FBS has acquired yet another piece of NEVE outboard gear.   Designed in 1972, the 1081 was originally conceived as a combined mic/line preamp and equalizer section for the Neve modular consoles. A glance through the credits on today’s platinum-selling albums reveals that these vintage consoles are still widely used to great effect, confirming the 1081’s status as a truly classic component in a recording front-end or mixing environment. We are still hand-building 1081 modules in Burnley, UK much the same way as the original modules, using the original components, hand-wound transformers, and time-honed construction methods.

The 1081 provides remarkable sensitivity, fast and musical response to transients, plus inimitable Neve equalization featuring effective high- and low-pass filters designed to separate unwanted signal outside the passband. This gives users a flexible tool with which to shape new sounds and control any part of the audio spectrum. The curves and slopes have been carefully tailored to enable users to exercise maximum technical and artistic skill.

Over three decades of engineers have found the 1081 an indispensable tool for recording and mixing drums, bass and percussion. 

Jellyneck is a progressive hard rock act, featuring elements of heavy metal, punk and rock and roll all tied into one. This 4 piece includes: vocals, guitar, bass and drums. The band writes heavy songs that are groove based, aggressive and modern sounding.  Jason Lackie & Bryce Francis tracking Jellyneck’s EP and Dudley Taft will be mixing this session.  Great job guys I can’t wait the hear the finished product.

  This last week I was at the Seattle Vintage Guitar Show and I purchased a Mid-1950 Masco PA head that has been converted to a harp/guitar head.  I had the Masco recapped by Roger at Guitarville.  This is a 25 watt head that breaks up very nicely at 3/4 or full volume.  I tested it through our mid-1960 Marshall 4×12 cabinet with Greenbacks, this next week I plan on trying it through a 1×12 and 4×10 cab.  

  This was a diamond in the rough find, and will be used on many upcoming sessions to get a tone that no other Seattle studio has.  This photo is courtesy of Skip Simmons