Cinemag transformer with California steel core: Emulates classic 70s and 60s console phase distortion and hysteresis for authentic vintage tone
25 DOA integrated: Adds transistor saturation and low-frequency compression for dynamic, punchy sound
Color format compatibility: Designed to work seamlessly with other Color modules for expanded creative options
Full step-by-step assembly instructions: Enables DIY users to build or customize the module themselves
Redesigned discrete Class A circuitry: Enhances analog character and refined sound quality
Summarized by Shop
The punchy, forward sound of a vintage American console.
Transformers and discrete opamps (DOAs) are the core building blocks of the American console sound. The punchy, present sound of those classic 70's consoles derives from the unique character of the DOA and transformer and the complex ways they interact with each other. Countless plu
Color
Red
Processor Technology
Analog
Mounting Type
Built-in
Core Material
Cinemag transformer with California steel core
Summarized by Shop
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Perfect addition to the CP5 preamp
The cp5 preamp is a very clean and neutral preamp….add this to give it that slight warmth and character….and the color knob allows you to flavor to taste. It’s subtle but it’s there. Changes the character of how it sounds when you overdrive the pre too. Great color palette
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Lou · June 10, 2026
Lovely transformer glue
Using the CTX (with the RED-25) in an out-of-the-box mix chain from DAW to DIYRE and back. The chain is "CTX → FA38 → 15IPS" providing a nice analog feel transformer weight + compression/tone + tape saturation.
Highly recommend!