Albums include i hear a new world, part 1, the alchemist of pop. Its based on the same design as joemeeks acclaimed oneq, sporting a mic pre. I used the transformer in the circuit, giving me a welldefined, full kick sound. In addition to mic, line, and instrument inputs and aesebu and spdif optical and coaxial outputs, the oneq boasts an iron switch, which alters the. Joe meek 19291967 was an incredibly imaginative and progressive independent record producer and songwriter.
Weve said it before specifically in an october 2012 post about the ultimately successful kickstarter campaign for music documentary a life in the death of joe meek but it bears repeating. Joes first hit from this location was a number one john leytons johnny remember me written by geoff goddard who collaborated with joe on a lot of songs. And, along with an analog output, the sixq microphone preamp also lets you output digitallydirect to your sound card or daw. Shop live sound speakers, amplifiers, accessories at performanceaudio. As far as introductions to his 1960 cult classic album go, its hard to top. I knew exactly what sound i needed and got it in a couple minutes, ready to record. Get the guaranteed best price on channel strips like the joemeek oneq2 2u deluxe channel strip at musicians friend. Joemeek oneq2 master studio channel oneq2 greentoe pro audio. We are seattles best pro sound and recording equipment shop. Using the oneq using the oneq using the compressor getting connected start with the compressor and meequalizer off and adjust input gain and output gain so that the vu meter reads the figure shows the oneq being used instead of a mixing desk around 0db.
One of them was a treble and bass equalizer with a sweepable mid control. Those looking for a prampli neutral, do not read further. Sounds incorporated order of the keys joe meek stereo. In accordance with the directives of government and health authorities, we have temporarily suspended operations. The very best of joe meeks instrumentals, a compilation of songs by joe meek. A few of the half rack things and a full rack eq forget the name. Joemeek has been a household name for colored mic pres since the days of the vc1q and this unit is a proud heir to that era. Joe then formed rgm sound ltd and meeksville sound ltd.
All in all, joe meek was able to place 25 records in the british top 40 within his career. The joemeek oneq is the most fullfeatured, technologically advanced studio channel. This a great overview of joe meek s recording career, 75 cuts on the threedisc set and a great intro to what british pop music sounded like before the beatles changed everything. Its a single channel combining a mic pre with burrbrown ic, four band eq, the most flexible of any joemeek ever, their signature optical compressor, deesser, and enhancer, it s a master channel like no other. Joemeek sixq mic pre with digital out musicians friend. Avid joemeek bundle 12 for protools vst plugins download. The joemeek three q is the first product to bear the joemeek name since the company was acquired by the american pmi group, and the circuitry has undergone a complete redesign. The joemeek oneq is the most fullfeatured, technologically advanced studio channel weve ever made.
Joe meek was the legendary 60s maverick record producer. Simple to use yet extremely powerful, the oneq2 will bring out the best in any microphone or instrument and give the gloss of a professional studio production to all your performances. Joe meek at the controls volume 1 4cd raucous records. The joemeek oneq2 is the most fullfeatured, technologically advanced studio channel weve ever made. Apr 05, 20 i hear a new world remains the paragon for such producermade music think dub reggae, brian eno, timbaland, etc. I also have a 5051 tla tube, well theres no picture, one has good bass and clear treble and air, the other is medium and soft.
I used to use the joe meek stuff a lot many moons ago. Joe meek is a familiar name in the production world the story of the legendary producer of telstar is well known and his name lives. Also got an old compressor, 2u by full rack never use it these days, but i never sell my gear. Having heard such vintage wizardry applied in the studio, i was eager to try the new joemeek c2 photo optical stereo compressor. Gardena, ca september 14, 2005this year at the aes convention in nyc, joemeek will unveil two new studio channelsthe oneq and sixqbringing the total number of channels available from the manufacturer up to four. Technically, the joe meek sound is relatively easy to describe. Joe meek was a legendary producer of the early 60s, a total pioneer and possibly the first to work independently at least in the uk. I used to use the joe meek stuff a lot many moons ago but it mostly just sits in the control rooms here. The company itself has undergone significant changes. Sound quality this is the main reason for purchasing this mini strip. Joemeek oneq2 if want a real stuff this is not for you, very cheap sound, bad quality for the money. Ive tried the oneq with my z5600a, sm57s, rode nt3, beta 58, tbone sc180s and many more mics and everytime i ended up with something not just usable but also musical. Sound quality in terms of pure sound quality, it is excellent btement and has no competitor in its price range. How would you compare an analog focusrite trakmaster with the sonar vc strip and the uad cs plugin.
