Tegeler Creme RC

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Tegeler Creme RC

Tegeler

Creme RC

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 501479
Brand: Tegeler
Model: Creme RC
Price: $1,692.90

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The Tegeler Creme RC is a seriously impressive piece, blending the punch of a VCA compressor with the legendary warmth of a Pultec EQ. It's fantastic for engineers and mixers who want a pristine, characterful sound, especially when mastering or working on bus compression where subtle shaping is key. The plugin integration is a real bonus for hybrid workflows.

Product Description

  • Tegeler Creme RC
  • VCA Compressor
  • Remotely controllable via plugin
  • With Pultec-style EQ
  • Stereo device
  • EQ and compressor switchable in the order
  • Auto-release "Cream mode"
  • Low cut filter in the side chain
  • Fridded pots
  • Frequency response: 20 - 40
  • 000 Hz +/- 1.5dB
  • Balanced XLR inputs and outputs
  • Internal power supply with high quality toroidal transformer
  • Design: 19"/ 2 U
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 483 x 88.4 x 250 mm

*Equaliser features:*

, Passive EQ based on the Pultec principle, Bass boost frequencies: 20-30-50-70-120-160 Hz, Bass boost level: 0-5dB switchable, Treble boost frequencies: 6-8-10-12-16-20 kHz, Treble boost level: 0-5dB switchable

*Bus compressor features:*

, Low cut filter: 60-120 Hz, 200 Hz side-chain filter, Attack: 0.1-0.3-1-3-10-30 ms, Release: 100-300-600 ms-1.2 s-auto, Ratio: 1.5-2-4-10

PROS
  • • Fritted pots offer a unique, vintage tonal character.
  • • Pultec-style EQ provides classic warmth and shaping ability.
  • • Remote plugin control streamlines workflow in digital environments.
  • • Robust toroidal power supply ensures clean, stable operation.
CONS
  • • The 2U height might be restrictive in some racks.
  • • Limited release time options compared to some competitors.
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for smaller studios.

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Key Features

Type VCA Compressor with Pultec EQ
Channels Stereo
Controls Attack, Release, EQ Boost/Cut, Mode Switch, Low-Cut Filter
Connections Balanced XLR Inputs/Outputs
Metering LED Ladder Metering (assumed, not explicitly stated)
Weight Approximately 12 lbs (estimated, based on similar 19in rack gear)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cream mode introduces a more forgiving, program-dependent release, resulting in a smoother, more musical compression, particularly useful on complex material.
Yes, the EQ is passive, which preserves headroom by not consuming power; however, it does introduce a slight gain reduction at higher boost settings.
The sidechain filter removes frequencies below 200 Hz, preventing low-frequency rumble from triggering the compressor; it’s fixed at 60-120 Hz, offering a simple solution but lacking fine-grained control.

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