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The Chandler Limited EMI Abbey Road Studios ‘TG Microphone Type L’ is a phantom powered, cardioid, large diaphragm condenser microphone, and as the name implies, the Type L is descended from the innovative ‘TG Microphone.’The TG Microphone Type L inherits the core circuitry, capsule and ‘Dual Tone System’ of the larger ‘TG Microphone;’ however, this is where the similarity ends. Apart from the ‘TG Microphone,’ the Type L is tuned to have its own sound and unique voicings.The Type L’s Dual Tone System feature provides two distinct characters in one microphone, ‘A’ and ‘B,’ and modifies the input stage, which extends the versatility of the microphone to accommodate a greater array of sources.System ‘A’ is TG mid forward and harmonically rich, whereas, the ‘B’ voicing has a ribbon-like quality and is more pristine by contrast.Tonal differences of the Dual Tone System aside, the Type L was designed to handle sensitive and higher SPL sources. With the PAD engaged, both system ‘A’ and ‘B’ are capable of handling loud sources; however, the ‘B’ setting with the PAD engaged is considered the extreme SPL mode of the Type L.The TG Microphone Type L has a larger than solid-state sound and is intended as a recording studio workhorse, capable of rivaling scenarios where the C12, C414, FET47, U67 and U87 have found favor and may replace the practice of employing a dynamic and a ribbon in combination on guitar cabinets.The Chandler Limited EMI Abbey Road Studios TG Microphone Type L kit includes: microphone, swivel mount and bamboo storage box.Chandler Limited and associated logos are trademarks of Chandler Limited, Inc. Abbey Road Studios, EMI, TG and their associated logos are trademarks of EMI (IP) Limited.
The Chandler Limited EMI TG12413 Zener Limiter is the definitive TG limiter, released in honor of Abbey Road Studios' 75th birthday. The brainchild of Chandler Limited designer Wade Goeke, the Zener Limiter is based on the classic EMI circuits used to record The Beatles and Pink Floyd. This latest EMI limiter carries on the tradition of EMI limiters started in 1956 with the RS114 tube limiter, and continued with 1966's RS168 Zener Limiter (a component of the TG12345 console channel in 1968), and the TG12413 in '74. Start with the essence of the classic RS168, add modern functionality, and you have the Chandler Limited EMI TG12413 Zener Limiter.Chandler Limited EMI TG12413 Zener Limiter at a Glance:Classic compression and limiting, with modern flexibilityExercise iron-fisted control over your dynamicsYou get natural compression, scrumptious-sounding limiting - and a blend of the twoClassic compression and limiting, with modern flexibilityThe original TG Limiter was designed to replace both the Fairchild 660 and the EMI-modified Altec 436/RS124 - two certified classics, revered for their dynamics-shaping prowess. The Altec unit was known for its natural, organic compression, while the Fairchild - with its fast, sub-millisecond onset and extremely soft-knee compression curve - is perhaps the most lusted-after (and imitated) limiter ever made. The Chandler Limited EMI TG12413 Zener Limiter gives you the sonic mojo of these two classics - and goes several steps beyond.Exercise iron-fisted control over your dynamicsThe Chandler Limited EMI TG12413 Zener Limiter gives you the power to impose your will on your dynamics. Starting with the powerful vintage TG limiter circuits, Chandler Limited gives you added features and flexibility in the form of controls such as switchable input impedance (for hard or soft driving of the unit), 11-position attack, 21-position release, and side chain filtering, as well as Comp 1, Comp 2, and Limit settings.You get natural compression, scrumptious-sounding limiting - and a blend of the twoCOMP 1 is a 2:1 ratio with slower time constants than originally designed by EMI engineers to emulate the Altec 436/RS124 EMI-modified Altec compressors. Limit mode is much faster and designed to emulate the response curves of the revered classic Fairchild 660. COMP 2 is a new setting that puts you halfway between the two original settings, essentially giving you the compression curve of Comp 1, with the faster release times characteristic of Limit mode. Whether you use it for tracking or mastering, with its sonic pedigree and effective controls, the Chandler Limited EMI TG12413 Zener Limiter is a must-have for huge, punchy mixes.Chandler Limited EMI TG12413 Zener Limiter Features:Gives you the sonic mojo of two classics: the Fairchild 660 and the Altec 436/RS124COMP 1 mode is a 2:1 ratio with slower time constants reminiscent of the Altec 436/RS124Limit mode is faster and designed to emulate the response curves of the revered classic Fairchild 660COMP 2 is a new setting that puts you halfway between the two original settingsChandler Limited and their associated logos are registered trademarks of Chandler Limited, Inc. Abbey Road Studios, EMI, TG, REDD, RS and their associated logos are trademarks of EMI (IP) Limited.
The Chandler Limited EMI TG12345 Curve Bender EQ is the definitive TG equalizer, released in celebration of Abbey Road Studios' 75th birthday. The brainchild of Chandler Limited designer Wade Goeke and Abbey Road senior engineer Peter Cobbin, the Curve Bender is based on the vintage EMI TG12345 console used on Beatles and Pink Floyd recordings. This latest EMI equalizer carries on the tradition of EMI EQs that began in 1951 with the RS56 (cheekily dubbed "the Curve Bender" by EMI designers), and continued with the 1968's TG12345 and TG12412 in '74. A classic design - the gorgeous-sounding TG12345 - juiced with it with modern features. That's the Chandler Limited EMI TG12345 Curve Bender.Chandler Limited EMI TG12345 Curve Bender EQ at a Glance:A fully featured version of a classic EQPowerful functionality gives your serious sound shaping mojoYou get the best of both worlds: vintage warmth, plus modern featuresA fully featured version of a classic EQThe Chandler Limited EMI TG12345 Curve Bender EQ is the embodiment of a dream. It was during his mixing of numerous Beatles-related projects (Anthology, Yellow Submarine, Imagine, etc.), it occurred to Peter Cobbin that having a fully featured and highly flexible version of the original desk EQ units would be invaluable. After Wade Goeke presented him with a working version of the legendary console equalizer, Peter realized he could "have it all," and set Wade to building the perfect beast.Powerful functionality gives your serious sound shaping mojoPeter had requested four bands, and filters based on the slopes of the original console - but with overlapping and expanded options. In the final production unit, the 9 selections of the original TG12345 had become 51 EQ points. Wade also added a multiply switch that increases boost/cut up to 13.5dB (as well as sharpening the Q), in addition to filters and bell/shelf selections on the high and low bands.You get the best of both worlds: vintage warmth, plus modern featuresThe result is the Chandler Limited EMI TG12345 Curve Bender - a classic equalizer from the glorious history of EMI and Abbey Road that's come full circle, morphing into a modern powerhouse EQ perfect for all your recording, mixing, and mastering needs.Chandler Limited EMI TG12345 Curve Bender EQ Features:A fully featured version of a classic EQThe best of both worlds: vintage warmth, plus modern features51 EQ pointsMultiply switch increases boost/cut up to 13.5dBHigh pass and lowpass filters and bell/shelf selections on high and low bandsChandler Limited and their associated logos are registered trademarks of Chandler Limited, Inc. Abbey Road Studios, EMI, TG, REDD, RS and their associated logos are trademarks of EMI (IP) Limited.
