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Elysia Karacter Stereo Saturator

Discrete Class A stereo saturator in standalone 1u rack unit
MFR# karacter

Product Description

The elysia karacter is a box full of vibrant colors. It covers a complete spectrum including mastering-grade saturation, tube-inspired distortion and glorious destruction. Gone are the days when only racks full of outboard gear could achieve these elusive and highly desirable styles of tonal coloration.

This all-in-one solution offers two separate channels which can be set up for dual mono, linked stereo or linked and unlinked M/S operation. Integrated mix stages for parallel signal processing and the unique Color Control add to its remarkable flexibility.

An amazing special feature of the rack version is its CV capability: By feeding external Control Voltages into the karacter you can modulate or recall its Drive and Mix parameter settings. Create the most organic and vivid sounds out of plain and static sources!

The entire unit is designed with discrete Class A topology, so even the most lo-fi sounds will benefit from the karacter's high-end touch. Enhance your tracks or decimate everything – It's a matter of karacter.

  • 100% Discrete Class-A Topology: Expensive boutique sound made affordable.
  • Mastering-Grade Saturation: Gentle THD generation with a soft characteristic.
  • Tube-Inspired Distortion: Wide ranges of asymmetrical low noise clipping.
  • Glorious Destruction:Turbo Boost for massive sonic mayhem.
  • Bulletproof Lightweight: Aluminum housing, panel and knobs.
  • Control Voltage: Modulation and recall of Drive and Mix.
  • Color Filter: Harmonics-frequency relation tweaks.
  • Dual Mono/Stereo Link/Mid Side: Signal matrix for maximum flexibility.
  • Stepped Controllers: Fast and easy recall guaranteed.
  • Made in Germany: Build quality without compromise.

Product Specifications

Condition New
Tube or Solid State Solid State
Chassis 500 Series
Module Type 500 Series
Module Slot Count 2 Slots

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