Metric Halo builds professional audio interfaces and processing software, bringing a complete recording, mixing and monitoring system into compact rackmount hardware. The company’s distinctive approach combines its ULN-R preamps and converter designs with zero-latency DSP, an integrated mixer and the expandable MHLink architecture, which lets multiple units operate as one system. Metric Halo says its recording capabilities trace back to 1997, while its mkIV platform adds driverless USB audio, Atmos-capable monitoring and field-swappable EdgeBus expansion.
Solid State LogicSolid State Logic makes audio production equipment and software, from analogue studio consoles rooted in the 4K legacy to digital plug-ins, controllers and systems for live sound and broadcast. Its range carries the character of classic SSL console workflows into modern hybrid studios, DAW sessions and IP-based broadcast production, including the ORIGIN and ORIGIN EVO consoles and native ST 2110 solutions. The company also develops tools for personal studios, such as its SSL CONNEX USB microphone and SSL 360° software ecosystem.New York, NY
Purple AudioFounded by Andrew Roberts in 1997 after his work repairing high-end studio equipment in Manhattan, Purple Audio designs and manufactures recording equipment for professional, touring, and home studios. Now based in a restored historic fire company building beside Jim Thorpe’s Mauch Chunk Opera House, the Pennsylvania shop is known for the MC77 FET limiter and a broader line of analog studio gear. Live performances next door are also recorded through Purple Audio equipment for release as live albums.JIM THORPE, PA
Dangerous MusicDangerous Music grew out of a New York recording studio and has made analog and digital studio equipment since its commercial launch in 2001. Founded by drummer and producer Bob Muller with designer Chris Muth, the company applies mastering-room experience to hybrid-studio tools such as its 2-BUS summing amplifier, monitor controllers, and converters. Its designs aim to preserve the headroom, transparency, and hands-on workflow of analog studios while working with modern DAWs.NEW YORK, NY
Liberty Instruments, IncSince introducing its IMP system in 1993, Liberty Instruments has built a reputation around practical audio measurement tools for speaker builders, engineers, and researchers. The company develops systems such as PRAXIS for analyzing loudspeakers, rooms, and electronic equipment, while its site also preserves technical resources from earlier generations of its work.WEST CHESTER, OH