Now shipping with TAPE•79 or Fairi-Mu! We estimate new charged, in-stock orders will ship in 7-10 business days. We are accepting pre-orders for silverface units (5% discount). Please read the FAQ tab for more info before ordering.
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Overview
The Silver Bullet mk2 is the culmination of over 7 years of dreaming, designing, and building: a flagship 2RU stereo Bus/Line/Mic Tone-Amp that brings real analog mojo and streamlined workflow to the modern DAW-based studio. While maintaining the hallmark intuitive workflow of the original mk1 unit thanks to the abundance of I/O and the built-in matrix router, the mk2 features expanded user-customizable MOJO, increased Tone Shaping options, and the new ASPECT RATIO stereo image enhancer—making this desert island tool even more versatile and powerful. We even leveled up the meter and added much-requested fully balanced inserts.
When the Silver Bullet originally debuted in 2014 it was revolutionary: a stereo analog “console” with cascading Mojo Amps and Tone Shaping EQ to glue and sweeten the mix bus, stems, and individual tracks of hybrid analog/digital studios. It even had Mic preamp modes and a built-in matrix I/O router. But we kept collecting ideas for making this powerful tool even more suited to our customers’ creative visions.
Answering the call for flexibility and customization, Silver Bullet mk2 delivers with its twin topology (A or N) Mojo Amps, and adds an exciting twist—a third Mojo slot accepting either new stereo Mojo Modules or Colour Modules. Select from the following pre-installed options:
Hitmaker Comp – 80's British Console and VCA Compressor
Fairi-Mu – Variable Mu Tube Compressor
TAPE•79 – Analog Tape Emulator
Hitmaker 4000 – 80's British Console Colour module
This feature allows integrated processing like tube saturation, compression, or EQ to be inserted into the signal path after Silver Bullet mk2’s classic 'A' or 'N' inspired Mojo Amps for the ultimate in front and back end versatility that is unmatched by any other product in its class. The mk2 is an exciting evolution of our stereo Tone-Amp and is the ultimate solution for making the sounds in your head come to life.
A/N Mojo + C Mojo (or Colour) + Inserts + Tone Shaping + Image Enhancement
Features
- Tone-Amp™ analog Mix and Tracking processing modes with dedicated I/O
- 'A' and 'N' cascading MOJO Amp™ circuit topologies inspired by classic American and British consoles from the 70's
- MOJO Amp 'C' expansion slot to add Colour analog plugin modules or stereo Mojo Amp modules
- Hitmaker 4000 console modules pre-installed
- C-Drive: -6 to +18 dB
- C-Mix: crossfade blend of processed and dry signal
- Mix and Tracking Modes allows both Mix processing and Overdub / Tracking processing without any re-patching of cables or need for patch bays
- Mix: process the 2-bus, bounce digitally recorded tracks and stems, combine with a DAW controlled summing system, or use with a passive summing in Folcrom mode.
- Track: connect after your mic preamp, synth, sampler, etc.
- Internal jumpers to optimize signal path for 2-in/2-out audio interfaces
- Mic Modes allow Silver Bullet to function as a fully featured stereo microphone preamplifier with Polarity Reverse and 48V phantom power
- Stereo signal path throughout with single set of easily recallable detented controls
- Balanced TRS inserts post-MOJO, pre-TIGHT
- Visually stunning 20-segment stereo high resolution output meter with RMS and peak indication
- Mojo LEDs provide visual feedback of signal level intensity
- Tone shaping EQ suite designed specifically for mix sweetening and broad stroke tone sculpting of individual tracks
- Tight: 12 db/oct high pass filter with two frequency options for mixing and tracking
- 25 Hz high pass filter with slight resonance at 40 Hz for tightening bottom end and increasing low frequency headroom
- 50 Hz Butterworth response for removing rumble and tightening low end on individual tracks
- Baxandall Tone EQ: +/-9 dB boost/cut
- LF: Pultec-inspired Subsonic (30, 45 Hz) and Pultec-inspired Bass (60 Hz), and Body frequencies
- HF: Mid, Presence, Brite, and Sheen frequencies=
- AIR: the original Silver Bullet air-band on a dedicated knob
- Vintage: softens high frequency response to emulate vintage British consoles.
- ASPECT RATIO stereo imaging circuit to enhance width, height, and clarity of mix
- Custom wound, American made transformers
- ROGUE FIVE discrete op amps designed by Louder Than Liftoff, conforming to standard 2520 footprint
- Class-A biased op amps
- All circuit components chosen by ear for maximum MOJO
- Includes robust external universal (100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz) power supply and IEC power cord (14 AWG - U.S. only)
Made by tone geeks for tone geeks. Designed and assembled in the USA.
