TG Microphone

Common name: Chandler Limited TG Microphone

Production Status: In production

The Chandler Limited EMI Abbey Road Studios TG Microphone is a solid-state large diaphragm condenser microphone. Continuing the rich tradition of innovation, the TG Microphone is unique in its feature-set, isn’t a clone of any other microphone, and as the name implies, the sound is TG. The TG Microphone’s unique on-board EMI ‘Tape Equaliser’ section combined with its ‘Dual Tone System’, dedicated PSU and other features create an extremely flexible microphone capable of rivalling scenarios where the FET47, C414 and U47 traditionally have found favour. The Tape Equaliser is adapted from the NAB/IEC tape equaliser facility found on vintage EMI TG12410 transfer consoles or mastering consoles, and applied with great effect in the TG Microphone. Historically used to compensate for tapes played back on machines of the opposite standard, the repurposed tape equaliser allows the engineer to shape the sound at the source and mitigates the need for injecting equipment downstream. The ‘Dual Tone System’ modifies the input stage of the TG Microphone and extends the versatility of the microphone to accommodate a greater array of sources. System ‘A’ is what you’d expect, TG mid forward, while the alternate ‘B’ voicing is more pristine, takes extreme SPLs and is at home wherever a FET47 would be the choice. The microphone’s specialised Low-Cut filter in combination with Tape Equaliser work together to create a super-set of 5 additional tonal variations available from the mic. The Low-Cut filter is frequency selectable at 90 Hz or 50 Hz. Much like tube microphones, the TG Microphone relies on a dedicated power supply (PSU). The use of a dedicated PSU, rather than 48V phantom power is integral to the TG Microphone’s larger than solid-state sound. The TG Microphone makes use of multiple TG amplifier circuits, however, unlike the heralded REDD Microphone, does not feature an internal preamp. Other features include: cardioid and omni patterns, and a 10 dB pad.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
Hz - kHz
Output Sensitivity
mV/Pa
Max SPL
Max SPL, THD:
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering

Switchable Options

Pad
10dB
Filter/EQ
HPF 50Hz, 90 Hz

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-4M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Dark Blue
Weight
Length
Min diameter width
Max diameter
Depth

Accessories

Included
Shockmount, 25’ Mogami 4-pin mic cable, dedicated PSU, and wooden case are included.
Optional