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Description

Step into a new realm of audio manipulation with the Rupert Neve Designs Portico 5014 Stereo Field Editor. This meticulously crafted effects processor is your gateway to reshaping the stereo field with versatility and precision, making it an essential tool for recording, mixing, and mastering engineers. At its core, the 5014 is an entirely analog device, harnessing the power of Rupert Neve's custom transformer designs to deliver a signature sound.

The Portico 5014 allows you to dynamically adjust the width and depth of your stereo mix, offering you the ability to place elements exactly where you want them in the sound stage. Whether you need to bring a solo instrument to the forefront or enhance the ambience of a room, the 5014 provides the controls you need. Additionally, its difference channel insert and EQ open up new creative possibilities, letting you fine-tune the stereo image with precision.

Perfect for those who demand the highest quality sound, the Portico 5014 doesn't just process audio; it transforms it. Whether working on complex mixes or refining subtle nuances in a recording, this device is engineered to bring out the best in your audio productions.

Key Features:

  • Discrete component circuits with a variable sum and difference network
  • Width control for enhancing or narrowing stereo images
  • Depth control for spatial positioning in the sound stage
  • Difference channel insert for creative manipulation of stereo signals
  • Semi-parametric EQ affecting non-centered material
  • External 15V supply included with every Portico Series module

Product specs

Brand Rupert Neve Designs
Model Portico 5014 Stereo Field Editor
Finish Red / Blue, White
Year 2006 - 2019
Made In United States
Categories Utility

FAQs

What does the Rupert Neve Designs Portico 5014 Stereo Field Editor specifically do?

The Portico 5014 Stereo Field Editor is designed to manipulate and enhance stereo audio signals, offering control over stereo width, depth, and spatial characteristics to improve the stereo image of your recordings.

How does the Stereo Field Editor affect the stereo image of my recordings?

It allows you to adjust the width and depth of the stereo field, helping to create a more immersive and well-defined spatial soundstage in your mixes.

Is the Portico 5014 suitable for both mixing and mastering applications?

Yes, the Portico 5014 is versatile enough for use in both mixing and mastering, providing precise control over stereo imaging to enhance the overall sound quality of your projects.

Does the Portico 5014 require any special connections or power supply?

The Portico 5014 typically requires standard XLR connections for input and output and operates on a standard power supply compatible with studio equipment.

Can the Portico 5014 be used in live sound environments?

While primarily designed for studio use, the Portico 5014 can be integrated into live sound setups to improve stereo imaging and spatial effects in live performances.

Reviews

Critic Reviews

Rupert Neve Designs Portico 5014

soundonsound.com

The Neve Portico 5014 Stereo Field Editor is a masterclass in analogue audio design, expertly blending high-quality sound with practical features like M/S processing and depth control. It enhances stereo imaging while maintaining top-notch audio fidelity, making it invaluable for mastering engineers. However, it lacks a Mid-signal insert, which could limit some users' creative potential. Still, for those serious about analogue mastering, this unit is a must-have, offering exceptional build quality and sonic performance at a reasonable price for its class.

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Rupert Neve Designs: Portico 5014 Stereo Field Editor | Tape Op Magazine | Longform candid interviews with music producers and audio engineers covering mixing, mastering, recording and music production.

tapeop.com

The Neve Portico 5014 Stereo Field Editor brings a wealth of creative manipulation for stereo tracks, enabling engineers to easily adjust depth and width with just a few knobs. While it excels in providing an intuitive user experience and enhancing sound, it falls short with its limitations in independent processing capabilities for Mid and Side signals, requiring workarounds for more advanced users. The LED meters can be tricky to read, and the lack of dual inserts may frustrate those seeking granular control. Overall, it shines as a useful tool for straightforward stereo positioning but may leave seasoned engineers wanting more.

Field Test: Rupert Neve Designs Portico 5014 Field Editor

mixonline.com

The Neve Portico 5014 shines with its innovative mid-side processing capabilities but falters due to significant limitations. While it effectively enhances stereo mixes and offers useful controls for width and depth, the absence of inserts for the mid channel cripples its functionality, making it less versatile for mastering tasks. Additionally, the lack of detents on knobs complicates precise adjustments. At a hefty price of $1,795, its ability to perform only half the job feels like a missed opportunity, leaving users wishing for a more complete solution in the crowded outboard processor market.

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See how Chris Martin uses Rupert Neve Designs Portico 5014 Stereo Field Editor

Chris Martin

Singer, Guitarist

Coldplay

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Mentioned by mixing engineer Michael Brauer as being used on "Violet Hill" in this Sound on Sound interview about the production of Viva la Vida & Death and All of His Friends.

Keyboards: Urei LA3A, Focusrite 115 HD, Neve Portico 5014

"The piano had my regular piano insert, which is two Urei LA3As going into my prototype Focusrite stereo 115 HD EQ. For some additional width I sent it to a Neve Portico 5014 Sound Field Editor. No reverb. I left the intro ambience as it was given to me. The keys had nothing on them either, not even EQ, jut flat, panned left and right. A lot of the tracks had hardly any EQ on them. Again, they did their homework and got the sounds that they wanted and didn't leave me to reinvent the song. What they wanted from me was to get their vision out there. That's my job."

See how Kid Rock uses Rupert Neve Designs Portico 5014 Stereo Field Editor

Kid Rock

Guitarist, Rapper

The Twisted Brown Trucker

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Verified via STEVEN DURR DESIGNS

Kid Rock uses the Neve Portico 5014 Stereo Field Editor as part of his studio setup, as detailed by Steven Durr Designs.

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