Manley Voxbox – All-Tube Channel Strip
The Manley Voxbox is a high-end all-tube channel strip designed specifically for vocals and other critical sound sources. Combining a premium tube preamp, a powerful optical compressor, a 4-band EQ, and an optical limiter in one convenient unit, the Voxbox delivers everything you need to achieve the perfect sound for any vocal recording or performance. Known for its musicality, warmth, and rich tonal color, the Voxbox is a go-to solution for engineers and producers seeking classic analog processing with modern flexibility.
Built with Manley’s signature all-tube design and custom transformers, the Voxbox enhances vocals with subtle harmonic richness, deep warmth, and smooth high-end presence. With its unique combination of components, the Voxbox provides superior dynamic control and tonal shaping, making it ideal for tracking, mixing, or live performance applications. It’s designed to provide both gentle compression and transparent EQ adjustments while keeping your sound natural and expressive.
Key Features
- All-tube channel strip with a tube preamp, optical compressor, 4-band EQ, and optical limiter
- Custom Manley transformers for harmonic richness and clarity
- +48V phantom power for condenser microphones
- Optical compressor with variable threshold, ratio, attack, and release controls
- 4-band parametric EQ with ±15 dB of cut/boost per band
- Optical limiter for gentle limiting with smooth, transparent compression
- VU meters for monitoring output levels and gain reduction
- High-pass filter for precise low-end control
- Perfect for vocal recording, acoustic instruments, and other critical sound sources
Technical Specifications
- Channels: 1 (Mono Channel Strip)
- Preamp: All-tube, with custom Manley transformers
- Compression: Optical compressor with variable threshold, ratio, attack, and release
- EQ: 4-band parametric EQ (high, mid-high, mid-low, low) with ±15 dB of cut/boost per band
- Limiter: Optical limiter for smooth dynamic control
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0/-1 dB)
- THD: < 0.1% 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
- Vocalists and engineers looking for an all-in-one solution for vocal processing
- Studios needing a versatile, high-quality channel strip for various applications
- Producers and mixers seeking analog warmth and smooth dynamics control
The Manley Voxbox is a versatile, all-tube channel strip that adds analog warmth, smooth compression, and detailed EQ to any recording chain. Whether you’re tracking vocals, acoustic instruments, or other sound sources, the Voxbox provides the perfect balance of flexibility and tonal excellence.
