Ultimate Tube Signal Chain
If you’re like us, you’re always looking for improvements in your signal chain that will make vocals and instruments sound as good as they can. Mixing and matching high-end components, however, can be an arduous and time-consuming — not to mention, expensive — process that can lead to circuitous experimentation punctuated with detours and sonic disappointments. Wouldn’t it be great to have a best-of-the-best, high-performance signal chain that’s tried-and-true, battle-tested, and ready to rock? The Hazelrigg Industries Everything Chain is precisely that. This bountiful bundle includes Hazelrigg Industries’ VLC mic/line/DI tube preamp/equalizer, VNE tube compressor, and VPH vented rack panel.
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Your indispensable, do-it-all tube preamp/DI/EQ
If owning one device that can take any signal — mic, line, or instrument — and optimize it to realize its full sonic potential sounds good to you, Sweetwater would like to direct your attention to the Hazelrigg Industries VLC. The VLC is a mic/line/DI tube preamp/equalizer with a front-panel combo input that duplicates the rear-panel microphone XLR and incorporates a 1/4-inch phone jack for direct injection of electric bass or guitar, electronic keyboards, and acoustic instruments with pickups. The onboard 2-band equalizer is an LC (inductor/capacitor) circuit that offers passive EQ in the tradition of the classic Pultec. The VLC’s all-tube signal path and transformer-balanced I/O pump up iron-poor signals with glorious vintage-flavored euphonics to deliver splendid results on any source, while the onboard EQ lets you quickly contour it to perfection. With its crystalline transparency and prodigious headroom, the VLC delivers sumptuous results on any microphone. Factor in its ability to impart its sonic charms to line-level signals and DI sources — and let you tune it all by ear — and the Hazelrigg Industries VLC becomes a must-have piece of kit that deserves a place of honor in your studio or remote rack.
Tube compressor as musical instrument
Dynamics control is an important facet of tracking and mixing, and the quality of the compressor you use is critical to the sound of your final product. Enter the Hazelrigg Industries VNE. This single-channel tube compressor serves up classic tube compression in a state-of-the-art package. But it’s not a vintage-style FET, VCA, diode bridge, or opto design; instead employing Hazelrigg’s proprietary PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) control circuit to drive its splendidly musical-sounding compression. The VNE delivers highly effective dynamics control across a wide range of source material and a supremely natural sound without undesirable compression artifacts. Put the Hazelrigg Industries VNE through the paces on your next project and marvel as it artfully finesses dynamics like a fine musical instrument.
Protect your tube gear with this vented rack panel
While world-class control rooms often keep racks of tube gear cool with fans and external venting, such methods may be overkill for small studios. There is, however, an effective heat-mitigation strategy for tube equipment owners on a limited budget, and it involves the use of vented rack panels such as the Hazelrigg Industries VPH. The VPH is a 1U vented rack panel that is color-matched to complement your Hazelrigg Industries gear. Space out your tube units with at least 1U between them; then finish your rack install by attaching VPH panels to fill the open spaces. You’ll not only have a professional-looking rack, but you’ll also prolong the life of your tubes and electronics.
Hazelrigg Industries: sonic authority, handcrafted in the USA
Back in the Golden Age of Analog, pro audio equipment was meticulously assembled by hand using military-grade components — factors to which the timelessly superior sound and performance of coveted vintage gear are often attributed. Handcrafting their original designs in the USA with premium parts and an all-tube signal path, this is the way Hazelrigg Industries rolls. The company also benefits from the collaborative expertise of noted electronics guru D.W. Fearn, whose custom amplifiers and power supplies are at the heart of their acclaimed products. When uncompromising audio performance is a must, look to Hazelrigg Industries for solutions. Sweetwater is proud to bring you this exciting lineup of world-class professional equipment.
Hazelrigg Industries Everything Chain Features:
- High-performance signal chain bundle with: VLC mic/line/DI tube preamp/equalizer; VNE tube compressor; VPH vented rack panel
- 7-year warranty (90 days for vacuum tubes)
- Handcrafted in the USA
Save $375.00 with this bundle. Here's what you get!
Hazelrigg Industries VNE Vacuum Tube Single Channel Compressor
Sells separately for $4,500.00Dynamics control is an important facet of tracking and mixing, and the quality of the compressor you use is critical to the sound of your final product. Enter the Hazelrigg Industries VNE. This single-channel tube compressor serves up classic tube compression in a state-of-the-art package. But it’s not a vintage-style FET, VCA, diode bridge, or opto design; instead employing Hazelrigg’s proprietary PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) control circuit to drive its splendidly musical-sounding compression. The VNE delivers highly effective dynamics control across a wide range of source material and a supremely natural sound without undesirable compression artifacts. Put the Hazelrigg Industries VNE through the paces on your next project and marvel as it artfully finesses dynamics like a fine musical instrument.
Hazelrigg Industries VLC Vacuum Tube Microphone Preamplifier/Direct Injection/Equalizer
Sells separately for $3,900.00If owning one device that can take any signal — mic, line, or instrument — and optimize it to realize its full sonic potential sounds good to you, Sweetwater would like to direct your attention to the Hazelrigg Industries VLC. The VLC is a mic/line/DI tube preamp/equalizer with a front-panel combo input that duplicates the rear-panel microphone XLR and incorporates a 1/4-inch phone jack for direct injection of electric bass or guitar, electronic keyboards, and acoustic instruments with pickups. The onboard 2-band equalizer is an LC (inductor/capacitor) circuit that offers passive EQ in the tradition of the classic passive equalizer. The VLC’s all-tube signal path and transformer-balanced I/O pump up iron-poor signals with glorious vintage-flavored euphonics to deliver splendid results on any source, while the onboard EQ lets you quickly contour it to perfection. Gear-savvy musicians and studio owners are raving about the Hazelrigg Industries VLC. Give it a serious audition, and you will be too.
Hazelrigg Industries VPH Color-matched Single-space Vented Rack Panel
Sells separately for $75.00While world-class control rooms often keep racks of tube gear cool with fans and external venting, such methods may be overkill for small studios. There is, however, an effective heat-mitigation strategy for tube equipment owners on a limited budget, and it involves the use of vented rack panels such as the Hazelrigg Industries VPH. The VPH is a 1U vented rack panel that is color-matched to complement your Hazelrigg Industries gear. Space out your tube units with at least 1U between them; then finish your rack install by attaching VPH panels to fill the open spaces. You’ll not only have a professional-looking rack, but you'll also prolong the life of your tubes and electronics.
