Chandler Limited REDD.47
A tube microphone preamplifier and DI inspired by the EMI REDD.47 amplifiers used at Abbey Road Studios.
Overview
The Chandler Limited REDD.47 is a tube mic preamp designed as a recreation of the rare EMI/Abbey Road Studios REDD.47 vacuum tube line amplifier. Built to capture the legendary sound of Abbey Road's classic console gear, it combines vintage-inspired design with modern features. It includes both microphone and instrument inputs, offering increased gain and flexibility over the original unit. The unit features a classic British retro aesthetic, reflecting early EMI console layouts.
Specifications
| Product type | Tube Mic Preamp |
| Inputs/Features | 1/4” instrument DI and mic/DI switch |
| Voltage Gain Control | 7-position stepped switch |
| Voltage gain | Stepped 16-52dB |
| Fine gain | Stepped ±5dB |
| Total Gain | +57dB |
| Output control | Variable |
| Rumble filter | 75Hz |
| Harmonic distortion | Up to 2% harmonic distortion before clipping |
Design
The REDD.47 is a recreation of the valve line amplifiers used in Abbey Road Studios’ EMI REDD.51 console and the rare REDD.47 amplifier. It incorporates NOS and vintage parts in its construction and follows a classic British retro styling based on early EMI console layouts.
Market
Current market pricing for the Chandler Limited REDD.47 has been listed from $1,700.00, with MSRP references at $2,765.00. A 2014 forum listing noted a price of $2,629.
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