Rupert Neve 5052 Shelford (vertical only) Mic Pre / Inductor EQ

Rupert Neve 5052 Shelford

Rupert Neve Shelford 5052 is part of Neve´'s Shelford series of worlds. 5052 is the combination of a classic three-band EQ based on Rupert's vintage design, with the power and flexibility of the Portico II compressor. Sheldord 5052 utilizes a fully discrete, Class-A signal path and high-performance input and output transformers.

The Shelford 5052 is an echo of the simple and efficient 1073 feature. Set with a vertically oriented preamp, high pass filter and 3-band EQ, to which are added modern functions such as the variable silk / texture control from the Portico II series and at the same time pre / Post “tape” operation. Rupert Neve utilizes Class A, discrete, +/- 24V topologies with custom-wound transformers. 5052 captures the soul of Neve´'s classic design without compromise.

General about the Rupert Neve Shelford series

50 years ago, Mr. Rupert Neve in a converted rectory in Little Shelford, England a series of preamp and EQ designs that revolutionized the sound of recorded music. Rupert and his team of engineers, now living in Wimberley, Texas, have carefully combined the very best of these classics with contemporary concepts and components to create the high-voltage Shelford Series model.

The heart of the Shelford series lies in their Class A, discrete, +/- 24V topologies, built up of custom transformers and inductors. Rupert has carefully constructed them so that they sound-wise stand up to his famous 80s series channel modules which he developed during his time at Shelford (1073, 1064, 1081, etc.). It has resulted in Shelford Series designs that capture Neve´'s classic sound and depth and soul, without compromise.
The EQ section is especially inspired by Rupert's previous designs, and has a 3-band EQ based on the highlights of the classic modules.