Harrison 32Classic MS Mix Strip: Analog Channel Strip with Integrated Mixbus

The Harrison 32Classic MS is a high-performance, all-analog channel strip that brings the signature sound and processing tools from our flagship 32Classic recording console directly to your studio. Built true to its heritage, the 32Classic MS features a Jensen transformer-coupled microphone preamp, characterful LP/HP filters, and the iconic, super-smooth 4-band parametric EQ. This 1U rack unit delivers the sound of legends while adding an integrated stereo mix bus to enhance your modern hybrid workflow.

The Sound of Legends

The original Harrison 3232 console was instrumental in creating some of the most highly regarded and timeless music ever made. Now, for the first time, that unmistakable Harrison sound—renowned for its warmth, depth, and clarity—is available in a 19-inch rack format.

• Harrison Mic Pre: A defining feature of the classic Harrison sound is the high-performance Jensen JT-MB-CPCA transformer-coupled microphone preamp. Offering 70 dB of clean gain, this preamp delivers a warm, rich tone with a full low-end, open mid-range, and super-smooth natural highs, ideal for virtually any source material.

Iconic 32Classic EQ and Filters

The 32Classic MS features the same sought-after equalization and filtering sections as the console, providing both broad, musical curves and precise frequency sculpting.

• 4-Band Parametric EQ: The legendary 4-band parametric EQ, trusted by engineers like Bruce Swedien, was designed to be musical and powerful. Its proportional Q design makes it flexible enough for both subtle tone shaping and surgical adjustments, ensuring you get the best from any source material.
• Characterful LP/HP Filters: The Low Pass and High Pass filters utilize a musical 12 dB/octave slope. The High Pass Filter (25 Hz – 3.1 kHz) includes a characterful 3 dB resonant peak, a key ingredient in the Harrison sound for tightening the low end and creating a musical "bloom" in the high frequencies without sounding harsh or brittle.

Versatile Connectivity and Hybrid Workflow

The 32Classic MS is designed to be the flexible centerpiece of any hybrid setup, offering comprehensive I/O and innovative summing capabilities.

• Comprehensive Input Section: Includes versatile connectivity with dedicated Mic and Line XLR inputs on the rear, plus a convenient front-panel input with selectable Instrument/Hi-Z and Mic options.
  • Mic inputs feature 48V phantom power, a -20 dB pad, phase flip, and independent gain controls for superior performance.
• Integrated Stereo Mixbus: Build your Harrison recording and mixing system one channel at a time. Outputs from multiple 32Classic MS units can be cascaded together via rear panel summing connectors. This allows you to sum multiple channels together to create a legendary Harrison sidecar for drum or instrument buses, delivering exceptional flexibility for hybrid mixing.
• Fader Control: Balance signals using the Fader control and pan them across the stereo outputs, or engage the 0 dB Fader Bypass to record at unity gain.

Key Features Summary

• Topology: High-performance, all-analog channel strip.
• Preamplifier: Jensen JT-MB-CPCA transformer-coupled mic preamp with 70 dB of gain.
• EQ: 4-Band Parametric EQ with proportional Q design.
• Filters: 12 dB/octave LP/HP filters, including 3 dB resonant peak on HPF.
• Connectivity: Mic (XLR/Front), Line (XLR), Instrument/Hi-Z (Front).
• Workflow: Integrated stereo mixbus for summing multiple units (sidecar functionality).