Manley Force – All-Tube 2-Channel Preamp & Compressor

The Manley Force is a high-end, all-tube 2-channel preamp and compressor designed to bring warmth, clarity, and character to your recordings. Featuring Manley’s signature Class A, all-tube design and premium components, the Force combines the best of analog preamp and compression technology to provide unparalleled tonal flexibility and dynamic control. Ideal for vocals, instruments, and mix bus processing, the Manley Force delivers a powerful, musical sound that enhances every recording it touches.

Equipped with Manley’s custom input and output transformers, the Force offers rich harmonic content, deep low end, and smooth high end. With independent gain, compression, and output controls, it gives engineers the ability to shape dynamics with precision and flexibility. Whether you’re tracking, mixing, or mastering, the Force provides the essential tools for getting that perfect tone with musical compression and transparent dynamics control.

Key Features

All-tube 2-channel preamp and compressor
Class A signal path with Manley’s custom transformers
Independent preamp and compressor controls for each channel
Fully variable threshold, ratio, attack, release, and gain controls
+48V phantom power for condenser microphones
VU meters for monitoring output levels and gain reduction
True bypass switch for easy comparison of processed vs. unprocessed signal
Ideal for vocals, guitars, drums, and mix bus compression

Technical Specifications

Channels: 2 (Mono or Dual Mono)
Preamp Design: Class A, all-tube with custom transformers
Compressor Type: All-tube optical compression with variable threshold, ratio, attack, and release
Gain Control: Continuously variable from 0 dB to +60 dB for each channel
Phantom Power: +48V (for condenser microphones)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0/-1 dB)
THD: < 0.5% at +20 dBu output
Input Impedance: 50 kΩ balanced
Output Impedance: 600 Ω balanced
Power: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (universal power supply)
Dimensions: 2U rackmount (19” x 3.5” x 9”)
Weight: Approx. 18 lbs (8.2 kg)

Ideal For

Engineers looking for a versatile, all-tube preamp and compressor for tracking and mixing
Recording studios needing high-quality, transparent compression with analog warmth
Mastering engineers who want musical control over dynamics

The Manley Force is a must-have tool for engineers who value musicality, precision, and analog warmth. Whether you’re tracking vocals, guitars, or working with full mixes, the Force adds character and polish to any sound source, making it a valuable addition to any professional studio.