Preamps

Manley Force 4-channel tube preamplifier with 4 DI inputs.

ARTICLE N° 66764
  • Manley Force
  • Manufacturer reference MFRC
  • 4-channel microphone preamp
  • Analog inputs: 4 x 6.3mm jack; 4 x XLR
  • Analog outputs: 4 x XLR
  • Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz
  • Handcrafted in Southern California (USA)
  • Features per channel:
  • Microphone input (XLR)
  • Hi-Z instrument direct input (TRS jack)
  • 7 LED peak level indicator
  • Main output (XLR)
  • Mic preamp with 40dB or 50dB gain switch (60dB available via internal jumper)
  • 120Hz high-pass filter switch
  • Polarity inversion switch
  • 48V phantom power switch
  • Input level attenuator (variable pad)
  • Class A tube gain stage
  • White Follower MOSFET output stage
  • Sleep timer circuit
  • 2U rackmount chassis
  • Front panel power LED (flashing at startup)
  • Power switch on the front panel
Manley Force is a microphone/line preamplifier designed to capture the purest and most natural sound possible, without artificial coloration.

Key features of the Manley Force:
- High quality microphone preamp: Offers high input impedance, low self-noise and a wide dynamic range, making it ideal for capturing the most subtle nuances of microphones
- Wide dynamic range: It captures a wide dynamic range, from the most subtle to the loudest sounds
- Very low self-noise: The background noise is minimal despite the presence of the tubes, which allows for very clean recordings
- Phantom power: A 48V phantom power supply is integrated to power condenser microphones
- Balanced line output: The output signal is balanced, which reduces interference and noise
- Robust construction: The Force is built with high quality materials to ensure a long life
Canals
 4
Integrated AN/NA converter
 No
Compressor / limiter
 No
Phantom power
 Yes
Power supply
 Mains powered
Phase opposition
 Yes
De-esser
 No
Micro input
 4
Instrument input
 Yes
Preamp Tube
 12AX7 (ECC83S)
Audio outputs
 XLR
Vu-meter
 Yes
Analog input
 4
19" rack
 2U, Yes