Chandler Limited's multi-year design project with Abbey Road Studios has yielded the first EMI-branded mic in over a half century. The REDD Microphone presents a classic aesthetic — but this is no vintage mic clone. It marks a paradigm shift of major proportions, incorporating historic circuits and their legendary sonics in a new and unique way. The all-analog design combines microphone and preamp in an elegant, handcrafted large-diaphragm condenser microphone you can use with or without an external mic pre. Fitted with a custom handmade platinum-membrane capsule and the vintage vacuum tube REDD.47 mic amplifier circuit, the REDD Microphone will output line-level signal and features a Drive setting that introduces tasty, vintage-flavored harmonic color.Abbey Road's holy-grail preamp onboardThe REDD.47 preamp in the REDD Microphone re-creates the original tube line amps developed by EMI's Record Engineering Development Department for deployment in Abbey Road Studios' rare, custom EMI REDD.51 recording consoles. This is the unmistakably punchy, aggressive sound that characterized recordings made in Studio Two between 1964 and 1968 — including legendary tracks by the Beatles. As implemented in the REDD Microphone, modern features have been added to meet contemporary recording studio standards, such as gain control that gives you a range of tonal options, from pristine clean to rich, classic saturation. Features and included accessoriesChandler Limited spec'd the REDD Microphone with a rotary switch on the rear of the microphone body that lets you dial in gain between +4 and +33dB. Continuous output control is accessible from the included external power supply. Around the other side of the mic is a Type switch with Norm and Drive settings — the latter increasing gain to +36dB and introducing distinctive tonal coloration. Also onboard are a 10dB pad and polarity reverse switches. The mic comes with a spider-type shockmount, a 25-foot Mogami mic cable, and a custom-molded flight case.Chandler Limited REDD Microphone Features:The first EMI-branded mic in over a half centuryCombines microphone and preamp in 1 elegant deviceOnboard vacuum tube REDD.47 mic amplifier circuitUse it with or without an external mic preampHandmade platinum-membrane capsuleRotary switch lets you dial in gain between +4 and +33dBDrive setting increased gain to +36dB, introducing tasty tonal coloration10dB pad and polarity reverse switchesIncludes outboard power supply, high-quality spider-type shockmountShips with 25-foot Mogami mic cable and custom-molded flight caseCrafted in Chandler Limited's Shell Rock, Iowa, factoryChandler Limited and their associated logos are registered trademarks of Chandler Limited, Inc. Abbey Road Studios, EMI, TG, REDD, RS and their associated logos are trademarks of EMI (IP) Limited.
The Chandler Limited TG Microphone is a solid-state large-diaphragm condenser microphone that carries forward the rich legacy of EMI Abbey Road Studios innovation. In addition to its cardioid and omni polar patterns, the TG Microphone employs a unique feature set consisting of an onboard Dual Tone System, EMI Tape Equalizer, 50Hz/90Hz highpass filter, 10dB pad, and outboard power supply to deliver unrivaled versatility and sonic character. Much like a classic tube mic, the TG Microphone's use of a dedicated PSU — rather than 48-volt phantom power — is integral to its huge, lifelike sound.A sound that rivals the classicsIf you're coveting the sound of classic vintage microphones like the U47, U87, FET47, and C414 for your recordings, then you'll love the TG Microphone. In close cooperation with Abbey Road Studios, Chandler Limited developed the TG Microphone's unique onboard EMI Tape Equalizer and Dual Tone System that allow you to tailor the mic's tonality for results that favorably compare to the above-mentioned classics.The Tape EqualizerThe Tape Equalizer circuitry is adapted from the NAB/IEC Tape EQ found on vintage EMI TG mastering consoles, and it works wonders in the TG Microphone. Originally used to compensate for tapes played back on machines aligned to the opposing standard, the TG Microphone's repurposed Tape Equalizer lets you shape the sound at the source, eliminating the need for further processing (and the attendant signal degradation) downstream. The sound-shaping possibilities are further extended when the Tape Equalizer is combined with the selectable 50Hz/90Hz highpass filter.The Dual Tone SystemThe Dual Tone System modifies the TG Microphone's input stage and extends the mic's versatility to accommodate a broad array of sources. System A is classic TG mid-forward, while the alternative B voicing accommodates high SPLs and is the preferred setting wherever you would normally reach for a FET47. Combined with the Tape Equalizer, the Dual Tone System yields 10 unique voicings.The TG storyIf you're wondering about the origin of the "TG" product designation, then allow Sweetwater to illuminate. The story begins in 1958. EMI London, as Abbey Road Studios was then known, had a staff of innovative recording and technical engineers and racks of the best gear available at the time; much of it either heavily modified — or designed from scratch — by EMI technicians. The Beatles, of course, were the most famous beneficiaries of EMI's technical prowess. Their early records were recorded on EMI REDD .37 valve consoles built by EMI Central Research Laboratories in the late 1950s, while the updated REDD .51 handled their mid-'60s output — including Sgt. Pepper.The introduction of 8-track recording and the increasing sonic experimentation of a new generation of artists demanded new technology; thus, a new EMI-designed desk made its debut in 1968. With 24 mic inputs, eight buses, four echo sends, two cue sends, and — for the first time ever — a compressor/limiter (in addition to EQ) on every channel, the TG12345 console was substantially larger and more capable than the REDD desks, and driven by transistors rather than tubes, its sound was dramatically richer and more highly detailed. The "TG" prefix was a nod to EMI's corporate predecessor, "The Gramophone" company. The TG12345 was put to the test in Studio Two the following year on the Beatles' Abbey Road album.The groundbreaking sound quality of the solid-state EMI TG12345 recording and mastering consoles left its mark on legendary albums by the rock royalty of the era. Four generations of the TG12345 served Abbey Road clients (the studio had changed its name in honor of the Beatles album) through the 1970s, recording countless hit records and film scores before being retired from service in 1983.Chandler Limited TG Microphone Features:Solid-state large-diaphragm condenser micCardioid and omnidirectional polar patternsOnboard Dual Tone System, EMI TG Tape Equalizer, 50Hz/90Hz highpass filter, 10dB padIncludes a shockmount, a dedicated PSU, a 25' Mogami 4-pin cable, and a wooden storage caseQuality crafted by Chandler Limited in Shell Rock, IA
