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Description

Discover the essence of analog warmth and clarity with the Roll Music RMS216 FOLCROM, a cornerstone for your studio that redefines passive summing. Meticulously designed for the modern producer, this 1U marvel effortlessly bridges vintage vibes with contemporary production needs. Unlike active summing mixers that color your sound with their onboard electronics, the RMS216 FOLCROM allows you to sculpt your sound's character by pairing it with your choice of mic preamp. This innovative approach not only provides unmatched versatility but also introduces a level of texture and tone depth that is genuinely unique to each production. Whether you're aiming for the crispness of solid-state preamps or the lush warmth of tubes, the FOLCROM is your canvas, ready to be painted with the sonic hues of your imagination.

Key Features:

  • 16x2 passive summing architecture for pristine audio blending without coloration.
  • Each channel offers L/C/R assignment, allowing for intricate stereo imaging and placement.
  • Requires external 2-channel mic preamp for gain makeup, offering unparalleled flexibility in tone shaping.
  • Compact 1U size for efficient studio space management.
  • Ideal for producers and engineers seeking to infuse their mixes with the elusive warmth and clarity of analog sound.

Product specs

Brand Roll Music Systems
Model Folcrom RMS216
Finish Two-Tone
Year 2010s
Categories Summing

FAQs

What is the primary function of the Roll Music RMS216 Folcrom?

The Roll Music RMS216 Folcrom is a passive summing mixer designed to combine multiple audio tracks into a stereo output, providing a more analog sound character compared to digital summing.

How many channels can the RMS216 Folcrom handle?

The RMS216 Folcrom can handle up to 16 input channels, allowing for complex mixes to be summed into a stereo output.

Does the RMS216 Folcrom require external power?

No, the RMS216 Folcrom is a passive device and does not require any external power source to operate.

Can the RMS216 Folcrom be used with any DAW?

Yes, the RMS216 Folcrom is compatible with any DAW that allows for multiple outputs, as it functions as an analog summing solution outside the digital environment.

What are the benefits of using a passive summing mixer like the RMS216 Folcrom?

A passive summing mixer like the RMS216 Folcrom can provide a more natural and warm analog sound, enhancing the depth and stereo image of your mixes compared to digital summing.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Enhances stereo field and depth for more presence in mixes

  • Passively sums 16 channels of analog audio

  • Transparent mic level signal output for clean sound

  • Built like a tank, ensuring durability and reliability

  • Simple to use, no complex setup required

  • Allows digital tracks from a DAW to breathe in the analog domain

  • Improves instrument separation and mix clarity

  • Makes plugins and effects sound better post-summing

  • Affordable entry point for exploring analog summing

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See how Kevin Parker uses Roll Music RMS216 FOLCROM

Kevin Parker

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Tame Impala

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Fred Falke

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Alan Braxe & Fred Falke

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