Cranborne Audio Brick Lane MC4: 4-Channel Modal PWM Dynamics Processor

The Masterpiece of Analogue Dynamics Control

The Cranborne Audio Brick Lane MC4 is a revolutionary 4-channel Modal PWM dynamics processor bridging classic analogue character and modern precision. Designed for professional mixing, mastering, and hybrid studios, it offers four independent channels of compression and gating configured for mono, stereo, mid/side, series, or dual-band operation. Whether tracking vocals with vintage warmth or protecting converters with mastering-grade limiting, the MC4 delivers the ultimate dynamics toolkit.

Six Iconic Flavours: The Power of Modal PWM
At the heart of the MC4 is proprietary Modal PWM architecture, allowing a single analogue signal path to replicate six distinct compression behaviours. From tube-inspired Velvet and optical-style Float to aggressive FET-style Smash, you access a vast palette of classic dynamics in one unit. This system modulates the gain stage itself, ensuring ultra-low distortion and 100% analogue signal integrity with the flexibility of vintage hardware.

Predictive Precision: Analogue Lookahead Technology
The MC4 features ground-breaking Analogue Lookahead technology, providing the world’s first true zero-attack analogue limiter and gate. By utilizing a predictive voltage detection mechanism, the processor anticipates transients before they hit the audio path, allowing for surgical sibilance control in De-Esser mode and absolute protection against digital clipping in Polish mode. This innovation ensures that your most aggressive transients are managed with mastering-grade transparency and zero latency.

Hybrid Supremacy: Pure Analogue Sound with Digital Recall
While the audio remains entirely analogue, the MC4 offers plugin-like workflow via USB and Ethernet connectivity. The dedicated control plugin lets you manage parameters, save presets, and recall sessions from your DAW. The ENIGMA system provides deep control over typically fixed analogue parameters—knee shape and detector behaviour—giving you unprecedented power to sculpt your sound.

Main features:

• Four channels of high-performance analogue dynamics processing with compression and noise gating
• Proprietary Modal PWM architecture delivering six distinct compression behaviours in a single signal path
• Six compression modes—Velvet, Float, Smash, Tame, Glue, and Polish—for vintage warmth to transparent limiting
• Analogue lookahead technology enabling zero-attack dynamics control for precise transient management
• Versatile routing for mono, stereo, mid/side, series, dual-band, or de-esser operation
• Stress control for harmonically-enriched analogue saturation linked to gain reduction
• Enigma advanced control layer for deep access to knee shape, attack/release weighting, and detector behaviour
• Digitally-controlled analogue platform with remote operation, automation, and instant recall via USB or Ethernet
• Intuitive interface with 5-inch full-colour TFT screen, digital encoders, and LED rings
• Bypassable balanced TRS insert points on every channel for external analogue hardware integration
• Flexible sidechain routing with four assignable external inputs and internal channel control signals
• Pure analogue signal path maintaining 100% signal integrity with no conversion

Tech Specs:

• Type: PWM Compressor
  
• Number of Channels: 4
  
• Controls: Input, Stress/Gate Hold, Mix/Gate Range, Output, Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release
  
• Ratio: 2:1 to 12:1
  
• Compression Modes: Velvet, Float, Smash, Tame, Glue, Polish
  
• Sidechain HPF: Off, 60 Hz, 100 Hz, 200 H
  
• Control I/O: USB-C, Ethernet (Net)
  
• Analogue I/O: 4 x XLR In, 4 x XLR Out, 4 x 1/4" Sidechain
  
• Insert Points: 4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced (Bypassable)
  
• Form Factor: 19-inch Rackmount, 2U
  
• Power Source: Standard IEC AC Cable
  
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 48.3 x 8.9 x 23.6 cm
  
• Weight: 6 Kg
  
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