Chandler Limited's Little Devil Equalizer fits into any 500-series module, putting Chandler's all-discrete circuitry, transformer-balanced designs, and premier hand-made quality into the popular modern format. The Little Devil Equalizer is an English-style console EQ, which uses concepts from famous 1081 and 33115 vintage units. Its features a treble and bass shelf with +/- 18dB, with treble set to 12k and bass selectable between 50 and 110Hz. Hi-mid and lo-mid offer +/-18dB, with 7-selection "Q" switching on each band. There's also a 3-position filter and hardwire bypass onboard the Chandler Limited Little Devil Equalizer.Chandler Limited Little Devil Equalizer Module at a Glance:If you like fat and punchy sounds, you'll love the Little Devil EQYour sonic obsession: Chandler's missionVintage EQ for your 500 Series rackIf you like fat and punchy sounds, you'll love the Little Devil EQChandler Limited's Little Devil 500 Series Equalizer is an ideal go-to EQ for in-your-face snares and fat, punchy kick drums. In fact, it sounds great on everything. It delivers rich-sounding and distinctively vintage-flavored EQ, while giving you the modern control you need to sculpt your sound precisely. Designer Wade Goeke's number one rule is that he would not make anything he wouldn't put in his own rack. We'd add that the Little Devil EQ is definitely a piece you want in your rack.Your sonic obsession: Chandler's missionRecording engineers are always looking for fresh tonal colors and approaches when tracking - it's an obsession. Chandler feeds this addiction with their innovative take on the technologies of the past. They start with painstaking component selection. The Little Devil EQ's parts list reads like a 40-year-old document. Seriously - they just don't build 'em this way anymore. Hand-wired and assembled in the USA, the Little Devil EQ utilizes 100% discrete transistor circuitry and specially wound transformers. Aside from the fact that you'll have this puppy forever, the weapons-grade build quality is a means to an end - the sound. Glorious, fat, supremely musical sound, with amazing headroom. Stock your arsenal with the Chandler Limited Little Devil 500 Series Equalizer.Vintage EQ for your 500 Series rackChandler Limited's collection of EQs, compressors/limiters, and preamplifiers are among the best in the industry. Indeed, Chandler Limited's innovative Germanium Series uses classic, smooth-sounding germanium transistors - like those found on the earliest Neve, EMI, Telefunken, and Fairchild units - to effectively revive that warm vintage sound palette. What's more, in addition to fantastic outboard gear, Chandler offers up classic sounds in plug-in form with their spot-on emulations of the legendary Abbey Road console. When you want a vintage touch brought to your modern recordings, trust Chandler Limited.Chandler Limited Little Devil Equalizer Module Features:English-style console Equalizer moduleTreble and bass shelf +/- 18dBTreble set to 12k, bass selectable between 50Hz and 110HzHi- and Lo-mid +/-18dB, with 7-selection "Q" switchingHi-mid - 8k2, 6k8, 5k6, 5k7, 3k3, 2k7, 1k2Lo-mid - 820, 560, 470, 390, 330, 270, 2203-position filter - 47, 82, and 150HzHardwire bypassRuns on any 500 series rack and Power Supply Unit
Chandler Limited is the only company in the world authorized to develop, manufacture and market the “Official Equipment” of EMI/Abbey Road Studios. So if you want the rich, warm, punchy sound of the "Curve Bender" EQ used on the Beatles' legendary Abbey Road album and Pink Floyd's Dark Side of The Moon in the convenient 500 Series format, the Chandler Limited TG12345 MKIV equalizer is the way to go. This handmade, fully discrete, single-width module draws its heritage from the channel EQs found on historic EMI TG12345 recording consoles of the late 1960s and early ‘70s. Featuring presence and bass bands with continuous boost/cut and true bypass, the Chandler Limited TG12345 MKIV puts the sweet sound of a legend in your 500 Series rack.Sweet broadband sound shapingAs a 2-band equalizer, the Chandler Limited TG12345 MKIV is not designed for surgical sound sculpting. For broadband sound shaping, however, Sweetwater considers it in a class by itself. Its control set may seem minimalist, yet it offers a reasonable amount of flexibility. The presence band is switchable between eight frequencies and an Out position. The first seven frequencies, from 500Hz to 6.5kHz, are bell curves; the eighth is a shelf at 10kHz. The bass band is shelving, with two frequency options: 90 and 150Hz.The sound of a legendThe groundbreaking sound quality of the EMI TG12345 recording console, dramatically richer and more highly detailed than the tube consoles it replaced, left its mark on legendary albums by the rock royalty of the era, including the Beatles and Pink Floyd, as well as solo outings by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and George Harrison. Never commercially available, the TG12345 desks were retired from service in 1983. But the legend lives on — in the Chandler Limited TG12345 MKIV.Chandler Limited and their associated logos are registered trademarks of Chandler Limited, Inc. Abbey Road Studios, EMI, TG, REDD and RS and their associated logos are trademarks of EMI (IP) Limited.Chandler Limited TG12345 MKIV 500 Series EQ Features:Inspired by the channel EQs from historic EMI TG12345 consoles of the late '60s and early ‘70s2-band equalizer with presence and bass bands with continuous boost/cutPresence band switchable between eight frequencies and OutPresence bands are bell curves, except the highest (10kHz), which is shelvingBass band is shelving, with two frequency options: 90 and 150HzTrue bypass
