode Mode | More Drive
E-piano - Soviet Pentode - Pentode Mode | More Drive
E-piano - Soviet Pentode + Discrete Line Driver - Pentode Mode | More Drive
Drums - Dry
Drums - Soviet Pentode - Pentode Mode | More Drive
Drums - Soviet Pentode + Discrete Line Driver - Pentode Mode | More Drive
Track Mastering - Dry
Track Mastering - Soviet Pentode - Pentode Mode
Track Mastering - Soviet Pentode + Discrete Line Driver - Pentode Mode
The US Pentode Compared to the Soviet
The US Pentode Colour Module shares some similarities with the Soviet Pentode Colour Module. Both Colour Modules have the Pentode/Triode selectable operation mode and can operate at lower, safe voltage without sacrificing the performance.
The difference is in the type of tonal results which both tube colour modules can provide.
The Soviet Pentode produces darker and bit lo-fi tone, especially in the Triode mode. If you are looking for an old-school sound for your synth or vocal, the Soviet Pentode is a perfect choice.
The US Pentode will produce more “Hi-Fi” tone, brighter, with a glass-like shine. If you wish to add some sparkles to the guitar or vocal, you should choose the US Pentode.
Learn more about the US Pentode ->
HRK Soviet Pentode vs LTL Pentode Colour Module
Colour Module |
HRK Soviet Pentode |
LTL Pentode Colour Module |
Valve |
USSR NOS Pentode | NOS Raytheon 6418 |
Pentode Mode |
Yes | Yes |
Triode Mode
|
Yes | No |
Discrete Components |
Yes | No |
Integrated Circuits |
No | Yes |
Comparison between LTL Pentode Colour Module and the Soviet Pentode Colour Module – read more.
User Review
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Soviet Pentode Colour Module
I took a moment to try them on stems. The Soviet Pentode is amazing!
Perfect to add that tube amp like breakup on a clean guitar track for example.
The Line Driver seemed to be the cleanest of all three.
I definitively need to try the different jumper configurations. Would be interested to have your opinion on this one !
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Links:
How to Use and Install DIYRE Colour Format Modules
HRK Colour Modules – True Analogue Plugins – FAQ
Specification
Input Impedance: 10k
Gain: up to 4dB – Pentode Mode
Phase Reverse: Yes
Power Consumption: 30mA
Note: Due to the tolerance of parameters which may occur between NOS USRR tubes, the overall performance of the colour modules, including the output level, may slightly vary between the individual tube colour modules within the production batch. Any difference can be compensated by the level control of the Colour Preamp or Processor.
The Soviet Pentode colour module may produce the noise floor which will should not be audible in normal condition. If the noise floor is audible, please make sure that there is no additional gain stage after the colour preamp or colour processor which may amplify the overall noise floor.
Dumentation
How to Use and Install DIYRE Colour Format Modules
Colour FAQ Section
The Main FAQ Section
Item Condition
Brand New, Assembled and Tested.
Every single HRK product is carefully tested with Audio Precision test equipment before the shipping to ensure hassle-free operation.
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