Neve 8128 Dual Channel *Labo K Cased* 1980s

For sale: a professionally rebuilt dual-channel pair of original Neve 8128 console modules, racked and modified by Labo K – one of Europe's most respected boutique workshops for vintage Neve work. Original desk used on legendary records including "The Notwist - Neon Golden"

One 3U rack unit, 2 audio channels. Multiple units available, price per unit.

What you get:

• 2× original Neve 8128 channel modules
• Fully recapped by Labo K
• 3U black metal rack chassis by Labo K
• Custom internal power supply by Labo K (220V) – dedicated, low-noise, properly regulated
• Custom +48V Phantom power by Labo K
• XLR I/O on the rear, ¼" instrument input on the front

Per-channel features:

• Class-A Neve mic preamp – the classic Neve sound: warm, harmonically rich
• Instrument-level input mod on the mic input – plug guitar or bass straight in for magic DI tones
• 4-band EQ section (HIGH, MID 2, MID 1, LOW) – original 8128 EQ topology
• High-pass and low-pass filters with selectable frequencies
• Clean VCA output stage – transparent gain staging, drive the preamp hard without overloading converters
• Phase reverse, input switching,
• Output level control with poti from original desk (used to be the pan poti)

Why this is special:

• Labo K rebuilds are known for meticulous restoration, premium components, and pristine wiring – not a chassis swap, a proper studio-grade conversion with full recap
• Instrument input into a Class-A Neve front end = one of the most coveted DI tones in the world. Ideal for bass, electric guitar, synths, and Rhodes
• Clean VCA output lets you saturate the preamp aggressively while keeping the output stage transparent
• Perfect as a stereo tracking/mixing chain for drum bus, mix bus, vocals, synths, and DI instruments

Condition:

• Fully functional, tested in professional studio use
• Freshly recapped – ready for another 20+ years of service
• All switches, pots, and LEDs working
• Cosmetic condition: vintage channels in brand new housing

Price: €2,400 Shipping: Europe-wide, insured, professionally packed Location: Munich / Berlin, Germany

Payment: Reverb Questions / audio demos: DM welcome