Chandler Limited is the only company in the world authorized to develop, manufacture and market the “Official Equipment” of EMI/Abbey Road Studios. So if you want the rich, warm, punchy sound of the optical compression used on the Beatles' legendary Abbey Road album and Pink Floyd's Dark Side of The Moon in the convenient 500 Series format, the Chandler Limited TG Opto is the way to go. This handmade, fully discrete, double-wide module draws its heritage from the EMI TG12413 compressor found on historic EMI TG12345 recording consoles of the late 1960s and early ‘70s. Featuring selectable sharp and rounded knees; continuous controls for input, attack, release, and output; and true bypass, the Chandler Limited TG Opto puts the sweet sound of a legend in your 500 Series rack.Aggressive or unobtrusive: the choice is yoursAt Sweetwater, we appreciate the TG Opto's dual personality. A choice of sharp or rounded knees gives you control over how aggressively the Opto compresses your signal. With the Knee control switch set to sharp, the Opto can deliver explosive drum sounds; set to rounded, it's capable of subtle dynamics control. Continuous controls for input, attack, release, and output (makeup gain) let you fine-tune compression for excellent results with a broad variety of sources.The sound of a legendThe groundbreaking sound quality of the EMI TG12345 recording console, dramatically richer and more highly detailed than the tube consoles it replaced, left its mark on legendary albums by the rock royalty of the era, including the Beatles and Pink Floyd, as well as solo outings by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and George Harrison. Never commercially available, the TG12345 desks were retired from service in 1983. But the legend lives on — in the Chandler Limited TG Opto.Chandler Limited and their associated logos are registered trademarks of Chandler Limited, Inc. Abbey Road Studios, EMI, TG, REDD and RS and their associated logos are trademarks of EMI (IP) Limited.Chandler Limited TG Opto 500 Series Compressor Features:Inspired by the EMI TG12413 compressor in historic EMI TG12345 consoles of the late '60s and early ‘70sSelectable sharp and rounded knees for aggressive or subtle compressionContinuous controls for input, attack, release, and output (makeup gain)Vintage styling and VU meterTrue bypass
Chandler Limited's Little Devil Compressor fits into any 500-series module, putting Chandler's all-discrete circuitry, transformer-balanced designs, and premier hand-made quality into the popular modern format. The Little Devil Compressor is a FET compressor, which uses concepts from Chandler's famous Germanium Compressor and the Neve 2264 compressor. Its input control features a curve selection, with germanium diode knees. There are also a gain makeup control, a 3-position attack control, a flexible sidechain filter, and full hardware bypass on the Chandler Limited Little Devil Compressor.Chandler Limited Little Devil Compressor Module Features:FET compressor moduleInput control and curve selection with zener and germanium diode kneesGain make-up controlAttack control and 3-position ratio controlSidechain filterTHD selectionRelease controlFull hardwire bypassRuns on any 500 series rack and Power Supply UnitBring Chandler Limited's vintage-flavored compression to your 500 series rack, with the Little Devil Compressor!Quality Module from Chandler LimitedChandler Limited's collection of EQs, compressors/limiters, and preamplifiers are among the best in the industry. Indeed, Chandler Limited's innovative Germanium Series uses classic, smooth-sounding germanium transistors - like those found on the earliest Neve, EMI, Telefunken, and Fairchild units - to effectively revive that warm vintage sound palette. What's more, in addition to fantastic outboard gear, Chandler offers up classic sounds in plug-in form with their spot-on emulations of the legendary Abbey Road console. When you want a vintage touch brought to your modern recordings, trust Chandler Limited.
The Chandler Limited Little Devil 500 Series Preamp gives you a warmth and a range of tone that will add instant vitality to your tracks. As a preamplifier, the Little Devil 500 Pre gives you a solid Class A boost, hot enough for low-output mics, including ribbons. Dial in the feedback, and the Little Devil 500 Pre springs to life, morphing smoothly through a wide range of detail that you can use to get exactly the character you need. The way the Little Devil Pre enhances and smoothes out harsh transients also makes it an ideal color box for line-level sources, and the front-panel DI makes it perfect for direct bass and guitar as well. With all this going for it, the Chandler Limited Little Devil Preamp is a no-brainer addition to your 500 Series rack.Chandler Limited Little Devil 500 Series Preamp at a Glance:Flexible input routingPowerful tone sculpting toolsYour sonic obsession: Chandler's missionFlexible input routingThe flexible input options of the Chandler Little Devil 500 Pre will save you time and effort getting everything set up. You can use either XLR or TRS cables for connecting to the pre, and you can select whether the inputs are high or low impedance. The Little Devil Pre offers up to 66dB of gain to really push your signal. Power your favorite condenser mics with the built-in 48V phantom power supply.Powerful tone sculpting toolsThe Chandler Limited Little Devil 500 Pre is also a powerful tool for sculpting the tones you want for your tracks. The bright switch and low cut filter let you sculpt the highs and lows of your signal, and the phase control, well, flips the phase. You'll love the big and open sound of the Little Devil's Class A design. A Feedback/Bias control gives you the ability to change the the way the amplifier reacts. You can increase the harmonic range and the nature of clipping and distorion by simply rotating a knob. You can dial in soft Class A clipping to gushy tube type clipping.Your sonic obsession: Chandler's missionRecording engineers are always looking for fresh tonal colors and approaches when tracking - it's an obsession. Chandler feeds this addiction with their innovative take on the technologies of the past. They start with painstaking component selection. The Little Devil Preamp's parts list reads like a 40-year-old document. Seriously - they just don't build 'em this way anymore. Hand-wired and assembled in the USA, the Little Devil Pre utilizes 100% discrete transistor circuitry and specially wound transformers. Aside from the fact that you'll have this puppy forever, the weapons-grade build quality is a means to an end - the sound. Glorious, fat, supremely musical sound, with amazing clarity and headroom. Stock your arsenal with the Chandler Limited Little Devil 500 Series Preamp.Chandler Limited Little Devil 500 Series Preamp Features:48V phantom power66dB of gainSelectable impedanceBalanced mic or line inputsLow Cut switchBright switchPhase switchFeedback/Bias control
