Tegeler Vocal Leveler

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Tegeler Vocal Leveler

Tegeler

Vocal Leveler

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 521758
Brand: Tegeler
Model: Vocal Leveler
Price: $757.90

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This Tegeler Vocal Leveler is a fantastic choice for engineers needing a classic, warm vocal compression sound. It's built on the foundation of Tegel's renowned Vari Tube channel, offering a gentle, musical leveling that’s perfect for vocals, acoustic instruments, or anything needing a touch of vintage polish. It's a premium-priced tool, but delivers serious character.

Product Description

  • Tegeler VL 500 Vocal Leveler
  • 500 Module
  • Opto-compressor from the Tegel Vari Tube Recording Channel
  • Frequency response: 20 - 20
  • 000 Hz
  • Max. input level: +20 dBu
  • Max. output level: +21 dBu
  • Dynamic range: = 100 dB
  • Max. current consumption: 80 mA
  • VU meter
  • Rotary control for gain reduction and output volume
  • Toggle switches for In
  • Bypass and Stereo-link as well as Attack + Release time fast
  • auto
  • slow
  • Format: 500 module
  • Weight: 540 g
PROS
  • • Opto-compression delivers incredibly smooth, musical vocal dynamics.
  • • VU meter provides precise visual feedback of gain reduction.
  • • Based on the legendary Tegel Vari Tube Recording Channel's design.
  • • Stereo-linking ensures consistent leveling across multiple vocal tracks.
CONS
  • • Relatively high current draw may require a robust 500 rack power supply.
  • • Limited control options compared to more complex, modern compressors.
  • • Form factor can be bulky within a densely populated 500 series rack.

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Key Features

Module Type Opto-compressor
Channels 2 (Stereo)
Controls Gain Reduction, Output Volume, Attack/Release (Fast, Auto, Slow), In/Bypass/Stereo-link
Compatible Format 500 module
Weight 540 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 1176 is much more aggressive and fast; this Tegeler is gentler, smoother, and has a more tube-like warmth, offering a different compression flavor.
While designed for vocals, it can work well on acoustic guitars or bass needing subtle leveling, but it’s not ideal for punchy, transient-heavy material.
The 'Auto' setting is a carefully calibrated preset designed to work well on a wide range of vocal styles, but it’s not a fully dynamic, adaptive setting like some newer compressors.

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