MANLEY VOXBOX® COMBO
Transform Your Sound with the Manley VOXBOX®
The Manley VOXBOX® is not just a voice processor; it's a sonic powerhouse meticulously crafted to meet the demands of project songwriters and major studios alike.
Key Features
- Versatile Mic Preamplifier Section:
- The preamplifier section mirrors the esteemed Manley Mono Microphone Preamplifier. Featuring a custom-designed mic input transformer, 48V Phantom power, and a BASS CUT switch for rumble reduction, the VOXBOX® ensures pristine audio capture. With variable feedback control and +31dBu headroom, this all-tube circuitry delivers a pure Class A vacuum tube experience.
- Dynamic Compressor Section:
- Taking the opto-isolator approach of the Manley ELOP® Limiter to new heights, the VOXBOX® compresses signals before hitting the tubes. With a Ratio of 3:1 and adjustable ATTACK and RELEASE controls, this compressor is versatile and transparent. The innovative sidechain uses up to four different time constants simultaneously, introducing "Parametric Compression" for unique and fresh sounds.
- Extended EQ Section:
- Responding to user requests, the Pultec Mid Frequency Equalizer in the VOXBOX® now covers 33 frequencies in 3 bands. The EQ section, utilizing real inductors and Class A circuitry, offers magic in the bottom end and sweetness in the top end. The EQ INPUT switch enables patching for Line Input, Preamp Output, or INSERT return, adding versatility to your sound shaping.
- De-Esser & Limiter Section:
- Built on the ELOP® Limiter design, the de-esser and peak limiter handle frequencies from 3KHz to 12KHz with precision. The fifth position mimics the famed LA-2A limiter, allowing pre-EQ compression and post-EQ limiting. The VOXBOX® provides the ability to insert the de-esser silently during playback, ensuring smooth and effective de-essing.
- Stereo Capabilities and Beyond:
- While the VOXBOX® excels as a voice processor, its capabilities extend far beyond. Ideal for drums, bass, guitar, and keys, the two separate sections can be used together or independently. Stereo Links for both the compressor and De-Ess/Limiter sections, along with special compression settings, offer superior performance for mix or pre-mastering. The name "VOXBOX®" is just the beginning of its potential.
- Innovative Meter and Silent Switching:
- Featuring a full-size illuminated Sifam VU meter, the VOXBOX® provides visual feedback for line input, preamp output, final output, compressor gain reduction, and de-esser/limiter action. Innovations include warm-up muting circuitry, extensive magnetic field containment, 'smart -grounding,' and silent switching for enhanced user experience.
- MANLEY POWER® Switch-Mode Power Supply:
- Upgraded with the MANLEY POWER® Switch-Mode Power Supply in late 2021, the VOXBOX® boasts a superior power source designed specifically for high-voltage vacuum tubes. Developed by the expert team led by Bruno Putzeys, this power supply delivers 300 Volt DC rails, ensuring high headroom and unmatched sonic performance. Regulated, low-impedance, efficient, and quiet, the power supply contributes to the VOXBOX®'s massive audio excellence.
The Manley VOXBOX® is more than a sum of its parts – it's a transformative tool that blends the iconic "Manley Sound" with your unique sonic vision. Elevate your audio production with the VOXBOX® and experience studio brilliance like never before.
