The Rupert Neve 535 is a premium 500 Series diode bridge compressor designed for modern tracking, mixing, and mastering applications. Combining classic Neve warmth and punch with advanced timing controls, internal parallel processing, and precise metering, the 535 delivers both musical coloration and versatile dynamics control for professional studios.
Key Features
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Threshold Control – Sets the level where compression begins, from -25 dB to +20 dB.
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Six-Position Ratio Control – Choose compression slopes from 1.5:1 to 8:1 for subtle to aggressive dynamics shaping.
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Advanced Timing Control – Six selectable attack/release presets, with a Fast switch to double the speed for punchier compression.
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Blend Control – 31 detents allow mixing of uncompressed (dry) and compressed (wet) signals for internal parallel compression.
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Gain Control – 31 detents to add make-up gain, ensuring the output matches your desired level.
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Comp In Switch – Engages the compression circuit.
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Link Switch – Link two compressors for stereo operation.
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Sidechain HPF – 12 dB/octave 150 Hz high-pass filter reduces low-frequency triggering for tighter, cleaner compression.
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LED Meters – Display output level and gain reduction for accurate visual feedback.
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Stepped Controls – Fully detented rotary controls for repeatable and precise settings.
Sonic Performance
The 535 captures classic Neve diode bridge tone with modern refinements. Its fully detented controls and sidechain high-pass filtering make it ideal for vocals, drums, guitars, bass, or stereo mixes, delivering punch, clarity, and musical warmth. Parallel compression via the Blend control adds flexibility, allowing engineers to craft both subtle dynamics and dramatic, larger-than-life compression.
Signal Path
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Line Input → Line Output
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Source Impedance = 40 Ω balanced
Impedance
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Input Impedance: 10 kΩ
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Output Impedance: 40 Ω
Levels
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Max Input Level: +23.5 dBu
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Max Output Level: +23.5 dBu
Noise
Frequency Response
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10 Hz – 120 kHz (30 ft XLR cable): ±0.25 dB
THD+N
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1 kHz @ Maximum Output Level, 22 Hz – 22 kHz: 0.001%
