MXPX500 24-bit Dual channel Processor

Lexicon MPX500 Lexicon's new mid‑priced unit strikes a balance between the ease of use of their budget gear and the flexibility and sonic class of their high‑end products. Paul White gets an exclusive first look... The quality of artificial reverberation effects makes a huge difference to the perceived quality of a finished project, especially where acoustic instruments are involved. High‑end studio reverbs, such as the Lexicon 240 and 480L models, have always been very expensive, though their mid‑price PCM90/91 models are popular with both project and professional facilities as they approach high‑end performance at a rather lower price point. Even so, one of these units will still cost you as much as a complete PC‑based studio, which is probably why Lexicon felt the need to introduce their lower‑cost MPX range. The Lexicon MPX1 is an established multi‑effects/reverb all‑rounder that started life at over a grand, but now sells for little over half its original price, while the more recent MPX100 is an altogether simpler device based on presets with limited editability at under £200. I think it's fair to say that the MPX100 set a new standard for very‑low‑cost reverb/effects, but although it sounds impressive for the price, if you put it up against a PCM90 or 91 you can hear straight away that the more expensive unit sounds richer, smoother and more spacious.

Condition

Used (normal wear)

Genre

Music recording studio

Title

Lexicon MPX 24-bit dual channel processor