The Chandler Limited Germ 500 MkII 500 series preamp gives you classic Germanium Pre Amp sound in a conveniently modular format. From Neve to Fairchild, it's no wonder that germanium transistors have been used in some of the greatest audio gear of all time. That's why Chandler decided to build their Germanium series around this tried-and true technology. And with the Germ 500 MkII, you can put this same sound right in your 500 series rack. Discover the secret weapon many of today's top engineers swear by, order your Chandler Limited Germ 500 MkII 500 series preamplifier today!Chandler Limited Germ 500 MkII 500 Series Preamplifier at a Glance:Feedback control lets you dial in the perfect toneThick setting lets you add extra dimension to your soundTime-tested Germanium soundFeedback control lets you dial in the perfect toneThe Germ 500 MkII's Feedback control is the key to its incredible tone-shaping ability. Like all amplifiers, the Germ 500 MkII uses feedback (the process of feeding the output signal back into the input of the amplifier) to boost gain. But unlike typical preamplifiers, Chandler Limited's Germ 500 MkII lets you control the amount of signal that's fed back. The Feedback control affects more than just gain, it alters the overall character of the unit, including its total harmonic distortion and frequency response, allowing you to perfectly sculpt the contour of your tone.Thick setting lets you add extra dimension to your soundOne of the features that makes Chandler Limited's full-sized Germanium Pre Amp stand out is its Thick function, which is why they chose to include it when they designed the Germ 500 MkII. This subtle tone-shaping control makes the Germ 500 MkII perfect for adding a gentle low-end swell to sources that sound weak or thin. You'll particularly love the way the Germ 500 MkII's Thick function adds weight to the sound of guitars.Time-tested Germanium soundEquipped with genuine germanium-transistor-based Drive and Feedback circuits, the Germ 500 MkII lets you dial in luscious lows and creamy highs. Germanium transistors have been instrumental in the most revered preamplifiers and signal processors for decades. That's why Chandler Limited uses germanium transistors in many of their most popular models. With a Germ 500 MkII, that same signature sound is more accessible than ever before!Chandler Limited Germ 500 MkII 500 Series Preamplifier Features:The sound and functionality of a Chandler Germanium Pre Amp, in a handy 500 series modular formatClass A, germanium-transistor-based drive and feedback circuits for genuine Germanium toneAn impressive 65dB of total amplification lets you use an kind of microphone, even low-output ribbonsFeedback control allows you to dial in the tonal contour, letting you control the character of your soundThick control introduces a subtle rise to your low end - perfect for adding girth to guitar toneFront-panel instrument input provides easy access for tracking guitar and bass-15dB pad switch provides a total of 70dB of dynamic range
The Chandler Limited TG2-500 500 Series mic/line preamp module is a spot-on re-creation of the rare EMI TG12428, found in the recording and mastering consoles of EMI (and later Abbey Road) studios in the late '60s and early '70s. The TG2-500 is built using the original TG12428 schematics. Put the sound of the preamp used in such iconic recordings as The Beatles' Abbey Road and Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon in your 500 Series rack. Order your TG2-500 from Sweetwater today!Chandler Limited TG2-500 500 Series Mic/Line Preamp at a Glance:There's history behind this amazing-sounding preYou get warmth and punch - plus an open, airy high endPut this in your rack and brace yourself for some serious toneThere's history behind this amazing-sounding preThe Chandler Limited TG2-500 500 Series module is a re-creation of the rare EMI TG12428 preamp fitted in EMI/Abbey Road recording and mastering consoles of the late '60s and early '70s. This instantly identifiable sound was used on many legendary Abbey Road recordings, including The Beatles Abbey Road and Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon.You get warmth and punch - plus an open, airy high endThe Chandler Limited TG2-500 500 Series preamp module incorporates the same discrete transformer-balanced amplifiers as the TG Series limiter, giving you a creamy, smooth tone with an open, airy high end. The sound, as described by many users, is imbued with vintage warmth and punch - but with a more open top end. The unit does indeed have a small rise in its high frequency response, along with some warmth-inducing distortion which contribute to its unique, punchy sound.Put this in your rack and brace yourself for some serious toneChandler Limited's TG2-500 500 Series preamp was built from the original EMI TG12428 design notes and circuit board drawings provided by Abbey Road and EMI. With a genealogy like that, this preamp's a no-brainer. When you plug into the Chandler Limited TG2-500 Abbey Road Special Edition preamp, you plug into the sound behind some of the most memorable recordings in classic rock history. Put one (or more) of these preamps in your 500 Series rack and brace yourself for some serious tone.Chandler Limited TG2-500 500 Series Mic/Line Preamp Features:Topology based closely on the original EMI TG12428 at EMI/Abbey Road studioDiscrete transformer-balanced amplifiers produce a warm tone with clear highs and rich lowsInput gain ranges from +20dB to +50dB48V phantom power, phase reverse, and an impedance switchImpedance switch toggles between 300 ohms and 1200 ohms, to match any micChannel output gain control lets you run the input gain hot for extra colorRequires compatible 500 Series chassisChandler Limited and their associated logos are registered trademarks of Chandler Limited, Inc. Abbey Road Studios, EMI, TG, REDD, RS and their associated logos are trademarks of EMI (IP) Limited.
