Chandler Limited TG Opto Compressor
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Chandler Limited
TG Opto Compressor
Product Info
Article Number:
435101
Brand:
Chandler Limited
Model:
TG Opto Compressor
Category:
500 Series Components
Price:
$1,538.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a fantastic recreation of the legendary TG1 Limiter from Neve consoles. It imparts a gorgeous, gluey warmth to tracks, especially drums and vocals, and is perfect for engineers chasing that classic analog vibe. It's a real character piece, not a transparent compressor.
Product Description
- Chandler Limited TG Opto Compressor
- 1-Channel Opto Compressor in 500 Format
- Two characteristics: Sharp and rounded
- Stepless controls for input / output level
- attack and release
- Gain reduction display
- Hardware bypass
- Power supply: +16 V / 110 mA (max.)
- -16 V / 80 mA (max.)
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 76 x 133 x 153 mm (two 500-rack bays)
PROS
- • Authentic TG1 Limiter character, beautifully recreating a classic console sound
- • Smooth, musical compression even at high gain reduction levels
- • Excellent build quality with robust metal chassis and high-grade components
- • Flexible stepped controls offer precise tailoring of compression characteristics
CONS
- • Two 500-series slots require significant rack space for a single channel
- • Opto compression can be less precise than VCA or FET designs
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many studios
Product Video
Key Features
Module Type
Opto Compressor
Channels
1
Controls
Stepless Input/Output, Attack, Release
Compatible Format
500 Series
Weight
Approximately 3.2 lbs (two rack bays)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chandler Limited has meticulously recreated the circuit, aiming for tonal accuracy; however, there will always be subtle differences due to component variations and manufacturing tolerances.
While the opto design inherently has a slower response than some modern compressors, the stepped controls offer a surprising amount of flexibility for shaping the compression.
Yes, it requires a dual-voltage power supply (+16V/-16V) to operate correctly, which is standard for many 500-series modules.
