Chandler Limited TG2 Preamp
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From the Myth of EMI/Abbey Road Consoles to Your Rack
The TG2 Pre Amp/DI transposes the DNA of the legendary TG consoles from the late 60s/early 70s into a two-channel preamp. As the heir to the EMI TG12428 module, it recaptures the signature heard on classics crafted at Abbey Road, from "Abbey Road" to the immersive textures of "The Dark Side of the Moon." An authentic way to introduce the TG aesthetic into a modern signal chain.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Sound engineers, producers, and musicians seeking an instantly inspiring tone will find an ally for pop/rock vocals, electric guitars/DI-tuned basses, overheads, snares, and keyboards. Its sweet top-end and punch provide presence and density without harshness, while offering enough headroom to preserve transients.
Design and Key Features
At the heart of the TG2, discrete symmetrical transformer-coupled amplifiers deliver a slight lift in the upper spectrum and controlled harmonic saturation. The result: silky highs, a solid image, and organic warmth that stack perfectly in the mix, even with demanding sources.
The implementation is studio-focused: each of the two channels features phase inversion and +48 V phantom power for your condenser microphones. The switchable input impedance from 1200 to 300 Ohms allows adapting the load to dynamics and ribbon mics, while the DI mode turns the TG2 into a high-end direct box for basses, synths, and guitars.
Technical specifications
| Number of channels | 2 | Rack unit | 1 |
| Type | dual mono microphone preamplifier with DI function | Phase inversion | switchable per channel |
| Architecture | discrete symmetrical transformer-coupled amplifiers, inherited from the EMI TG12428 module | Phantom power | +48 V switchable per channel |
| Gain | +5 dB to +75 dB | Power compatibility | external PSU-1 power supply unit (not included) |
| Sound signature | slight emphasis on the upper spectrum and musical harmonic saturation | Included accessory | connection cable for PSU-1 |
| Input impedance | 1200 to 300 Ohms (switchable) | ||
Questions frequently asked
What sound does the Chandler Limited TG2 Preamp deliver?
Its architecture, derived from the EMI TG12428 module, provides a slight emphasis on the high end and musical harmonic saturation. The result features a silky high-frequency and a solid sound image.
Is the TG2 suitable for ribbon and dynamic microphones?
The input impedance is switchable between 1200 and 300 Ohms to adapt the load to dynamic and ribbon microphones. Phantom power +48 V is separately available on each channel for condenser microphones.
What gain range does this preamp offer?
Each channel offers adjustable gain from +5 dB to +75 dB.
Can a bass or synthesizer be recorded directly using this preamp?
The DI mode allows direct connection of a bass, guitar, or synthesizer. This function uses both channels of the 1U rack-mount preamplifier.
What power supply is required to operate the TG2?
Operation requires an external PSU-1 power supply unit, not included. A connection cable for the PSU-1 is provided. Phase inversion remains individually switchable on both channels.
