The Dramastic Audio Obsidian takes on the various tasks of performance that are outclassed by the usual SSL or SSL-esque units. Fiercely different users will find that this unit suffers without “squeezing” the audio soundscape. The highs remain bright and clear while the bottom end continues to thunder (especially with the unit’s internal high-end filters actively engaged on the unit’s detection circuitry). The second thing the user will notice is when the “auto-suck” or breath-taking release takes over the audio’s finish with a smooth rich texture. The presence of a simple one-click “lo-fi” setting will take the “in your face” aggression out of the user’s heart if the user has decided the audio is a little smoother. The overall clarity and performance of this unit is unmatched by any unit based around the use of voltage controlled amplifiers (VCAs) which reduce the cell. First appearance may suggest something from the past but at first listen the user will understand the future of professional audio. Transformer balanced input/output connections give the Obsidian its unique sound quality. The TXIO enhancement options give the Obsidian an excellent way to sound “phat” classic analog productions and add even more warmth and character to DAWs.