Mike’s Vintage NV-8028 (GENESIS)

AnalogX – Mike’s Vintage NV-8028 (GENESIS)
Exclusive to Genesis | Sampled at 96kHz | Powered by Gold+ & Ethereum+ | Calibrated to -18

The Sound of a Studio Legend. Reborn.- The chance to own a piece of history.
The AnalogX Mike’s Vintage 8028 Console Emulation pays homage to one of the most revered large-format analog consoles in recording history — a custom-built desk that shaped the sound of countless legendary albums in the 1970s and beyond.

This single emulation captures the full dynamic range and signature tone of an entire channel path, including the rich iron of its transformers, the Class-A line amps, and the unmistakable musicality this unit is known for. Powered by our latest Gold+ and Ethereum+ modelling engines, it delivers unprecedented harmonic depth, warmth, and mix-ready presence — with zero latency and full Genesis integration.

There’s no need for multiple flavours. This one model does it all — clean, driven, subtle, or bold — just like the real desk it was inspired by.

🎚️ What’s Inside

• One ultra-detailed console channel emulation, modelled from a pristine vintage unit
• Full transformer and line amp response captured
• Calibrated to reproduce the full analog headroom curve from subtle colour to rich saturation
• Available in both Gold+ and Ethereum+ tiers for precise CPU-to-tone workflow control

Whether you’re pushing vocals into bold presence or laying guitars and drums into warm, harmonic glue, this emulation responds with organic, unmistakably analog tone.

🧬 A Brief History
The console that inspired this emulation wasn’t mass-produced — it was custom-built. Originally designed for major studios like Sound City and RCA Hollywood, the 8028 series became legendary for its warm, punchy tone, modular preamps (often featuring the iconic 1073 design), and a powerful 24-bus routing system that could handle the demands of complex rock sessions.

From iconic film soundtracks to albums that defined an era, this desk became synonymous with musical depth and clarity. Its sound is so influential it became the centrepiece of an entire documentary — a story of music, soul, and circuits. Today, original units are rare, prized, and often rebuilt by hand for elite studios.

We’ve captured that legacy in Genesis format — ready to drop into your mix, instantly.

💡 Why It Stands Out

• Powered by Gold+ & Ethereum+ – Choose between our highest-fidelity and ultra-CPU-efficient tiers
• Captured at 192kHz – Every nuance of transformer drive and amp warmth preserved
• Modelled at 48kHz – Optimised for real-time performance
• One Emulation, Full Range – Covers clean, warm, saturated, and everything in between
• No Guesswork – Calibrated at -18dBFS avg with 12 o’clock drive = unity gain

⚙️ How to Use It

• Load the .gen profile into Genesis
• Set your input signal to -18 dBFS average, and start with the red drive knob at noon
• Push the drive up to introduce more vintage colour and transformer heat, or dial it back for a cleaner tone
• Use in-line or in parallel for console-style tone shaping on vocals, stems, or the mix bus

Works beautifully on drums, bass, guitars, and mix groups — just like the original desk.

💰 Pricing & Format
Price: £12
Format: .gen (Genesis Exclusive)
Availability: Download now

Many thanks to Wally for permission to sample this absolute GEM and to Mike for taking the time to sample the device for us and support AnalogX on our journey to become No1 in Analog Emulation.

Near analog… we don’t pretend to be analog, we don't market our products as analog, but we think we are nearer than most — we’ll let the user decide.

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