{"product_id":"manley-voxbox","title":"Manley VOXBOX Tube Channel Strip","description":"[custom_html]\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info__description__brand\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/1001\/files\/brand_manley.png?v=1767334268\" alt=\"\" width=\"130\" height=\"58\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info__description__text\"\u003eChannel Strip with Class A Microphone Preamplifier, Pultec-style Equalizer, Optical Compressor, De-esser\/Limiter, and Switchable VU Meter\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n[\/custom_html][video]https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xEcYcbWq3Ok[\/video]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA “Magic Box” for More Than Just Vocals!\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nManley’s all-tube VOXBOX channel strip may well be the ultimate voice processor, but it’s also equipped to optimize virtually any source you feed it. The VOXBOX shares its fully featured microphone preamplifier design with Manley’s acclaimed Mono Microphone Preamplifier, offering generous headroom and Class A vacuum tube tone. What’s more, the smooth compressor section blends Manley’s best-selling Variable MU design with the opto-style characteristics of their ELOP. Combined with a flexible Pultec-style mid-frequency equalizer, de-esser\/limiter section, and Stereo Link function, the VOXBOX is a true studio workhorse. Spec’d with no fewer than five of Manley’s proprietary transformers, the VOXBOX delivers an assertive, authoritative sound worthy of any reference-grade studio.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAll-Tube Signal Path\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nSince the late 1980s, Manley has focused on crafting premium all-tube gear. That expertise is fully realized in the VOXBOX, which features USA-made, all-tube Class A vacuum tube circuitry throughout. The result is unmistakable warmth, musicality, and the robust build quality Manley is renowned for.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFull-Featured Mic Preamp Section\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nDerived from Manley’s popular Mono Microphone Preamplifier, the VOXBOX’s mic preamp delivers exceptional analog tone from balanced mic, balanced line, or 1\/4\" front-panel instrument inputs. Switchable high-current 48V phantom power, a 3-position high-pass filter (80Hz and 120Hz), and a unique 5-position gain switch allow precise control over headroom, drive, and tonal character—from smooth and mellow to bold and aggressive.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOpto-Compressor\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe VOXBOX compressor combines elements from Manley’s Variable MU and ELOP designs, offering compression before the tube stage to prevent clipping while maintaining pristine tone. Advanced sidechain circuitry enables Manley’s proprietary “Parametric Compression,” using multiple time constants controlled by simple attack, release, and threshold settings. Presets inspired by classic designs like the LA-2A and LA-3A make this compressor ideal for vocals, drums, bass, and even full mixes when linking two units.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePultec-Style Equalizer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nManley expanded their classic Pultec-style Mid Frequency Equalizer for the VOXBOX, extending it to 33 selectable frequencies across three bands. With real inductors and Class A circuitry, it delivers rich, musical shaping from 20Hz to 20kHz. An EQ input switch allows flexible routing and bypassing, enabling processing of multiple signal paths or external sources.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDe-Esser and Limiter Section\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe integrated de-esser and limiter provide precise control over problematic frequencies. The peak limiter is based on Manley’s ELOP design, while a passive LC network handles de-essing with selectable notch frequencies at 3kHz, 6kHz, 9kHz, and 12kHz. A fifth mode offers LA-2A-style limiting, allowing compression pre-EQ and limiting post-EQ for maximum flexibility.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSwitchable VU Meter\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nA full-size, illuminated Sifam VU meter with a 5-position selector lets you monitor line input, preamp output, final output, compressor gain reduction, or de-esser\/limiter activity—ensuring complete visual feedback at every stage of the signal path.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInnovative Extras\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThoughtful design touches include warm-up muting circuitry (with internal bypass), extensive magnetic field containment, smart grounding, and silent switching. Whether in the studio or on stage, the Manley VOXBOX stands as a signal-processing tour de force for engineers seeking an ultra-versatile, reference-grade channel strip.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Manley Says...\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDeluxe All-Tube Recording Channel\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAll-in-one professional recording station\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombines mic preamp, passive EQ, de-esser, and dual compression\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInductor-based Pultec-style equalization with Class A tube circuitry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand-assembled in California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Manley Voxbox® is a complete all-tube recording channel designed for vocals and far beyond. This reference-grade channel strip integrates a microphone preamp, passive EQ, opto compression, and de-essing\/limiting into a single, cohesive signal path. Drawing on Manley’s renowned standalone processors—including their passive inductor-based EQ, Variable Mu®, and ELOP compression designs—the Voxbox delivers comprehensive processing with rich vacuum tube amplification throughout. Despite its name, the Voxbox is a powerful solution for recording virtually any instrument.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProven Manley Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransformer-coupled microphone preamp derived from the Manley Mono Mic Preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eElectro-optical compression combined with Variable Mu® and ELOP characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWide dynamic control range, from subtle leveling to fast peak limiting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Voxbox® integrates time-tested Manley circuit designs into a unified recording and processing chain. Its microphone preamp is built around transformer-coupled input stages, while the compression section blends electro-optical gain reduction with the musical behavior of both Variable Mu® and ELOP compressors, delivering exceptional flexibility for dynamic control.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePassive Inductor EQ with Optical Dynamics Processing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePultec-style EQ with genuine inductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClass A tube amplification for musical tone shaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated de-esser and limiter for precise high-frequency control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Voxbox’s passive inductor-based EQ provides smooth, musical shaping across low and high frequency bands using true Class A tube circuitry. Complementing the EQ, the electro-optical compressor offers transparent, natural gain reduction for vocals, instruments, and complex program material. The built-in de-esser and limiter further enhance control, making the Voxbox ideal for clean, confident tracking into digital recording systems.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCalifornia Craftsmanship with Manley Power® Technology\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand-assembled and tested in California\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCarefully selected vacuum tubes and premium components\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManley Power® switch-mode supply with universal voltage support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nEach Voxbox® is meticulously hand-built and tested at Manley’s California facility, using premium components and hand-selected tubes throughout the signal path. Manley Power® switch-mode power supply technology ensures quiet operation and universal voltage compatibility, combining classic all-tube signal processing with modern, reliable power delivery for professional studio environments.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n[tabs] [tab title=\"FEATURES\"]\n\u003ch4\u003eManley VOXBOX Channel Strip Features:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5 Manley transformers, nickel laminated with mu-metal casings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2kΩ microphone input with high-current 48V phantom power\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMicrophone preamp gain range: 40–60dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-Z (100kΩ) DI instrument input\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBalanced line and insert inputs (XLR and 1\/4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBalanced preamp and EQ outputs (XLR and 1\/4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransformer-balanced XLR outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransformerless unbalanced 1\/4\" outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStereo Link for compressor and de-esser\/limiter sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSide-chain monitor for de-esser\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLarge illuminated Sifam VU meter with 5 readout modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion + Noise: 0.3% (1kHz @ +20dBu)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaximum output level: +31dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRugged 3U rackmount chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDimensions: 19\" x 5.25\" x 10\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[\/tab] [tab title=\"SPECIFICATIONS\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table table-striped\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  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