Detail 01
2-band Shelf EQ
Each band has ±9 dB gain; LF spans 30 Hz–240 Hz and HF spans 3 kHz–24 kHz.
Product detailSKU #1500000410244
Rupert Neve DesignsMBT Master Bus Transformer
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A master-bus transformer processor with shelf EQ, optical compression, and Super Silk harmonic shaping for tonal coloration.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Full mixes, groups, stems, and individual sources
- Users seeking adjustable harmonic color, saturation, and transient clipping
- Parallel compression workflows with low-end-preserving sidechain filtering
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Users seeking an uncolored processing approach
- Those needing specifications beyond the controls and dimensions stated here
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Color Comp
An optical compressor with 2:1 or 5:1 ratio settings, a 20 Hz–350 Hz sidechain high-pass filter, and Blend control.
Detail 03
Super Silk
Red emphasizes upper-mid/high harmonics, while Blue emphasizes low/low-mid harmonics.
Detail 04
Output Trim
Allows attenuation after Super Silk for gain staging.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The compressor offers fixed 2:1 and 5:1 ratios.
- 02Its sidechain high-pass filter can leave low frequencies less affected by compression.
- 03Super Silk includes separate Red, Blue, Harmonics, and Zener Drive controls.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What sources can the MBT be used on?
It is described as suitable for full mixes, groups, stems, and individual sources.
02What EQ ranges does it provide?
The LF shelf ranges from 30 Hz to 240 Hz, and the HF shelf ranges from 3 kHz to 24 kHz; each has ±9 dB gain control.
03Can the compressor preserve low-end information?
Yes. Its variable high-pass sidechain filter spans 20 Hz to 350 Hz, allowing low frequencies to pass through while compression focuses on the remaining signal.
04What does the Blend control do?
It lets the Color Comp be used in parallel with the uncompressed source material.
Reference
Full specifications
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