High-end studio processor manufacturer elysia is proud to announce availability of
the karacter 500 — a discrete class-A stereo saturator symbolising the latest
addition to its line of 500 products — as of November 16…
As a discrete class-A device, the karacter 500 covers a complete sonic spectrum,
including mastering-grade saturation, tube-inspired distortion, and glorious
destruction. Want more? Add THD (total harmonic distortion) generation with soft
touch, wide ranges of asymmetrical low noise clipping, and massive sonic mayhem
— an astonishing array of options are available.
The karacter 500 offers two individual channels that can be used in dual mono,
linked stereo, and Mid/Side configurations, making it a fantastically flexible tool for
any studio or live scenario imaginable. Its unique Color filter network allows for
subtle or extreme harmonics-frequency relation tweaks, while the integrated Mix
control for parallel signal processing helps to dial in just the right amount of
enhancement or grit. Stepped potentiometers ensure fast and precise recall of
earlier settings.
“Gone are the days when only racks full of outboard gear could achieve these
elusive and highly-desirable styles of tonal coloration.’ So says elysia Head of
Development Ruben Tilgner, before adding: “The karacter 500 is the perfect all-in-
one solution; it offers a wide palette of different colors, and all of them sound
beautiful, no matter how hard or gentle you drive it.’
The karacter 500 is made in Germany, exclusively using top-quality components,
gold-plated PCBs, a rugged 4mm aluminium front panel, and solid aluminium knobs.
It is available from any elysia dealer for $975.00 MAP ($1,049.00 MSRP), or 649 €
net (plus VAT where applicable), and is shipping right now.