Focusrite ISA220 Mono Channel Strip

Highly regarded pre-amp with powerful EQ.

ISA220 Mono Channel Strip description:

The Focusrite ISA220 Mono Channel Strip. Highly reagrded pre-amp with powerful EQ.

The Focusrite ISA220 Session Pack provides all you need to record your session with precision and Focusrite sonic performance. It features many of the original circuits of the flagship ISA 430 Producer Pack along with some new features of its own. A Classic Focusrite transformer-based mic pre. Focusrite EQ featuring elements of the original ISA 110 equalization circuit. Hi and Lo pass filters. Precision VU metering of input level or compressor gain reduction (switchable). Focusrite discrete Class A VCA compressor design with order of compressor and EQ modules switchable from the front panel. New Blend feature allows uncompressed dynamics to be merged with the compressed path. De-esser with design based on optical technology. De-esser listen mode for independent monitoring of isolated sibilant signals. The ISA 220's frequency-adaptive limiter prevents critical digital audio overloads. Optional stereo A/D 24-bit/96kHz Delta Sigma converter dithers down to 20 or 16 bits.

The main features of the Focusrite ISA220 include:

Highly regarded for its pre-amp and EQ quality
Precision VU metering of input level or compressor gain reduction (switched)
6 LED Digital Output meters for both internal and external inputs
Classic Focusrite transformer based Mic pre
Switched High and Low pass filter controls
Switched High and Low shelving filter frequency controls
Optional Stereo A/D 24 bit 96 KHz Delta Sigma converter running at 128KHz oversampling - dithers down to 20 or 16 bit
Proprietory Focusrite discrete Class A VCA Compressor side chain design for lower distortion and Noise performance
Illuminated push button for switching the compressor between pre and post EQ
New Blend feature for adding dynamics into the compressed signal path
New De-esser design based on optical technology for lower distortion and transparency
'De- esser Listen' for precise control over sibilance
Frequency adaptive limiter to avoid critical digital overs
Mic (rear panel XLR), line, and instrument (front panel) inputs
Global bypass switch