The updated joemeek oneq2 master studio channel keeps all the color, charm and naive quirkiness of the original, 2u oneq but widens its operational range, reliability and usefulness. There are cleaner channel strips out there, there are dirtier strips too, but usually you have to settle for one or the other, and pay a hefty price for it. Joe meek i hear a new world 2001, special edition, cd. The joe meek society dedicated to keep the name of joe meek alive. Buy joemeek oneq2 master studio channel features ultraclean mic preamp, iron switch for transformer coloration.
Its pretty good for bass and guitar and the optical compresser has a cool sound if thats what you want i also have the studio projects vtb1. The joemeek digital audio interface provides high quality digital audio outputs. Joe meek oneq2 adk pro audio 4232540492 this is the pro. Legendary producer joe meek used to say, if it sounds right, it is right. Whats especially interesting is how good everything sounds, especially in light of the fact meek recorded all of these in a home studio of his own design. Clearly, this box is my favorite from jm, and with its unique, alternative compressor sound and simple, effective way to manipulate ms, the sc4 is a worthy addition to any outboard rack. Joemeek oneq mono eq compressor mic pre guitar center. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items. If you like the hardware strip better, how would compare it to the uad neve strip. I give my opinion after reading it in one of shredchris. Sound engineer and join the genius community of music scholars to learn the meaning behind the lyrics.
I have a joe meek british channel some kind of damn q i dont know if its the q you guys are talking about its good for some things. Joemeeks new q channel strip series maintains that classic. He was born april 5, 1929, newent, gloucestershire and died february 3, 1967 in london. The compressor he used was primitive at best, but coupled with the compression distortion provided by the valve tube tape machines. Preamps free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Joemeek gear has always been about adding a nice vintage vibe to your recordings without having to pay through the nose. Four disc set which presents the early work of legendary british record producer joe meek. Joemeek oneq2 one channel strip packs serious punch for pro studios and home recordists alike. Its based on the same design as joemeeks acclaimed oneq, sporting a mic pre, optical compressor, deesser, enhancer, and 4band eq, with your choice of mic or linelevel inputs for maximum studio versatility. The vlas crunch up pretty easily if you put too much signal into the front end. In this application, the iron switch made all the difference, giving the tuba a nice, low midrange tone and robust.
Joe meek, in common with all engineers, experimented with the limited facilities of the time 1960 1965 and came up with a way of enhancing the tape bend effect with compression. Joemeek has been a household name for colored mic pres since the. Later, the oneq was combined with a neumann tlm 127 to capture a tuba. This is a strange record, i meant it to be, joe meek wrote in his liner notes for i hear a new world. For the sake of comparison, assume the pres for the software would be rme ffs. Joe meek is a familiar name in the production world the story of the legendary producer of telstar is well known and his name lives on in the form of a company making outboard gear based, albeit very loosely now, on meeks designs. The joe meek compressor, because of its bending of the loudness contours has already fooled the ear into thinking that the sound is louder than it really is. Although the new owners are american, this redevelopment has been overseen in the uk by malcolm toft, who was instrumental in the design of the original trident consoles. English record producer, recording engineer and songwriter. A single channel combining mic pre with burrbrown ic, four band eq, the most flexible of any joemeek ever, our signature optical compressor, deesser, and enhancer, its a master channel like no other. Stream tracks and playlists from joe q on your desktop or mobile device. This months cover feature tells the astonishing story of joe meek, the king of space age pop. Whether it is mixing and mastering or vocal recording having the right equipment is what gives you the professional sound you are after.
Complete song listing of joe meek on joe meek songs list covid19. All about the man named joe meek here are some links on joe meek you might find interesting. Using peculiar electronic instruments like the clavioline and wonky. Joe meek built custom recording circuits in tiny tobacco tins. His masterful use of nonlinear, sometimes severe compression defined his sound. Its typical trademarks are strong reverb and echo effects his main reverb unit meek had custombuilt from the spiral springs of an old fan heater. With all the controls on the front panel you can easily dial in a good vocal sound. Jun 09, 2010 at aes 2005 in new york, joemeeks alan hyatt lets us in on the features of the 1q compressor. But it sports a few tricks that its venerable ancestor couldnt achieve.
The digital audio outputs are compatible with most digital recorders, as well as digital audio workstations and mixers. Being music makers ourselves, we love geeking out on all things gear. The knob notched to the level of input is enjoyable trs handle. The c2 is a halfrackspace unit that employs the same photoelectric sensing device that is used in its bigger siblings, the sc2 and sc2.
