Manley

Manley Labs, founded in the United States, is a leading manufacturer of high-end professional audio equipment, renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and valve-based designs. The company specialises in studio gear such as compressors, equalisers, preamplifiers, and microphones, all built with meticulous attention to detail. Among their most iconic products are the Variable MU Compressor and the Massive Passive EQ, both celebrated for their warm, musical sound and precision performance. These units are staples in professional studios, prized for their ability to enhance recordings with unmatched clarity and character. Manley’s microphones, such as the Reference Cardioid, are equally revered for their rich tonal quality, often used in vocal and instrumental recordings.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 1990 /

Manley EQP-1A Stereo Pultec EQ

Manley’s modern take on the Pultec EQ – in stereo! – with extra frequencies the original never had; a vastly superior power supply and famous Manley line amps complete the package. Magic on drums, killer on guitars.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 1990 /

Manley Enhanced Pultec Equaliser

The Manley Enhanced Pultec Equaliser is Manley’s modern take on the Pultec EQ with extra frequencies the original never had; a vastly superior power supply and famous Manley line amps complete the package. Magic on kick drum, killer on guitars.

Released in 1990 /

Manley Reference Gold Premium Valve Microphone

The Manley Reference Gold is a zero-compromise large-diaphragm valve condenser microphone designed to deliver maximum transparency, control, and long-term stability for the most demanding professional recording environments.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 1993 /

Manley Mid Frequency Equaliser

This single channel Manley Mid Frequency Equaliser is the secret weapon for vocal, guitar, snare and all the other midrange instruments that are the meat of the mix.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 1994 /

Manley Stereo Variable MU Limiter Compressor

Compression Type: Variable-Mu

There are few modern classics in the world of professional studio effects hardware, but the Manley Stereo Variable MU limiter compressor is most definitely one such processor. An all-tube limiter built in the great tradition of the Fairchild 660, the Manley Stereo Variable MU has been a cherished part of many studios for decades.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 1998 /

Manley Massive Passive Stereo Tube EQ

The Manley Massive Passive is one of the very few highly regarded equalisers ever made. There is the Pultec EQ, and then there is the Manley Massive Passive. Sure, it is a parametric EQ, but with a twist!

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 1999 /

Manley Reference Cardioid Valve Condensor Microphone

The Manley Reference Cardioid is a large-diaphragm valve condenser microphone designed as a modern studio classic, delivering professional tube microphone performance with a focused feature set and a more accessible price point.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2002 /

Manley Reference Silver Valve Condensor Microphone

The Manley Reference Silver is a large-diaphragm valve condenser microphone voiced for vintage character, combining a C-37A inspired capsule design with Manley all-tube electronics.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2003 /

Manley SLAM Stereo Limiter & Microphone Preamplifier

Compression Type: FET, Optical

Two class A mic preamps & DI’s drive two ELOP and two fast FET “brick wall” limiters to tame any tone one can throw at it. The Manley Slam is jammed with tubes, transformers, technology, and tricks. Get it in and get it LOUD.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2008 /

Manley Backbone Mastering Insert Switcher

A mastering engineer’s dream to the world, the Manley Backbone mastering insert switcher. This unit is the centrepiece of a mastering system allowing precise control and manipulation of up to eight pieces of outboard gear.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2010 /

Manley VOXBOX Channel Strip

The Manley VOXBOX combines the Manley Mono Mic Preamp, the ELOP reborn as a lower ratio compressor, the MID EQ blown out as a full range PEAK-DIP-PEAK EQ, and a DeEsser with a second ELOP limiter at the end.

Made In U.S.A.

Released in 2012 /

Manley 16×2 Mic Line Mixer

The Manley 16×2 Mic Line Mixer offers boutique-grade analogue mixing in three flexible configurations, LINE, MIC, and 8+8. Featuring premium components, low-noise circuitry, and a tube summing stage, it delivers rich, high-headroom sound with the signature Manley character, all in a compact and robust format.