Documentation
Email mission@louderthanliftoff.com with any questions
Sound Clips
Video
Silver Bullet mk2 Intro from Louder Than Liftoff on Vimeo.
Silver Bullet mk1 Videos
Press
SB MK1 MAGAZINE REVIEWS
SB MK1 DISCUSSION
FAQ
I want to order. What is the process?
If you see an "Add to Cart" button then that means we have items in stock and will ship your order within 7-10 business days. Otherwise...
Here's how our pre-orders work:
1. Click the "Pre-order" button on the product page.
2. If required, enter your name and email in the form that pops up and click "Pre-order" at the bottom. Only click the button once!
3. We will send you a confirmation email.
4. Proceed to checkout and enter your delivery and payment info.
5. Cick the "Pay now" button to submit your order. You will be charged at this time.
6. When we are ready to ship we will send you a shipping confirmation email with tracking number.
7. Paid
orders will ship by the agreed upon date, in the order in which payments were completed.
Please read the complete pre-order terms before ordering.
When will I be charged for my order?
If you see an "Add to Cart" button then that means we have items in stock and you will be charged in full at checkout. For pre-orders you will also be charged in full at checkout.
When will you ship my order?
If you see an "Add to Cart" button then that means we have items in stock and will ship your order within 7-10 business days. For pre-orders we intended to ship within the time frame noted in the pre-order. You will receive a shipping confirmation email once your order ships. We will update this FAQ with new information as necessary.
Will you ship the Silver Bullet without the Mojo Module option I pre-ordered so I can get it early?
No, we will only ship fully assembled and tested units once the pre-ordered Mojo Module is ready.
How much progress have the droids made building this awesome new product so far?
Major components like all major PCB assemblies, transformers, enclosures, and faceplates are presently on-hand. Additional parts like potentiometers, knobs, switch caps, meter windows, and shipping cartons are also in stock. Every week the droids assemble, calibrate, and test new units. Once they complete assembly they will then box up the product for safe shipping to your studio.
How long does it take to manufacture a product like the Silver Bullet mk2?
We are finding that it generally takes 10-14 weeks to have PCBs made and assembled (depending on part availability), 6-8 weeks to have the metal enclosures fabricated and finished, and about 4-5 weeks for faceplates. Final assembly and calibration generally occurs at a rate of about 10 units per week. Once everything is complete, we box up the units and ship them out to customers that have been patiently waiting in the order queue.
What is B-Stock product?
Occasionally we are able to offer a limited quantity of units as "B-Stock" for a discounted price. These units may have faceplates or enclosures that don't meet our stringent requirements for cosmetic appearance–there may be minor blemishes like small scratches, nicks, or streaks. Or these units may be factory refurbished or open box units. Otherwise they are fully functional, like-new items that have been comprehensively tested and calibrated, and have a full warranty like any other new product.
Will you defraud my country's customs agency and declare a $200 value so that I can pay less in import duties and taxes?
Sorry, but we are not in the business of breaking the law. We value the privilege of selling our products to overseas customers and would like to continue doing so. Just think of the Silver Bullet as a more expensive product that we have deeply discounted to help offset your taxes and duties. See how nice we are?
What are the differences between the Void Corp Edition and the Silverface unit?
The biggest difference is the Void Corp Edition features a limited black anodized front panel. As of 8/1/22 the Void Corp Edition also features custom wound T-70 and T-68B transformers in the A and N Mojo Amp circuits to ensure global supply chain issues will not affect the Void Corp Board of Trustees' capactity to manufacture these units. Sonically the transformer used in the A Mojo Amp is virtually identical to that of the Silverface to our ears. The transformer used in the N Mojo Amp exhibits about 0.3 dB more roll-off at 20 kHz compared to the one used in the Silverface. Both versions sound exceptional (like a Silver Bullet!) and are appropriate for all styles of music. Just choose the front panel color you like and make some music.
Can I upgrade my silverfaced Silver Bullet to a Void Corp Edition?
The Void Corp Board of Trustees does not sanction making these exclusive features available as upgrades to existing Silver Bullet owners. They will be unique to these limited edition units. No principled supporter of the Rogue Planet Command mission should ever consider going over to the dark side of Void Corp. User modifications will also void your warranty.
Cascading MOJO for the 2-bus is a cool concept. Who originated this kind of product?
We did. Development of the original Silver Bullet began in 2012 and was announced and exhibited at AES in 2014. After a lot of hard work the first run of Silver Bullets began shipping at the end of 2015. A product of its class did not exist on the market until we took the creative leap to make it a reality. Someday the big mega-corps may get get hip and try to claim the concept as their own.
Will DIYRE Colour Modules work in the expansion slots?
Definitely. The two internal Colour slots will accept any module that our friends at DIY Recording Equipment makes or sells.
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