AnalogX – MCI-JH16 Tape Emulations (GENESIS)

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The Legendary Sound of the MCI JH16, Now in Your DAW

Introducing the AnalogX MCI JH16 Tape Emulations, our flagship Series 5 tape collection that brings the iconic warmth and character of the MCI JH16 multitrack tape recorder directly into your digital audio workstation. This meticulously crafted pack captures all 16 tracks of the renowned machine at both 15 inches per second (ips) and 30 ips, allowing you to infuse your productions with authentic analog tape saturation and compression.

A Brief History of the MCI JH16 Tape Recorder

The MCI JH16, produced between 1971 and 1979, was a ground-breaking multitrack tape recorder that played a pivotal role in the evolution of recording technology. As one of the first machines to offer 16-track recording on 2-inch tape, it became a staple in professional studios worldwide, renowned for its robust build and distinctive sonic qualities. Its transformer-based circuitry contributed to its rich, warm sound, making it a favourite among engineers seeking classic analog depth and presence.

Included Emulations

This comprehensive pack provides all 16 tracks of the MCI JH16, meticulously sampled at two tape speeds to offer a versatile range of tonal characteristics:

• 15 ips Tracks 1–16: Delivers a warmer, fuller low-end response with pronounced tape saturation, ideal for adding depth and richness to your mixes.
• 30 ips Tracks 1–16: Offers a tighter, more detailed high-frequency response with subtle tape compression, perfect for enhancing clarity and transient detail.

Why Choose the MCI JH16 Tape Emulations?

• Authentic Analog Inspiration: Captured from a legendary tape machine, this pack delivers the tonal richness and classic tape saturation sought after in professional recordings.
• Pristine Fidelity: Sampled at 192kHz to ensure every nuance of the original hardware is faithfully recreated.
• Full Multitrack Integration: Provides all 16 tracks, allowing for comprehensive multitrack tape emulation within your DAW.
• Versatile Tape Speeds: Includes both 15 ips and 30 ips recordings, giving you creative flexibility to choose the tape character that best suits your project.

The Magic of Cumulative Tape Processing

The real magic of tape lies in its cumulative effect on your recordings. When applied across multiple tracks, tape emulation smooths out transients, adds harmonically rich saturation, and reduces digital harshness, making your mixes easier to balance. The inherent tape compression and soft-clipping characteristics round off the sharp peaks of modern digital recordings, allowing for greater perceived loudness while maintaining musical dynamics.

We encourage you to offline bounce all your tracks through the emulations before you even begin mixing—you’ll immediately hear how much more cohesive, warm, and controlled your digital recordings become. Mixing becomes effortless, as tape naturally tames excessive peaks and glues the tracks together without the need for excessive EQ or compression.

How Tape Improves Digital Recordings

• Tames Harsh Transients: Analog tape naturally rounds off spiky digital peaks, resulting in smoother, more musical recordings.
• Enhances Low-End Depth: The subtle saturation and harmonic distortion of tape help thicken bass frequencies, giving kick drums, bass guitars, and synths added weight.
• Glues Your Mix Together: The natural compression effect of tape cohesively binds tracks, reducing the need for aggressive mix bus processing.
• Reduces Peak-to-Crest Ratio Issues: Digital recordings can have extreme crest factors (high peaks with low RMS levels), making them feel thin and brittle. Tape gently compresses and rounds out the dynamic range, leading to fuller, more consistent levels.
• Brings an Organic Feel: Tape introduces subtle variations and harmonic movement, preventing sterile, overly rigid digital mixes.

Applications

• Multitrack Recording: Apply individual track emulations to replicate the cohesive sound of recording through an analog tape machine.
• Mix Bus Processing: Add analog warmth and glue to your stereo mix bus for a polished, professional sound.
• Instrument Enhancement: Use on individual instruments or vocal tracks to impart classic tape saturation and subtle compression.
• Sound Design: Introduce tape-based artifacts and harmonic richness to electronic and experimental music projects.

Key Features

• Inspired by an Icon: Brings the magic of the MCI JH16 tape recorder into your DAW.
• High-Resolution Capture: 192kHz sampling ensures exceptional tonal detail and depth.
• Complete Track Set: All 16 tracks included for full multitrack emulation.
• Optimized for GENESIS: Seamless integration with zero latency for professional-grade results.
• Rich Analog Tone: Effortlessly add depth, warmth, and character to your productions.

Pricing and Availability

The MCI JH16 Tape Emulations (GENESIS) is available now for £25 as a digital download. Elevate your mixing and recording projects with the unmatched depth and clarity of this classic tape machine—no hardware required.

Captured at the Highest Resolution for Ultimate Fidelity

All AnalogX products are captured at the highest possible sample rate to ensure unparalleled sonic accuracy and fidelity. Each capture is then processed through our customized refinement system, optimizing harmonic response, transient accuracy, and nonlinear behaviour.

To ensure the best balance between quality and CPU performance, our final models run at 48kHz, preserving the depth and detail of the original high-resolution captures. Whether you mix at 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, or 96kHz, Genesis automatically handles conversion, ensuring flawless performance at any sample rate.

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