The Chandler Limited TG Channel MKII is a re-creation of several classic circuits and combines a TG2 preamp section with an equalizer that was redesigned from an equalization circuit used in EMI's TG12410 Transfer console - the mastering counterpart to the original "Beatles desks." The Chandler Limited version has been remade using original design information and circuit board drawings as provided by Abbey Road to ensure extreme authenticity. Chandler Limited even remolded the old TG-style pointer knobs. Inject authentic Abbey Road vibe in your recordings with the Chandler Limited TG Channel MKII.Chandler Limited TG Channel MkII at a Glance:Juice your productions with bone fide Abbey Road vibeSo awesome-sounding, your sound is sweetened just by passing through itSounds like a fine musical instrument - not a modern surgical toolJuice your productions with bone fide Abbey Road vibeCapturing the magic of the original equipment found in Abbey Road Studios - the very same used for Beatles' albums, not to mention Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon, Chandler has brought the sound of the most famous studio in the world to engineers the world over.So awesome-sounding, your sound is sweetened just by passing through itThe preamp section of the TG Channel MKII beautifully replicates the sound of the original, and, to many ears, possibly improves the high-end response. The EQ section provides Pultec-style control over the sound, and, like a vintage unit, the sound is sweetened just by passing through it. The recordings done with the original gear are still reference points for both musicians and engineers. Now you can own the same gear!Sounds like a fine musical instrument - not a modern surgical toolThe active portions of the unit use the same discrete amplifiers and transformers as in the TG1 Limiter and TG2 pre amp. The passive equalizer portion of the EQ is an all inductor design and offers sweet high frequencies with large inductor based lows, and a very high "Q" mid cut section. Designed to sound like a fine musical instrument instead of a modern surgical tool, it's sound is very comparable to Pultec and Lang program EQs but made from TG circuits. A simple description would be a TG Pultec with a TG pre amp thrown in. Gear.Chandler Limited TG Channel MkII Features:Mic Pre and DIControls over input and output levels allows running input hot without overloading the recorderFlexible EQ sectionChandler Limited and their associated logos are registered trademarks of Chandler Limited, Inc. Abbey Road Studios, EMI, TG, REDD, RS and their associated logos are trademarks of EMI (IP) Limited.
The Chandler Limited Germanium Preamp/DI is a throwback to a time when gear sounded great. Germanium transistors have been used in audio gear including Neve, EMI, Telefunken, and Fairchild for their unique sonic characteristics. It hasn't been used in current gear for a while now, but that all changes with the Germanium Preamp/DI. What make this preamp unique are the gain circuits. The Gain/Germanium Drive control and Feedback control are intricately linked. Gain acts as a standard gain control, but roll up the amount of Feedback and the Germanium Pre realizes its full potential, as well as adding a small bass boost and a tasty high-frequency roll-off. For cleaner tones keep the Feedback on the restrained side, or crank it up for fat guitars and vocals. There aren't any other preamps like the Chandler Limited Germanium Preamp/DI.Chandler Limited Germanium Preamp/DI at a Glance:Outfit your studio with a unique-sounding preampReap the sonic benefits of germanium transistorsYour sonic obsession: Chandler's missionOutfit your studio with a unique-sounding preampThe Germanium Preamp/DI is a cutting-edge design by Chandler Limited designer Wade Goeke that uses classic germanium transistors in all Class A, transformer balanced, circuits. The use of germanium devices opens a whole new sound palate not found in any pro audio equipment currently manufactured. The results are warm and tube-like, with a fat bottom end. Yes, this is the classic vintage coloration we all gush over, and it's yours for the taking - in the Germanium Preamp/DI.Reap the sonic benefits of germanium transistorsSmooth-sounding germanium transistors were the basis of the earliest transistor designs by Neve (1053, 1055, 1057), EMI ( TG12345 MKI), Telefunken, and Fairchild. Those familiar with these units can attest to the special sound of the germanium tranasistor. Chandler Limited's Germanium series runs on +40 volt power, high current, and has a huge +34 output before clipping. The sound is warm and smooth as with many vintage style circuits, but you'll find a whole new world of smooth here as well as a sound that settles in perfectly to your tracks without fighting.Your sonic obsession: Chandler's missionRecording engineers are always looking for fresh tonal colors and approaches when tracking - it's an obsession. Chandler feeds this addiction with their innovative take on the technologies of the past. They start with painstaking component selection. The Germanium Preamp/DI's parts list reads like a 40-year-old document. Seriously - they just don't build 'em this way anymore. Hand-wired and assembled in the USA, the Germanium Preamp/DI utilizes 100% discrete transistor circuitry and specially wound transformers. Aside from the fact that you'll have this puppy forever, the weapons-grade build quality is a means to an end - the sound. Glorious, fat, supremely musical sound. Stock your arsenal with a serious weapon - the Chandler Limited Preamp/DI.Chandler Limited Germanium Preamp/DI Features:I/O: XLRDI - Unbalanced jack with 100k input impedanceGermanium Drive controls the input gain of the Germanium ampPad and Thick SwitchesFeedback Control to adjust the amount of signal fed from the amplifier output back to the input10-segment LED VU meter
The Chandler Limited REDD.47 mic preamp re-creates the original tube line amps used in Abbey Road Studios' rare, custom EMI REDD.51 recording consoles. This is the unmistakably punchy, agressive sound that characterized recordings made in Studio Two between 1964 and 1968 - including legendary tracks by The Beatles. Modern features have been added to meet contemporary recording studio standards, such as increased gain that gives you a range of new tonal options, from pristine cleans to rich, classic saturation. Take it from Sweetwater, with its inimitable sonic moxie, the Chandler Limited REDD.47 will work wonders in your studio.Chandler Limited REDD.47 Mic Preamp at a Glance:The workhorse line amp of the REDD.51Enjoy an expanded range of tonal optionsThe workhorse line amp of the REDD.51A critical component of the EMI REDD.51 console (REDD being an acronym for Abbey Road Studios' in-house Record Engineering Development Department), the REDD.47 line amplifier was used in virtually every stage of the audio path, including the mic and line inputs, the echo sends, and the monitors. With its spunky, in-your-face sonics, the REDD.47 lent its unique character to all the music - including every Beatles track - recorded in Abbey Road Studio Two during its mid-'60s tour of duty.Enjoy an expanded range of tonal optionsChandler Limited's REDD.47 preamp gives you added benefits never offered by the original design, including an increased gain range that greatly expands your tonal options. Imagine being able to dial between immaculate cleans and classic tube saturation with up to 2 percent harmonic distortion before clipping! Think of the gnarly, distorted guitars in The Beatles' "Revolution." They were DI'd straight into the board; all that seething mad-dog bite is the REDD.47. And speaking of direct injection, Chandler Limited has thoughtfully included a DI input on the REDD.47 front panel.Chandler Limited REDD.47 Mic Preamp Features:Delivers the legendary sound of Abbey Road Studios' "holy-grail" preampModern features to meet contemporary recording studio standardsIncreased gain allows tonal options from pristine cleans to classic rich saturationInputs: Mic/Line (Balanced XLR), D/I (1/4")Stepped gain: 6dB increments; fine gain: variable +/-5dB;Total Gain: +57dB; output control: variableRumble filter; 20dB pad; Polarity reverse; +48V Phantom powerTubes: EF86, E88CC (input/output)Transformer balanced I/O (custom wound)Internal power supplyChandler Limited and their associated logos are registered trademarks of Chandler Limited, Inc. Abbey Road Studios, EMI, TG, REDD, RS and their associated logos are trademarks of EMI (IP) Limited.
