SPL Channel One Mk3

SPL Channel One Mk3 – high-quality musical recording and mixing channel strip for modern producers. Revised third generation with higher internal voltage (±18V) for improved detail. Features discrete preamp, Mic A/B comparison, Transient Designer, Tube Saturation, De-Esser, Compressor, and Equalizer. Suitable for mic, line, or instrument signals.

Discrete preamp with up to 68dB gain for mics. Mic A/B inputs for comparison. 48V phantom power. Instrument input with PAD and phase reverse. Highpass filter at 80Hz. Tube Saturation for harmonics. Auto-Dynamic De-Esser for S-sounds. Transient Designer for level-independent dynamics. Single-knob Compressor. Equalizer with LMF, MHF, and Air band. VU metering for input/output/gain reduction.

Handcrafted in Germany for professional studio use. 1U rackmount design enhances recordings with analog warmth.

MAIN FEATURES

• Discrete preamp: 68dB mic gain, -20 to +16dB line, -6 to +30dB instrument
• Mic A/B comparison with individual 48V phantom
• Preamp Out for direct unprocessed signal
• Tube Saturation with Post switch for signal flow
• Auto-Dynamic De-Esser with S-Reduction control
• Transient Designer: Attack/Sustain controls
• Compressor: Threshold 0 to -20dB, Make-Up Gain +20dB
• Equalizer: LMF (30-700Hz), MHF (680Hz-15kHz), Air (19kHz) ±12dB
• Highpass Filter: 6dB/octave at 80Hz
• VU Meter: Input/Output/GR, OVL/DE-ESS LEDs
• Output Control: -20 to +6dB attenuation/boost
• Mute switch and EQ pre TD switch

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Inputs: 2 x XLR mic (A/B), 1 x 1/4" TRS line/instrument
• Outputs: 1 x XLR balanced main, 1 x 1/4" TRS preamp out
• Gain: Mic 68dB max, Line -20 to +16dB, Instrument -6 to +30dB
• Frequency Response: 10Hz-100kHz (not specified precisely)
• THD + Noise: Low distortion via VOLTAiR tech (not quantified)
• Power Supply: Internal linear, 100-240V AC
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 482 x 237 x 44 mm (19" 1U)
• Weight: 2.8 kg (6.2 lbs)
• Included: Channel One Mk3, power cord, manual
• Product Code: CHANNELONE-MK3