PSP Lexicon PSP42x

The Lexicon PSP42 is a high-quality digital stereo delay and phrase sampler plug-in based on the legendary Lexicon PCM42 processor, famous for its unique concept and distinctive sound. In version 2, the original vision of Lexicon PSP42 has been enhanced both in sonic accuracy and feature flexibility.

In addition to the lush tape saturation algorithm and emulation of the variable sampling rate delay line that made the sound of the original PCM42 so unique, version 2 now adds even more precise modeling of the hardware’s audio path, allowing users to quickly decide on how much of the original character to incorporate into their sound.

Moreover, Lexicon PSP42 now offers several operational modes:

• Clean: A pristine signal path with no emulations.
• Lims: Engages the original hardware’s two opto limiters to affect Dry and Wet signals, each impacting different points in the processing chain.
• Full: Engages full emulation of the limiters as well as the non-linear behavior of the original A/D and D/A converters, adding unique sonic twists.

New features of v. 2 include up to 28800 ms of delay time, adjustable Hi Cut filter frequency, LFO tempo sync, waveform phase adjustment, and options to invert the Envelope Controller signal or control it via sidechain input. It also boasts four Direction modes for simulating various forward and backward repeat options. A notable addition is the Bypass button that remains in the signal path, providing subtle coloration to dry signals, enhancing its realism.

Lexicon PSP42 excels at all types of delay effects, from tempo-locked feedback delays to modulated effects like flanging and chorus. It uniquely changes delay time by altering sampling rate, creating everything from gentle animations to unpredictable sound effects. The plug-in operates smoothly across the board due to superior DSP algorithms, ensuring unmatched sound quality at any setting.

PSP is the sole developer and manufacturer of the Lexicon PSP42, with functionality and sound approved by Lexicon, ensuring users receive high-quality support and service.

Key Features:

• High quality signal processing algorithms
• Up to 28800 ms of delay time: Depending on internal sampling frequency.
• Continuous control of delay time: Tight synchronization to host tempo.
• Tape saturation emulation: Based on the algorithm used in PSP mastering processors.
• Analog limiter emulation
• A/D and D/A converter emulation.
• Four limiter/saturation user modes.
• Low pass filter: With cutoff frequency tuning to model high frequency absorption.
• Modulation section: With three different modulation signal sources (sine, square, envelope detector) mixed in any proportion.
• LFO: Operates in free-running (Hz) and tempo sync (beats/bars) modes.
• Four record/playback directional modes.
• Side chain for envelope detector.
• Phrase sampler capability.
• Parameter filtering and on-the-fly crossfades: For smooth and click-free operation.
• Support for sample rates up to: 384 kHz.
• Extensive preset library.