You must type in the channel strip at least 500 more expensive to find something that is a bit suprieur. Joemeek oneq2 2u deluxe channel strip musicians friend. We welcome media enquiries and try to respond the same day, we have many meekologists and experts available for information or interviews. Join the society online to remember the man, the music and the mystery. Despite being tonedeaf and not being able to play a musical instrument or write notation, meek displayed a remarkable facility for writing and producing successful commercial recordings. Meek is considered one of the most influential sound. He recorded a load of big hits in his own studio in a small upstairs flat in holloway road. Designed with an unconventional compression system, this channel strip is intended to produce a more realistic and livelier sound than the average strip. Joemeek oneq2 master channel mic pre eq compressor. Joemeek adds two studio channels to new product line. A single channel combining mic pre with burrbrown ic, four band eq the most flexible of any joemeek ever, our signature optical compressor, deesser, and enhancer, its a master channel like no other. He built many of his own effects and was famous for the weird sounds he created. Robert george joe meek 5 april 1929 3 february 1967 was an english record producer, musician, sound engineer and songwriter who pioneered space.
Jul 10, 2012 get all the lyrics to songs on joe meek. Joemeek oneq mono eq compressor mic pre musicians friend. Massive collection of early productions from englands eccentric sound. Joemeek are the makers of high quality pro audio equipment made with the mantra of their namesake if it sounds right, is right. Whether you are a confirmed meek buff or seeking information on joe, his life, times and music you are welcome to contact or join us. Sound quality i love the sound of this unit is clear. But i say suprieur quad, not on quality but on dtails specifications. The years of 1962 to 1964 were clearly his most productive and successful. And just like the original unit, the oneq2 lets you switch the cinemag transformer in and out. The joemeek oneq2 is the most fullfeatured, technologically advanced studio channel joemeek has ever made. The microphone input transformer is permanently assigned to the mic input. Twangy guitars, reverb and heavenly choirs joe meek on allmusic 20. Check out our extensive selection of home and professional music studio gear now.
Long regarded for its big sound, the original joemeek gear was both revered and reviled for its somewhat quirky nature. Joemeek oneq2 channel strip the joemeek oneq2 channel strip offers one channel of a professional recording studio in a small box. He also assisted the development of recording practices like overdubbing, sampling and reverb. The oneq is the most fullfeatured, technologically advanced studio channel joemeek has ever made. For greater savings check out our used joemeek 2011 oneq compressor and get a great deal today. Trs is neutral, and stays clean even with a lev rglage. Joemeek oneq the most famous range of green outboard has. Joe meek s story is that of a man who triumphed over obstacles. Whether you are recording with analog or digital formats, you will find it is extremely difficult and time consuming to get a true vintage warm and cozy sound. The addition of a transformer on the input circuit to color the sound iron switch does not interest me, i find the sound any more accurate the shot.
Gothenburg studio with history has plans, professionalism and sound business sense. Robert george joe meek 5 april 1929 3 february 1967 was an english record producer, musician, sound engineer and songwriter who pioneered space age and experimental pop music. This bundle includes emulations of two of his classic hardware designsthe joe meek sc2. The joemeek twin q2 is something of a marmite unit users will either love it or hate it. With over 44 years of live sound experience, performance audio knows what you need for your live sound equipment. Meek is considered one of the most influential sound engineers of. The joemeek vc5 meequalizer recreates the exact equalizer circuit used by joe meek, offering simple controls and incredibly warm, musical results. Sound quality this is where it will be a gate anyway. The joemeek oneq is a singlechannel combining mic pre with burrbrown ic, fourband eqthe most flexible yetjoemeeks signature optical compressor, a deesser, and an enhancer. View and download joemeek twinq user manual online. Its a single channel combining a mic pre with burrbrown ic, four band eq, the most flexible of any joemeek ever, their signature optical compressor, deesser, and enhancer, its a master channel like no other.
They put a lot of thought into the design, and how these devices should be used, making it easy to dial in goodsounding settings. When crafting a unique sound treatment i channeled joe meek s methodology and left no controls or section unmaximized, undiscovered, unused or uncombined in pursuit of the unquantifiable and hopefully, the sonically attractive. Primary among the many improvements are the remixed front end, a 10db increased in headroom and lower noise floor for. The joemeek oneq2 channel strip packs serious punch for pro studios and home recordists alike. The oneq raises the bar for all studio master channels. They offer some history on the man, his contributions to the music industry, and where to get some of his early recordings.
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