Features

• Proprietary DSP-based acoustic modeling allows any reasonable quality microphone to sound like any of a wide variety of high-end studio mics.
• Models reproduce the effects of windscreens, low-cut filters, pattern-dependent frequency response and proximity effects
• Create hybrid mics that combine the bass response of one mic with the treble response of another Add a model of classic tube saturation distortion
• Use during mixdown to change the mic on an already recorded track
• Incredibly simple to use -- simply select the mic you're using and the mic you want it to sound like
• Includes an extensive collection of digital models of historical classics, modern exotics, and industry-standard workhorses
• Additional models can be downloaded from the Antares web site

If you have spend any time lately flipping through the pages of pro-audio magazines, you've almost certainly noticed the intense focus on microphones. From the proliferation of exotic new mics to the almost cult-like following of certain historical classics, never has the choice been greater. Or the prices higher. A perfect time, in fact, for Antares to introduce their new Microphone Modeler. Using their patented Spectral Shaping Tool (TM) technology, they have created precise digital models of a wide variety of microphones, from historical classics to modern exotics, as well as a selection of industry-standard workhorses. Simply tell the Microphone Modeler what microphone you are actually using and what microphone you'd like it to sound like. It's as simple as that.

Not only do the models reproduce all of the subtle sonic characteristics that make each microphone unique, but they also give you control of each mic's specific options. Does the mic have a low cut filter? If so, it's in the model. Wind screen on or off? Close or far placement? Each option results in the same sonic effect that it would have with the actual modeled mic. And for that final touch of perfection, you can even add some tasty tube saturation. With the Microphone Modeler, you can afford to record every track through a model of the specific mic that will produce the ideal sound you're looking for. Or use it in live performance to get the sound of mics you'd never consider bringing on stage. You can even use it during mixdown to effectively change the mic on an already recorded track. And with the ability to download new models http://www.antarestech.com/files/micmoddl.html from Antare's web site, the Microphone Modeler will always keep you at the forefront of the microphone art.

The Microphone Modeler was initially only available as a plug-in for the TDM and MAS environments, but can now be used with DirectX and Mac VST. And for those who prefer a self-contained solution, there is a stand-alone rack-mount processor. And best of all, whichever version you choose, you can expect to pay substantially less than even a single modestly exotic mic. Modeled Microphones (Updated!)

The following is the list of the mics that is shipped with Mic Modeler. There is a lot more in the pipeline and they will be adding mics to the "New Arrivals" list below as their modeling is completed. If you'd like to see Antare model a mic that's currently not on the list, email your suggestion to: sales@unityaudio.co.uk with the words "Mic Suggestion" in the subject line. They can't promise that they'll be able to model every one, but if they see certain mics getting a lot of votes, they'll do our best to have them included.

Please Note: All trademarks appearing below are the property of their respective owners. The following manufacturer names and model designations are used solely to identify the microphones analysed in the development of our digital models and do not in any way imply any association with or endorsement by any of the named manufacturers.

• AKG C12A; C414; C414B/ULS Limited Edition Gold; C414B/ULS Modified by Audio Upgrades; 460B/CK61-ULS; D112; C1000S; D790; C3000; C4000B
• Alesis AM61
• Audio-Technica ATM-11; ATM-31; AT853Rx; AT3525; AT4047/SV; AT4033a/SM; AT4050; AT4055; AT4060
• Audix D4; OM2; OM3-xb; OM5
• B & K 4007 beyerdynamic M-500 Limited Edition Classic; MC-834; CK-703
• B.L.U.E. Blueberry; Mouse; The Bottle
• Brauner VM1
• CAD Equitek E100; Equitek E200; Equitek E350; C400s; VSM1; 95Ni
• Coles 4038
• Groove Tubes MD1
• Earthworks Z30x; TC30K
• ElectroVoice N/D357; PL20
• Lawson L47MP
• Manley Labs Reference Gold
• MicroTech Gefell UM 800
• Neumann U47; U 87; U 87 70th Anniversary Gold Edition; M 149; TLM 193; KM 184; TLM103
• Oktava MC-012; MK-319
• RCA BK5A
• Rode NT1; NT2; NTV
• Royer R-121
• Sennheiser MD421; MD441; E609; E835S
• Shure Beta 52; Beta 57A; Beta 87A; Beta 98D/S; SM7A; SM57; SM58; SM81; SM98A; KSM32; VP88
• Sony C800G; C48; C37P
• Telefunken U-47 (Original Tube)

New Arrivals

Here are some newly modeled mics that we've completed since the release of the v1.0 CD-ROM. They're available for download now.

• AKG Solidtube
• Audix SCX1
• Shure Beta 58
• Soundelux U95S

Here are some additional mics that are currently being modeled. They'll be available for downloading very soon.

• AEA R44C
• Audix D1; OM6; CX111
• Behringer ECM8000; Ultravoice XM8500
• Brauner Valvet
• CAD VSM1
• Neumann U 89i
• Oktava MK-219
• RCA 77dx
• Tannoy Large Vintage Ribbon; Small Vintage Ribbon