The Chandler Limited TG2 Abbey Road Special Edition preamp is an spot-on re-creation of the rare EMI TG12428, found in the recording and mastering consoles of EMI (and later Abbey Road) studios in the late '60s and early '70s. The TG2 gives you a pair of top-shelf preamps, built using the original TG12428 schematics provided by Abbey Road and EMI. Get the sound of the preamp used in such recordings as The Beatles' Abbey Road and Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon albums - with Chandler Limited's TG2 Abbey Road Special Edition.Chandler Limited TG2 Abbey Road Special Edition 2-channel Preamp at a Glance:There's history behind this amazing-sounding preYou get warmth and punch - plus an open, airy high endPut this in your rack and brace yourself for some serious toneThere's history behind this amazing-sounding preThe Chandler Limited TG2 Abbey Road Special Edition is a re-creation of the rare EMI TG12428 preamp fitted in EMI/Abbey Road recording and mastering consoles of the late '60s and early '70s. This instantly identifiable sound was used on many legendary Abbey Road recordings, including The Beatles Abbey Road and Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon.You get warmth and punch - plus an open, airy high endThe Chandler Limited TG2 Abbey Road Special Edition preamp incorporates the same discrete transformer-balanced amplifiers as the TG Series limiter, giving you a creamy, smooth tone with an open, airy high end. The sound, as described by many users, is imbued with classic Neve warmth and punch - but with a more open top end. The unit does indeed have a small rise in its high frequency response, along with some warmth-inducing distortion which contribute to its unique, punchy sound.Put this in your rack and brace yourself for some serious toneChandler Limited's TG2 Abbey Road Special Edition preamp gives you a pair of top-shelf pres, built using the original EMI TG12428 design notes and circuit board drawings provided by Abbey Road and EMI. With an genealogy like that, this preamp's a no-brainer. When you plug into the Chandler Limited TG2 Abbey Road Special Edition preamp, you plug into the sound behind some of the most memorable recordings in classic rock history. Put the Chandler Limited TG2 Abbey Road Special Edition preamp in your rack and brace yourself for some serious tone.Chandler Limited TG2 Abbey Road Special Edition 2-channel Preamp Features:Topology based closely on the original EMI TG12428 at EMI/Abbey Road studioDiscrete transformer-balanced amplifiers produce a warm tone with clear highs and rich lowsBoth channels have 1 x XLR I/O, plus 1 x TS for high-impedance instrument-level inputInput gain ranges from +5dB to +75dB, in 15 stepsBoth channels have +48V phantom power, a phase reverse, and an impedance switchImpedance switch toggles between 300 ohms and 1200 ohms, to match any micChannel output gain control lets run the input gain hot for extra colorSumming option mixes both preamps using the TG2's discrete circuitry for a minimal signal pathChandler Limited and their associated logos are registered trademarks of Chandler Limited, Inc. Abbey Road Studios, EMI, TG, REDD, RS and their associated logos are trademarks of EMI (IP) Limited.
The Chandler Limited RS124 packs three legendary Abbey Road RS124 compressors into one chassis. Over the decades since the Abbey Road RS124 graced Beatles' recordings, there were attempts to re-create the hardware from sketchy information; none of these efforts fully realized the elusive musical soul of the original EMI unit. Schematics relayed only so much of the design. So Chandler turned to historic units provided by Abbey Road, as well as handwritten modification memos that would prove essential in understanding the essence of the beast. They succeeded! The Chandler Limited RS124 nails the behavior and sonics of the original - which Peter Cobbin, Abbey Road's Director of Engineering, describes as "pure cream being drizzled slowly into and over a mix.”Chandler Limited RS124 Compressor at a Glance:Put a legendary compressor in your rackWhat the RS124 can do for youYour sonic obsession: Chandler's missionPut a legendary compressor in your rackThe Abbey Road RS124 is a holy-grail compressor. It has a lovely, colorful sound, and a colorful back story. In the late 1950s, EMI procured several Altec 436B tube compressors for their London studios. In 1960, EMI engineers modified them so heavily (and as they were never used outside of Abbey Road), they felt comfortable re-naming them, and thus, the RS124 was born. Imagine getting your hands on the compressor that was used on virtually every Beatles recording made at Abbey Road Studios! The RS124 lives on, courtesy of Chandler Limited. The Chandler Limited RS124 sounds incredible - and like no other compressor you've ever used.What the RS124 can do for youThe RS124's smooth, creamy sonic character and transient-taming prowess comes without a hint of muffling during heavy compression. Once you use the Chandler Limited RS124, you'll find out what Abbey Road engineers quickly realized: this is an indispensable tool for tracking, bus compression, mixing, and mastering. Along with original Input, Output, and Recovery (release) controls and the unique Hold setting, the Chandler Limited RS124 ups the ante with modern features like adjustable attack, selectable output impedance, and the cutting-edge SuperFuse. Google up some photos of Abbey Road Studios in the 1960s. You will see an RS124 in just about every control room. Wouldn't it be great to have one (or two) in yours?Your sonic obsession: Chandler's missionRecording engineers are always looking for fresh tonal colors when tracking, mixing, and mastering - it's an obsession. Chandler Limited feeds this addiction with their innovative take on the technologies of the past. They start with painstaking component selection. Every parts list reads like a 50-year-old document. Take it from Sweetwater - they just don't build 'em this way anymore. Hand-wired and assembled in their Shell Rock, Iowa, factory, Chandler Limited hardware utilizes only the highest-quality tubes and components, 100% discrete-transistor circuitry, and specially wound transformers. Aside from the fact that you'll have this gear forever, the weapons-grade build quality is a means to an end - the sound. Glorious, fat, supremely musical sound, with amazing headroom.Chandler Limited RS124 Compressor Features:A spot-on re-creation of the legendary Abbey Road RS124Optimized for use in modern studio environmentsVersatile design with multiple sonic personalitiesVariable Input and Output Attenuation controlsAttack: selectable, stepped (9 settings)Recovery: selectable, stepped (6 settings, plus Hold)2U steel rackmount chassisXLR input and output, transformer-balanced (custom-wound)Output impedance: 200/600 ohms, switchableSuperFuse (switchable mode)Hand-wired and assembled in Chandler's Shell Rock, Iowa, factoryChandler Limited and their associated logos are registered trademarks of Chandler Limited, Inc. Abbey Road Studios, EMI, TG, REDD, RS and their associated logos are trademarks of EMI (IP) Limited.
