Crystal Sound Recording Studios/Crystal Industries, Inc. Collection - Crystal Industries Recording Studio was set up in Los Angeles in 1967 by Andrew Berliner and became one of the most successful recording studios in Southern California. Studio A’s client list included Barbara Streisand, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, James Taylor, Eric Clapton, Marvin Gaye, and The Byrds. But it was most famous for Stevie Wonder’s ‘Songs In The Key Of Life’ and ‘The Secret Life Of Plants’, which inspired the marquetry in the picture.
The Sound of Hollywood’s Golden Era
Secret is the sixth addition to the Boutique Collection, meticulously emulating an ultra-rare, hand-built American console that defined the sound of one of Hollywood’s most iconic studios during the 1970s. It’s a sonic time capsule designed to bring unparalleled warmth and depth to digital productions.
Key Features
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Exclusive Signal Path: A full channel strip featuring a musical EQ, a versatile compressor, and a rich preamp section, all captured from elusive vintage hardware.
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"Alive" Control: A standout feature that introduces subtle analog instabilities and harmonic shifts, making the emulation feel truly organic and "alive."
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Vintage American Tone: Known for its rich analog warmth and clarity, Secret excels at adding "weight" and "expensive" character to any source.
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Hyper Engine Efficiency: Despite its complex sonic footprint, Secret is highly optimized for modern DAWs, offering smooth performance and high transient accuracy.
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Aria Graphical Interface: A responsive, resizable GUI with advanced metering ensures a professional and intuitive workflow.
Pro Tip: Experiment with the Alive control especially on group buses. It breaks up digital static and helps instruments blend together more naturally, much like a real analog desk would.
Company: Acustica Audio