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<\/a><\/p>\nUnfortunately, SSL G+ and J Series consoles were always beyond Nizri\u2019s budget. Then, in late 2019, SSL launched its latest all-analog desk, which combines a modern feature set tailored for digital production workflows with the company\u2019s classic console designs. \u201cAfter I discovered the ORIGIN, I said, this is the baby for me.\u201d<\/p>\n
One attractive feature of the new ORIGIN, Nizri says, is the fact that it includes the traditional four-band parametric equalizer section originally featured in the E Series console, popularly known as the Black EQ, on every channel. \u201cAnd the fact that it\u2019s really flexible,\u201d he says. \u201cI love the in-line design. That makes it really comfortable to work on.\u201d<\/p>\n
With its design benefitting from the latest advances in technology, ORIGIN has a number of advantages over some older desks, says Nizri, which can come with hidden costs. For instance, he says, as the owner of a smaller facility, he would most likely need to upgrade his air conditioning and see his electricity bills skyrocket as a result of installing an older console. \u201cSome of the features that drew me to the ORIGIN were the fact that it doesn\u2019t take a lot of electricity, I can put it to sleep and I don\u2019t have to cool the room,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n
Nizri, who built his own studio furniture at New Record, was inspired by the SSL ORIGIN recently installed at Republic Records Studios in Los Angeles to add custom rack bays at each side of his new desk. \u201cI couldn\u2019t shell out any more money, so I took my tools out and built some wings,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n