The Tree Audio Branch II is an all-valve channel strip based on the company’s Roots mixing console.

Building on the success of its predecessor, the Tree Audio Branch II features the same audio path as the original Branch channel strip, and adds new features based on customer feedback. Additions in the preamp section include a new variable gain select control as well as an input impedance selector ranging from 37.5Ω to 600Ω and a high-pass filter with selectable frequencies ranging from 80Hz to 250Hz.

The two-band EQ is the same as found on the Roots console offering ±6dB of gain and selectable LF and HF frequencies carefully chosen to add depth and presence without ever sounding harsh.

The limiter employed uses the same circuit design found on the Inward Connection TSL-4 limiter, and is easily activated with the gain reduction knob. A 250Hz sidechain high-pass filter is included.

• Same sound and circuitry as the Roots console.
• Mic pre/line input/direct input (instrument in).
• EQ and limiter.
• Direct Input.
• 80Hz, 125Hz, 250Hz Hi-pass filter.
• Variable gain select.
• Input Impedance Select: 37.5Ω, 150Ω, 600Ω.
• EQ Lo level 50Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, 400Hz.
• EQ Hi level 7kHz, 10kHz, 12kHz, 16kHz.
• Limiter (Out, In, HPF) 250Hz.
• Gain reduction level (limiter).
• Meter select (Input, Gain Reduction, Output).
• Vaccuum tube (valve) and linear regulated PSU.

Tree Audio Branch II is available the UK and Germany via KMR Audio at £2,340 inc VAT (£1,950 ex VAT).