Even the best engineers , like Al Schmitt working on this modern Neve 88R at Capitol Studios , keep several of the original Rupert Neve-designed 1073 and 1081 preamps on hand because of their exceptional sound quality and musicality .
broadcasting in Spanish in the ’ 70s and ’ 80s . He came to visit our new studio in Dallas in ’ 83 , and I had the pleasure of showing him around . I later went down to Wimberley to visit him , and we discussed my collection of preamps from almost every stage of his career . He was such a nice man , and a great listener , but any time I was in his presence , I was uncharacteristically quiet , not wanting to miss a word of what he had to say . Godspeed , Rupert Neve . A devout Christian , brilliant audio innovator for over 60 years , and a fine human being , his kind may not pass our way again . Rest in Peace .” — Professor Randy Adams ( Dallas Baptist University ), Engineer and Producer
“ I knew Rupert Neve as a very nice man . He was a big part of everything I ’ ve done because I don ’ t work on anything but Neve consoles . I just love the way they sound . They ’ re so musical . I work at Capitol Studios almost exclusively and I love the Neve 88RS , but I also have several outboard 1073s and 1081s that I use all the time . If I have to do a session on another console , my music doesn ’ t sound the same . I don ’ t get the same feeling back from it that I get from a Neve desk . I think he ’ s done something to capture the frequencies above 20K because I hear such amazing depth and clarity .” — Al Schmitt , one of the most well-respected engineers , ever ( Diana Krall , Paul McCartney , Bob Dylan , Toto , Steely Dan , and on and on )
Rupert Neve lived a rich life based on Christian values and faith that the Lord was active in his life , guiding his steps , and preparing the way . He was a blessing to those around him and to the world . Rest in peace , Rupert Neve . Bill Gibson
Bill Gibson Teacher at Berklee College of Music Online , content creator for LinkedIn Learning , and author of more than forty books and videos about live sound and studio recording . Most recent book releases : The Ultimate Live Sound Operator ’ s Handbook , 3rd Edition , and The First 50 Recording Techniques You Should Know to Track Music . He also recently self-published an eBook / Audiobook combo called Stream Great-Sounding Audio : Guide for Streaming Church Services and Other Events .
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