The Chandler Limited TG1 Abbey Road Special Edition limiter is an authentic re-creation of the classic EMI TG12413 - used on The Beatles' Abbey Road and Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon albums. Although the TG12413 was never offered commercially, Chandler Limited has resurrected the beast from the original design specifications and circuit board drawings as provided by Abbey Road Studios and EMI. This compressor/limiter features an all-discrete circuit with transformer-balanced input and output that produces smooth, pleasing distortion. For a distinctive Abbey Road sonic flavor, put Chandler Limited's TG1 Abbey Road Special Edition limiter in your rack.At a Glance:A re-creation of the amazing-sounding classicYou're in good company: The Beatles, Pink Floyd, The Stones...Pure vintage sound from discrete circuitry and transformer-balanced input and outputA re-creation of the amazing-sounding classicThe Chandler Limited TG1 Abbey Road Special Edition is a re-creation of the classic EMI TG12413 limiter used in custom EMI and Abbey Road recording and mastering consoles from the late 60's. The TG Limiter was originally designed to have the characteristics of the Fairchild 660/670, which was adored by many EMI engineers - including Geoff Emerick - but ended up with a very special sound all its own. These rare pieces were never commercially available and only EMI-owned studios had access to them. The Chandler Limited version has been remade from the original design information and circuit board drawings as provided by Abbey Road and EMI to ensure extreme authenticity.You're in good company: The Beatles, Pink Floyd, The Stones...TG equipment was used on many classic records and this Limiter was featured on every channel of TG consoles used to record The Beatles' Abbey Road, several Pink Floyd records, including Dark Side of the Moon, Paul McCartney, and the Rolling Stones. When you use Chandler Limited's TG1 Abbey Road Special Edition limiter, you'll immediately hear the sonic ancestry. This limiter sounds totally gear.Pure vintage sound from discrete circuitry and transformer-balanced input and outputThe Chandler Limited TG1 Abbey Road Special Edition limiter features an all discrete circuit with transformer-balanced input and output. The limiting element is a rarely seen diode network that produces smooth, pleasing distortion. The warm open sound, often compared to the holy grail Fairchild 670, is very punchy, while maintaining exceptional clarity and high frequency response. You've simply got to hear one in action to fully appreciate a limiter of this magnitude.Selectable Compression/LimitingTHD control lets you bypass Comp/Limiting but still pass audio through the circuitryTransformer balanced inputs and outputsNew input control provides better control at lower amounts of compressionChandler Limited and their associated logos are registered trademarks of Chandler Limited, Inc. Abbey Road Studios, EMI, TG, REDD, RS and their associated logos are trademarks of EMI (IP) Limited.
The Chandler Limited RS660 tube compressor/limiter is Inspired by the classic program levelers used by engineers at EMI Abbey Road Studios in the 1960s. From the Beatles to early Pink Floyd, the historic Fairchild 660 and EMI RS124 compressors shaped the sound of countless iconic recordings that emerged from the legendary London facility. The eminently musical performance of these units stemmed from their “vari-mu” circuits, which generated program-dependent gain reduction by automatically adapting to the dynamics of the incoming signal to efficiently manage levels while allowing vocals and instruments to bloom with vibrancy and punch. Meticulously handcrafted by Chandler Limited, the RS660 builds upon the sonic magic of these rare, prized vintage compressors in an innovative modern design that advances the state of the art in dynamics control.The best of vintage and modernBuilt around the venerable 6386 mil-spec vacuum tube, the RS660 is, not surprisingly, engineered more efficiently than the coveted vintage units that inspired it. After all, today’s cutting-edge technology and advanced materials science enable high-precision design and manufacturing unimaginable back in the 1960s. No mere reproduction, however, the RS660’s elegant and refined compression circuit is painstakingly tuned to deliver a sound that combines the sought-after sonics of its Fairchild namesake along with modern flexibility, vanishingly low noise, and impeccable behavior, no matter how hard you push it. The RS660 is a professional tool that can tame the dynamics of any source, from subtle vocals to hard-hitting drums — and everything in between. The single-channel RS660 is also linkable to a second unit for stereo operation — ideal for pumping up drum buses and complete mixes.Built like a tankBack in the day, pro audio gear was handcrafted using military-grade materials and through-hole components — and that’s how Chandler Limited builds its equipment today in Shell Rock, Iowa. Accordingly, the RS660’s vintage-inspired circuitry is ensconced in a rugged dual-rackspace chassis with a stout faceplate, a beefy internal power supply, transformer-balanced XLR I/O, and selectable output impedance. As did the classic compressors that inspired it, the RS660 provides a tactile sensory user experience. The throw of its pots engenders a confident, spoon-in-honey feel that, at first touch, suggests you’re using a serious piece of high-end kit — and the world-class results confirm it. The Chandler Limited RS660 represents a significant advancement in the art of signal dynamics processing.Features:Designed in cooperation with EMI Abbey Road StudiosSingle-channel, linkableTransformer-balanced I/O, XLROutput impedance: selectable, 200/600 ΩContinuous input and output gain controlTime constant: 7 positions, steppedModes: THD, Comp, LimitStereo Link: switchable, 1/4-inch jackInternal power supply
The Chandler PSU-1 is designed to run any two Chandler units except the Mini Rack Mixer.
The Chandler Limited TG2 is a recreation of the rare EMI TG12428 pre amp used in EMI/Abbey Road recording and mastering consoles used in the late 60's and early 70's. The sound was used on many famous recordings done at Abbey Road including The Beatles "Abbey Road" and Pink Floyd "Dark Side of the Moon." The amplifiers were also used in many EMI circuits of the time. Our version was remade from original design notes and circuit board drawings, provided by Abbey Road and EMI to ensure extreme authenticity!