SPL Channel One 2010 - 2023

SPL Channel One MK2 – Tube Channel Strip for Professional Recording

Description

SPL Channel One MK2 is a high-end analog channel strip designed for professional recording applications, combining a tube microphone preamplifier, compressor, limiter, de-esser, noise gate and 3-band equalizer in a single unit. It is ideal for recording vocals, voice-overs, acoustic instruments, guitars and other audio sources with maximum sound quality and flexibility.

At the heart of the Channel One MK2 is a tube-based microphone preamp that delivers rich harmonic content, excellent detail and classic analog warmth. The unit features dedicated microphone, line and instrument inputs, making it suitable for a wide range of studio applications.

The integrated compressor/limiter provides smooth and musical dynamic control while maintaining the natural character of the source material. The built-in ARC Noise Gate effectively reduces unwanted background noise without affecting signal transparency.

A dedicated de-esser section helps control vocal sibilance, while the 3-band equalizer allows precise tonal shaping. The additional FET Distortion circuit can be used to add analog saturation, presence and character to recordings.

The front panel includes a Hi-Z instrument input for direct connection of electric guitars and basses, as well as a headphone output for convenient monitoring during recording sessions.

For enhanced studio integration, the Channel One MK2 can be upgraded with an optional 24-bit / 96 kHz A/D converter and optional Lundahl transformers for additional analog coloration and premium signal quality.

Key Features

    •    Professional analog channel strip

    •    Tube microphone preamplifier

    •    Microphone, line and instrument inputs

    •    Integrated compressor / limiter

    •    ARC Noise Gate

    •    Built-in de-esser

    •    3-band equalizer

    •    FET Distortion circuit

    •    +48V phantom power

    •    Phase reverse function

    •    High-pass filter

    •    Front-panel Hi-Z instrument input

    •    Insert send/return

    •    Balanced XLR and TRS inputs and outputs

    •    Stereo playback input

    •    Headphone monitoring output

    •    Optional 24-bit / 96 kHz A/D converter

    •    Optional Lundahl transformers

    •    19" / 2U rackmount format

Applications

    •    Vocal recording

    •    Voice-over production

    •    Podcast and broadcast studios

    •    Acoustic instruments

    •    Electric guitar and bass recording

    •    Home studios

    •    Professional recording facilities

    •    Analog and hybrid studio environments