This Manley CORE was brand new and used for display for three days at the NAMM Show 2025 by the manufacturer. It comes with a full factory warranty, our extended warranty, and all factory packaging and paperwork. Available to ship the week of January 27th.

Manley CORE

The Epicenter of Your Recorded Art

Building upon 25 years of creating revered recording studio equipment, Manley Labs introduces the CORE, an innovative channel strip that combines their greatest hits with fresh technology. Designed with an intuitive front panel and forgiving circuitry, the CORE lets musicians focus on their performance without getting lost in technical details. Handcrafted in the USA and built to endure, the CORE delivers unmatched sound quality and headroom at this price point, becoming the heart of your studio setup.

Key Features

Front Panel Controls + Direct Input

• 48V Phantom Power: Switchable for condenser microphones.
• 120Hz High Pass Filter: Removes low-frequency rumble.
• Phase Invert: Corrects phase alignment issues.
• Variable Input Attenuator: Precision control for input levels.
• Mic Pre Gain: Selectable 40dB or 60dB.
• Line Amp Gain: Selectable 20dB or 40dB.
• Direct Instrument Input: High-impedance input ideal for guitars, bass, and keyboards.

Compressor

• ELOP® Technology: Legendary optical compression for smooth, musical control.
• Pre-Mic Preamp Placement: Prevents clipping by compressing before amplification.
• 3:1 Ratio: Perfect balance of control and transparency.
• Attack, Release, and Threshold: Continuously variable for detailed adjustments.
• Silent Bypass: Engage or disengage without interruption.

Equalizer

• Low and High Baxandall Shelves: ±12dB range at 80Hz and 12kHz.
• Sweepable Midrange Bell EQ: Ranges from 100Hz–1kHz or 1kHz–10kHz with ±10dB range.

Limiter

• Fast-Attack FET Limiter: Protects from peaks while maintaining clarity.
• Variable Threshold and Release: For fine control over limiting behavior.
• Peak Limit LED: Visual feedback for precise control.

Meter

• Illuminated Analog Display: Clear monitoring of gain reduction, mic pre output, and main output levels.

Inputs & Outputs

• Balanced XLR Mic Input: Clean and clear signal input.
• Balanced XLR Line Input: Versatile integration with other gear.
• Direct Instrument Input: Convenient front-panel access.
• Insert Point: Integrate external gear via 1/4″ TRS jack.
• Balanced XLR Outputs: Direct and main outputs for flexible routing.

Why Choose the Manley CORE?

From its hand-wound MANLEY IRON® transformer to its vacuum tube amplification, the CORE epitomizes audio fidelity, delivering warmth, clarity, and unparalleled headroom. The intelligently designed front panel ensures effortless operation, making it impossible to cut a bad-sounding track. Whether you’re recording vocals, instruments, or a full band, the CORE provides the tools and tone to elevate your production.

Welcome to Providence Sound and Vision

Your satisfaction is our top priority! As an employee-owned company, we deeply appreciate your support. Here’s what you can expect with every purchase:

• Extended Warranty: Enjoy an additional year of warranty on all new items for added peace of mind.
• Quality Assurance: Rigorous testing ensures that our used items perform flawlessly, backed by a money-back guarantee.
• Risk-Free Shopping: Benefit from a 7-day money-back guarantee on pre-owned items and 14 days on new ones.
• Lifetime Support: From warranty support to trade-ins, we’re here to help as long as you own the product.

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