The 1977 is Drawmer's most advanced channel strip to date, designed to bring vintage character, analogue warmth, and precise control to every recording.
It combines the clarity of an ultra-clean preamplifier, the precision of a three-band parametric equaliser, the smooth response of a soft-knee compressor, and the creative flexibility of variable harmonic saturation with three distinctive styles.
The pre-amplifier features mic, line, and instrument DI inputs with 66dB of stepped gain, delivering ultra-clean, transparent results. It also enhances dull sources and refines guitar tone with ease.
Switchable impedance provides accurate mic matching, unlocking the best performance from any microphone - from high-end condensers to ribbons and dynamics. With the 1977, every mic in your collection can find its sweet spot.
Inspired by classic 1970s analogue designs, the three-band parametric equaliser offers fully variable frequency control, ±12dB of cut or boost, and a variable bandwidth control on the mid band.
This makes the 1977 a powerful tool for subtle tonal enhancement, corrective EQ, or bold, musical shaping.
The soft-knee compressor delivers smooth, musical control of dynamics, while Drawmer's signature Big and Air modes retain deep lows and sparkling highs.
The saturation stage adds harmonic warmth and colour, with three selectable styles - Clean, Warm, and Overdriven - allowing precise control over tonal character. The signal path can also be switched between Gain-Equaliser-Compressor-Output or Gain-Compressor-Equaliser-Output, each offering a distinct sonic flavour.
.... one of the best-equipped channel strips on the market and impresses in terms of versatility, workmanship and sound.
The output stage includes a wet/dry Mix control for parallel processing, letting you blend EQ, compression, and saturation to taste. The Output Fade enables smooth fade-outs or precise level matching, while a large backlit VU meter provides accurate level monitoring.
For the cleanest signal path, the Preamplifier Direct switch bypasses the EQ, compressor, and saturation sections entirely, delivering an uncoloured output straight from the preamplifier.
Incorporated into the 1977 is the 'Mix' Control. This acts like a 'parallel compression' effect that mixes the Wet (EQ/compressed/saturated) and Dry (original) signals to provide a simple and exact way of controlling the amount of alteration - all with the turn of a single knob.
With the extensive controls of the 1977 it could be possible to take the effects too far - this is easily prevented by the use of the Mix control just by mixing in less of the wet signal and more dry. By the same token, the mix control can add more warmth simply by adding more of the wet signal. It's that simple!