5088 Spotlight: Studio Richter Mahr
“So many recording studios are hostile environments…we wanted something different, a space that invites creativity.”
How Does It Sound? 5057 Orbit: ITB vs Analog Summing, Silk Red vs Blue (Video)
Customer Spotlight: The Beehive LA / Halsey's Vocal Rack
“We use a ton of RND gear at the Beehive on a day to day basis, raging from DI boxes to the RMP-D8s. We are running Shelford Channels and MBCs and MBPs in almost every set up we do. RND is a staple in the quality of creative services we provide.”
Video: The 5088 Configuration Guide
One of the unique aspects of the 5088 is its modular design – you can start small, and expand the console as time goes on and your needs change. Watch this video to learn about the 5088's expansion & customization options.
Tape Op Reviews the 5254 Dual Diode Bridge Compressor
“It has all the fabulous tone and character of the old-school diode bridge compressors, with a much lower noise floor and far greater control options. The 5254 is a unique-sounding modern classic that stands out to me as one of the most sonically pleasing, versatile new compressors I have heard in many years..”
Customer Spotlight: Aaron Brody
Aaron Brody is a FOH Engineer who has worked with Kurt Vile and the Violators, Broken Social Scene, Waxahatchee, Alvvays, Wild Nothing, and many others. We first started chatting with Aaron on Instagram during a recent Kurt Vile tour, and he was kind enough to do a Spotlight piece with us. Enjoy!
The 5088 Custom LEGO® Building Set is Back (and Better)
Last year, we created a special edition 5088 Custom LEGO® Building set and it was quite well-received, to put it mildly. We only made 150 sets, and they sold out in just a few hours. So we’re doing it again (but better).
Tom Biller’s Home Studio: 5057 Orbit + MBC
Tom Biller (Fiona Apple, Liars, Kate Nash) is a producer, engineer and musician based in Pasadena, CA. He’s owned his 5057 Orbit and MBC for about a year, and graciously offered to walk us through the difference they make in his rig.
In the USA? Check out our new 500-Series Bundles.
Hey USA customers! From now through December 5th 2022, we’re offering two special 500-Series bundles through participating dealers…
A TEC Nomination for the 5025 Dual Shelford Mic Pre
We are delighted to announce that the 5025 Dual Shelford Mic Pre has received a TEC (Technical Excellence and Creativity) Award nomination this year.
Nathanial Murphy Has Questions: A Guitar-Focused Video with CME
RND’s Jonathan Pines recently had a chance to visit Chicago Music Exchange and sit down with their gear demo guru Nathanial Murphy to talk guitar tone, the Shelford Channel, and the RNDI. Here’s what happened!
Hi-Five Studio: From 5059 to 5088
Ryan Rosmann has been a Rupert Neve Designs user for quite some time. His former main rig was a hybrid setup including 16 channels of Shelford 5052 and a 5059 Satellite for summing – but as Ryan’s needs grew, he decided to take the leap and upgrade to a 5088 console.
On Tour with Rage Against The Machine
FOH Engineer Sean "Sully" Sullivan on why he chose the 5059 Satellite and RNHP for this summer's Rage Against The Machine tour.
Vintage King Studio Spotlight: Studio Hill Austin
Veteran recording engineer Gerhard Joost has worked with major artists like Stevie Wonder, Usher, Missy Elliott, and Timbaland – to name a few – and is currently at the helm of Studio Hill Austin, a new recording studio in Austin, Texas that aims to produce “a new sound for the post-pandemic age”.
KMR Demo Room: 5254 Compressor
In this demo video, our friends at KMR put the 5254 to the test so you can hear how it performs on different sources.
Design: Build Quality
Engineers deserve high quality, timeless tools that will last for decades – watch this new video from our Design series to learn more.
Free Aulart Masterclass: Analog Stem Mixing on a 5088 with Matador
A few months ago, we were contacted by the people at Aulart about a masterclass they had just filmed with Matador, a.k.a. Gavin Lynch. They mentioned that Gavin’s 5088 console was prominently featured in his class, and asked if we’d be willing to share an episode (“Analog Stem Mixing”) for free with our fans…
Remembering Rupert on July 31st
Today would have been Rupert’s 96th birthday, and we’re thinking of him fondly.
Customer Spotlight: Jonny Williams
“I’ve been a musician from a very young age and also a mega nerd. I bought a small PA to service local bands when I was 15 and just became more interested in the technical side of music.”
Tony Platt’s Summing Rig
When the man who mixed ‘Back In Black’ and recorded ‘Catch A Fire’ likes your gear, it makes your week much better. Thanks for the kind words, Tony!