VLC
As the inaugural offering in the Hazelrigg Industries Solutions Series, the VLC stands as a powerful and elegant All-Tube Preamp/EQ combination, meticulously crafted to meet the sonic challenges encountered by today's audio professionals. Founded by brothers Geoff and George Hazelrigg, with roots in live performance and production, Hazelrigg Industries takes a holistic approach to studio equipment design, addressing the needs of artists with an understanding of diverse production environments.
Key Features
- Legendary Preamp Design: Utilizes the acclaimed Preamp and Power Supply design from the VT series of Tube Microphone Preamplifiers by D.W. Fearn, ensuring sonic transparency and incredible headroom.
- Microphone, DI, and Line Level Inputs: Offers flexibility with selectable inputs for Microphone, Instrument (DI), or Balanced Line Level, catering to a wide range of recording scenarios.
- All-Tube DI Path: Ideal for acoustic instruments with pickups, electric bass, and modular synths, adding the distinctive D.W. Fearn magic to the signal path.
- Re-Preamping Capability: Functions as an insert on mixers or DAWs, enabling fast and easy "re-preamping" of tracks during production or mix down.
- Passive LC EQ: Delivers powerful tone contouring with variable Low Cut, Low Boost, High Boost, and High Cut controls, allowing precise and musical tone shaping.
- High/Low Frequency Select Switches: Enhance precision in tone shaping with two-way switches for High and Low Frequency selection on each EQ control.
- EQ In/Out Toggle: Facilitates easy comparison of tone adjustments with a toggle switch for engaging or bypassing the EQ.
- Portable Yet Powerful: A versatile audio Swiss Army Knife, the VLC is a must-have tool for any audio professional, providing unmatched flexibility and sonic excellence.
