Drawmer

Drawmer

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Also known as: Drawmer Electronics

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Founded in 1982 by Ivor Drawmer (1943–2023) in Yorkshire, England, Drawmer Electronics is a professional audio equipment manufacturer known for dynamics processors, preamps, equalisers, and monitor controllers. The company's first product, the DS201 Dual Noise Gate, was the world's first frequency-conscious noise gate, transforming what had been a simple on/off device into a creative production...

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Founded in 1982 by Ivor Drawmer (1943–2023) in Yorkshire, England, Drawmer Electronics is a professional audio equipment manufacturer known for dynamics processors, preamps, equalisers, and monitor controllers. The company's first product, the DS201 Dual Noise Gate, was the world's first frequency-conscious noise gate, transforming what had been a simple on/off device into a creative production tool. The 1960 Mic Preamp/Vacuum Tube Compressor, introduced in 1984, became one of the most widely used studio outboard units in the world, tracked with by artists including Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton, Madonna, Stevie Wonder, and Lady Gaga.

Drawmer's product line spans studio dynamics (compressors, gates, limiters), the 1970s range of preamps and equalisers (including the 1971 parametric EQ and 1973 three-band FET compressor), 500-series modules, monitor controllers such as the MC2.1 and MC3.1, and installation products for broadcast and live sound. The company also offers software plug-ins developed in collaboration with Softube. Drawmer has developed several proprietary technologies over the years, including Programme Adaptive gating circuitry and Zero Overshoot limiting.

All Drawmer products are designed and hand-built in the United Kingdom. The company's hardware can be found in major recording studios, broadcast facilities, and live venues worldwide, and its dynamics processors are particularly regarded for their musicality and reliability in professional audio applications.

Drawmer has 37 products cataloged on Equipboard, including Effects Processors, Studio Monitor Management, and Channel Strips. Their gear is featured by 56 artists, with the strongest followings in Electronic, Rock, and Pop. Notable users include Robert Del Naja, Daniel Miller, and Liam Howlett. Most Drawmer products sit firmly in the high-end, boutique range.

Artists Who Use Drawmer

Robert Del Naja uses 3 Drawmer products

Robert Del Naja

Singer · Massive Attack

Daniel Miller uses 3 Drawmer products

Daniel Miller

Keyboardist, Music Producer

Liam Howlett uses 2 Drawmer products

Liam Howlett

Music Producer · The Prodigy

Skee Mask uses 2 Drawmer products

Skee Mask

Music Producer

Lorn uses 2 Drawmer products

Lorn

Music Producer

Meat Beat Manifesto uses 2 Drawmer products

Meat Beat Manifesto

Music Producer · The Orb vs. Meat Beat Manifesto

Jody Wisternoff uses 2 Drawmer products

Jody Wisternoff

Music Producer · Way Out West

JOYCA uses 2 Drawmer products

JOYCA

Composer, DJ

David Ferguson uses 2 Drawmer products

David Ferguson

Keyboardist, Composer · Random Hold

Paul McCartney uses 1 Drawmer product

Paul McCartney

Singer, Bassist · The Beatles

Kevin Shields uses 1 Drawmer product

Kevin Shields

Guitarist, Singer · My Bloody Valentine

Billy Corgan uses 1 Drawmer product

Billy Corgan

Singer, Guitarist · The Smashing Pumpkins

Tony Iommi uses 1 Drawmer product

Tony Iommi

Guitarist, Keyboardist · Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes

Eric Clapton uses 1 Drawmer product

Eric Clapton

Guitarist · Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes

Steve Vai uses 1 Drawmer product

Steve Vai

Guitarist · Whitesnake

Robin Guthrie uses 1 Drawmer product

Robin Guthrie

Guitarist · Cocteau Twins

Richard Zven Kruspe uses 1 Drawmer product

Richard Zven Kruspe

Guitarist · Rammstein

Bernard Sumner uses 1 Drawmer product

Bernard Sumner

Singer, Guitarist · Joy Division

Bob Mould uses 1 Drawmer product

Bob Mould

Guitarist, Singer · Hüsker Dü

Page Hamilton uses 1 Drawmer product

Page Hamilton

Guitarist · Helmet

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rettervondunkel

rettervondunkel

Gear IQ 770

warthog_alien

warthog_alien

Gear IQ 139

global_wave

global_wave

Gear IQ 402

ryan_kay

ryan_kay

Gear IQ 59

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