Simply Exquisite... 
by Mike Pope/MixCritique.com from SoCal, March 2004

"If you are considering a 747, chances are you already know of Avalon's sterling reputation. The 747 meets those expectations head on - and delivers; offering two separate signal paths (tube or solid-state), for great sonic flexibility. Want "tube warmth" - got it. Don't need it on this project, no problem; flip a switch, you have clean Class A sound (with a TON of headroom!).

I use one in my mastering chain, sending the 2-buss out of an Akai DPS24, into the Avalon 747, and finally into an Alesis Masterlink. The compression is typical Avalon; top shelf. Frequency bands on the EQ were specifically designed for mastering applications and couldn't be better picked. You can easily roll-off the power-robbing LF "mud" in a mix, add clariy in the mids, and a distinct sheen on HF's. Or not.


Another great option is being able to use the 747 on keyboards and stereo guitars. While it lacks mic pre's, the unit can work wonders on a key patch, and gives a 3-dimensional feel to guitar processors, defining solos and bringing them "out" in a mix.


Very pleased with my purchase - you will be too. It's helped my masters sound more professional and it will help yours as well. Take the plunge - you won't regret it!

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