Finally, Pro Tools ® sounds like your analog tape machine. Endless Analog introduces a revolutionary device that ties your existing tape machine to your DAW system invisibly.
The Closed Loop Analog Signal Processor (CLASP ®) is a hardware and software system that integrates Analog Tape Recorders with Digital Audio Workstations using a proprietary method called SST ® (sample synchronization technology). CLASP ® delivers a true analog front end recording solution with the sonic character of your tape machine.
CLASP ® works invisibly in the background allowing you to capture all the great warmth off the tape but without impeding the workflow and since you’re not saving endless out takes of tape, CLASP ® is easy on the budget as well.CLASP ® turns your analog tape machine into an analog flavored plug-in, delivering a true analog front end recording solution with all the sonic character of real tape.
Imagine experiencing analog tape recording as fast, effortless and timesaving as Pro Tools ®. With the CLASP ® system you can record using tape while simultaneously maintaining all the speed, flexibility, and editing capabilities that you depend on from your workstation. CLASP ® allows for a seamless analog recording experience where all recording and overdubs are done in real time, and all audio is stored in your Pro Tools session. Record one or several albums using a single reel of tape.
CLASP ™ installs between your mic pre’s, DAW, and tape machine, typically accessible through your patch bay. CLASP ™ is compatible with Pro Tools HD ®, Logic ®, and Nuendo ®, providing 24 tracks of recording. Supported tape machines include Studer, MCI, Otari, 3M, Ampex, Sony, and Tascam. The CLASP ™ software suite includes versions for RTAS, AU, & VST. Once installed, simply set up a recording session inside your DAW, initialize synchronization of your analog recorder to your DAW with CLASP ™, and you are ready to record. Daisy chain up to three CLASP &trade hardware interfaces and synchronize three analog recorders for a total of 72 channels of recording. Use with a 24, 16 or 8 track for tracking sessions or even a 2 track for overdubs. Combine different machines and tape speeds for different tones. With the CLASP &trade the possibilities are endless. Record, listen, and enjoy.
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