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Description
Step into the realm of warm, rich tones with the Chandler Tube Driver Rack, where vintage vibes meet modern functionality. This revered unit, once a secret weapon for legendary tones, harnesses the power of a single 12AX7 tube to elevate your sound. It's not just an effects processor; it's a bridge to the past, equipped with the finesse to sculpt your future sounds. With intuitive high and low EQ knobs, you have the capability to dial in your desired warmth or brightness, making it a versatile partner in your studio arsenal.
Key Features:
- Utilizes a 12AX7 tube for authentic, warm overdrive
- High and Low EQ knobs for precise tonal shaping
- Ideal for studio recording, enhancing both analog and digital recordings
- Perfect for achieving vintage tones with modern reliability
Product specs
| Brand | Chandler |
| Model | Tube Driver Rackmount |
| Finish | Cream |
| Year | 1986 - 1991 |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | Overdrive and Boost Pedals |
FAQs
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What type of sound can I expect from the Chandler Tube Driver Rack?
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The Chandler Tube Driver Rack delivers a warm, creamy overdrive with rich harmonic content, making it ideal for vintage rock and blues tones. Its tube-driven circuit provides a smooth and dynamic response.
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Is the Chandler Tube Driver Rack suitable for both guitar and bass?
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Yes, the Chandler Tube Driver Rack can be used with both guitar and bass, offering enhanced tonal warmth and depth for both instruments.
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How does the Chandler Tube Driver Rack differ from standard pedal overdrives?
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The Chandler Tube Driver Rack features a rackmount design with a tube-based circuit, providing superior warmth and dynamic range compared to standard solid-state pedal overdrives.
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What are the main features of the Chandler Tube Driver Rack?
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The Chandler Tube Driver Rack includes a tube-driven overdrive circuit, rackmount design, and controls for gain, EQ, and level, offering versatile tonal shaping for studio and live settings.
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Does the Chandler Tube Driver Rack require any special maintenance?
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As a tube-based unit, the Chandler Tube Driver Rack may require occasional tube replacements and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and sound quality.
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Chandler Limited Tube Driver Rack.
Features and functionality
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The Chandler Tube Driver Rack is noted for its op-amp overdrive, utilizing an ECC83/12AX7 tube as a clipping stage, rather than a traditional preamp.
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The Chandler Tube Driver Rack includes line and instrument inputs/outputs, Hi, Mid, Lo tone stack, boost switch, drive and master controls, and contour and bias controls.
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The pedal provides a warm, fuzz-like tone and is noted for its ability to turn a Fender amp sound into a Marshall tone, despite not being true bypass.
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Setup and maintenance
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It's recommended to avoid daisy chaining the power supply for this pedal, as it can introduce noise; a separate 12v DC power supply is advised.
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Use cases and applications
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Known for its "gnarly and raspy" tone, ideal for replicating sounds similar to Eric Johnson and David Gilmour, who have used similar models in their setups.
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Known to be used by Eric Valentine on snare drums in parallel, adding a unique tonal character to drum recordings.
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The pedal's high gain sound is favored for replacing multiple other overdrive/distortion pedals in setups focused on achieving a specific tone.
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Mods and upgrades
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Some users run the pedal at 12v for increased oomph and reduced volume drop when engaged, improving performance over the standard 9v setup.
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User experience
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Owners mention that the pedal can introduce noise, described as "noisy as fuck," but in a way that adds character to the tone.
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Owners fondly recall experimenting with the Tube Driver Rack on synthesizers, highlighting its versatility beyond traditional guitar setups.
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Users have experimented with setting EQ knobs to zero for unique tonal effects, such as achieving a Marshall-like sound with a Fender amp.
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Value and pricing
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Chandler Tube Driver Rack units often sell for around $150, with original BK Butler versions being more valuable and priced higher at about $300.
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While some criticize the limited EQ, the Chandler Tube Driver Rack is appreciated for offering a taste of the BK Butler tone at a reduced cost.
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Artist usage
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Used for the snare on Songs for the Deaf, as stated by producer Eric Valentine in this September 14, 2019 "Making Records with Eric Valentine" video at 24:15.
Then I have distortion on the snare, that would've been my Tube Driver. [pictures a Chandler Tube Driver rackmount]
Joe Satriani's Chandler Tube Driver Rack, a renowned effects processor used in studio recording, was listed for sale by Bananas at Large on Reverb.com.
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According to Guitar Geek's rig diagram, Johnson used Chandler Tube-Driver rack.
According to Guitar Geek's rig diagram, Valenzuela uses Chandler Tube Driver Rack.
Album Usage
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