Chandler Limited
Introduction
The music that was recorded at the legendary Abbey Road Studios in London in the United Kingdom has influenced generations of artists, engineers, musicians and producers. First and foremost, it was the music of the Beatles, the most popular and successful group in the history of popular music that inspired a new generation of creative minds in the world of professional music recording. Each of the consoles and much of the gear that was used to record this classical popular music was made by the engineers at Abbey Road, which at the time, was known simply as EMI Studios— a facility which largely served the clients of the record label, EMI (in America, it was of course, Capitol Records). For the very first time, a company based in the United States, Chandler Limited, has been licensed to recreate the official gear that until now could only be found at Abbey Road.
Which products from Chandler Limited that were used by the great engineers and recording studio facilities of the past would be a great fit for the educational space?
Since none of the equipment at Abbey Road was available to the public, until now, it was always one of the very best kept secrets in the world of professional music recording. However, if you wish to achieve the sounds of the 1960s, there are the following offerings from Chandler Limited: the TG-2 500 microphone preamp, the TG12345 Mark IV equalization unit and the TG Opto Compressor. Each of these units are available in the convenient and portable 500-series format. It is important to note that Chandler Limited makes an array of rack mount units that also provide the same functionality— each of which would be excellent units for the educational space. Chandler Limited also produces a mini-rack mixer which would be an excellent unit for the educational space.
Chandler Limited— TG2-500 Microphone Preamp
The TG2-500 is the recreation of one of the most coveted microphone preamps in the history of music recording. It is also easy to use and it sounds amazing on just about any source. It is important to keep in mind that these preamps were once used to record every track (or source) in a single recording— from guitar and drum tracks to piano and string or choral ensembles. It is important to keep in mind that the TG2-500 is a 500-series unit and will require the use of a compatible 500-series chassis.
Image: The Chandler Limited TG2-500 Microphone Preamp
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Image: The Chandler Limited TG12345 Mark IV Equalization Unit
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Image: The Chandler Limited TG Opto Compressor
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Image: The Chandler Limited Mini-Rack Mixer
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Chandler Limited— TG12345 Mark IV Equalization Unit
The TG12345 Mark IV is a two-band equalization unit that was once an invaluable component of the revered consoles at Abbey Road. Though it only allows for the control of high and or low signals, this unit is extremely versatile and sounds great on just about any source. It is important to keep in mind that the TG2-500 is a 500-series unit and will require the use of a compatible 500-series chassis.
Chandler Limited— TG Opto Compressor
The TG Opto Compressor is a mono-unit that will take up a pair of spaces in a 500-series unit, but it is also one of the greatest compressor/limiters that has ever been created for the purpose of recording popular music. It is extremely versatile and easy to use and just like its siblings, it also sounds fantastic on wide array of sources. It is important to keep in mind that the TG2-500 is a 500-series unit and will require the use of a compatible 500-series chassis.
Chandler Limited— Mini-Rack Mixer
The Chandler Limited Mini Mixer is an excellent tool for those who may wish to create a recording studio with a small footprint. This useful mixer can be used in the place of a traditional analog console. It would be an excellent tool for an educational space who might wish to have a digital studio, but with an analog mixer at its heart.
Why should an educational institution invest in products from Chandler Limited?
It is tempting to say that an institution should have a desire to invest in products just simply because of their historical pedigree. However, Chandler Limited products do not just sound fantastic, nor are they just easy to use and extremely versatile— they are also extremely well-engineered. If products in the 500-series are not what you desire, the company also makes rackmount versions of their offerings. The company offers excellent service and their products can be purchased through authorized dealers around the globe. If you invest in products from Chandler Limited, you are making a long-term investment in excellent hardware for the recording space in your educational institution.
If you would like more information about Chandler Limited and the amazing products that were discussed in this article, please use the following links which are listed below.
Chandler Limited TG2-500 Pre Amp
Chandler Limited TG12345 Mark IV EQ
Chandler Limited TG Opto Compressor
Chandler Limited Mini-Rack Mixer
The following link will take you to the Chandler Limited website where you can learn more about this legendary corporation and also, find an authorized dealer for their fabulous products in your area.
Special Note: Each of the images in this article appear through the courtesy and generosity of the wonderful people at Chandler Limited.
Special Thanks— At The Recording Session Vault Educational Website Project, we would like to take a moment to express our thanks and appreciation to Adam Fiori at Chandler Limited for his time and assistance with this article.