From code-breaking jumbled genres to crafting fresh analogue circuits out of software emulations... For modelling maestro Andrew Simper all it took was a little feedback. I can still remember the first time I saw Bomb Factory's BF76 plug-in. At the time, I would have struggled to recognise the legendary compressor on which it was modelled let alone describe its sound. Still, I was entranced by its direct connection to the studio world I yearned to experience. In the 15 or so years since, ever more developers have chosen to brandish the 'Analogue Modelled' standard as a universal indicator of quality and authenticity. I'm certain, for many newcomers, adolescent gear lust first takes root via these virtual d'vices. But what's it all about? Does my software interface need to look like a wall-o'-rack at Ocean Way? And are the tones I'm hearing capturing the musical mojo or just the myth? It's time to call circuit whisperer Andrew Simper and get some answers.
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