Cre8audio has announced Assembler, a synth-focused analogue audio mixer that delivers vintage console sound with intuitive hands-on control.

Developed in collaboration with Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizers, Assembler blends the warmth of classic analogue mixers with a modern workflow designed for electronic musicians of today.

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At the heart of the mixer is a custom-designed Pittsburgh Modular analogue circuitry that uses signal contouring and soft compression to unify the overall mix. This process emulates the well-loved sonic characteristics of vintage recordings, adding the warmth, cohesion, and character that other mixers often lack.

Assembler also features ten audio inputs split into three distinct mixer channel types to seamlessly integrate with various audio scenarios and workflows. Each input includes a preamp capable of up to 20x gain boost, ideal for boosting line level signals, subtle clarity enhancement, or aggressive signal saturation.

Three assignable aux sends – two stereo returns and one mono return, each with independent gain adjustments – allow for effortless integration of external effects like reverbs and delays or function as sub-mix channels.

Three-segment LED meters, independent headphone Cue, and channel Mutes, meanwhile, ensures precise monitoring during live performances. Channel 1 and 2 add extensive tonal control with vintage-inspired high and low EQ knobs, each offering ±15 dB of boost or cut while all six mono inputs include a dedicated pan control.

Built with ease-of-use in mind, Assembler’s one-knob-per-function layout eliminates menu-diving and maximises immediacy – whether you’re tweaking aux routing or dialling in EQ during a set.
The mixer is equally suited for line-level instrument and Eurorack signals, making it a versatile choice for any setup. And for those looking to explore beyond traditional mixing, Assembler can even self-oscillate, offering noise artists and experimental producers another wild tool for sonic exploration.

Priced at $399.99/€319.99, Assembler is now available for preorder, with shipping expected mid-May 2025.

Learn more at Cre8udio.

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