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Chandler Germ500 mk2 Preamp (API500 Series) [Official Japanese Product]
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$1,235.00
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Product Condition
| Brand New | Unused, as sold. |
|---|---|
| Mint | Like new, no flaws. |
| Excellent | Barely used, very minor wear. |
| Very Good | Light wear, fully functional. |
| Good | Visible wear, plays fine. |
| Fair | Heavy wear, still playable. |
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Chandler Germ500 mk2 Preamp (API500 Series) [Official Japanese Prod...
Regular price
$1,235.00
Unit price
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Unavailable
Description
Description
*To use this product, you will need a dedicated power supply for the VPR500 series, such as api/500-6B-HC.
*Please note that delivery times for this product may vary from 2 weeks to 1 month depending on the stock availability of the domestic manufacturer. For details on delivery times, please feel free to contact Power Rec (03-5456-8809).
Experience the Germanium Pre in the API500 series! Chandler Limited's masterpiece Germanium Pre Amp has become a "secret weapon" for many engineers since its release, as a head amp capable of producing the "best vintage sound of the 2000s."
Germanium transistors were used in many of the great equipment of the past, including vintage Neve and Fairchain, but only Wade Goeke of Chandler Limited has recently taken a bite out of the beautiful, overflowing sound of germanium transistors. He has perfected them with more flexibility than you would expect.
The Germ 500 MkII is a reproduction of the outboard Germanium Pre Amp in the API 500 series modular format. You can combine this Germ 500 MkII microphone preamp (HA) with many of the top brand compressors and EQs that are included in the API 500 module!
Main Features
API500 (VPR Alliance) standard module
Class A, Germanium Tone
65dB maximum gain
Feedback control for texture control
DI input for instruments
-15dB PAD switch (70dB dynamic range)
*Please note that delivery times for this product may vary from 2 weeks to 1 month depending on the stock availability of the domestic manufacturer. For details on delivery times, please feel free to contact Power Rec (03-5456-8809).
Experience the Germanium Pre in the API500 series! Chandler Limited's masterpiece Germanium Pre Amp has become a "secret weapon" for many engineers since its release, as a head amp capable of producing the "best vintage sound of the 2000s."
Germanium transistors were used in many of the great equipment of the past, including vintage Neve and Fairchain, but only Wade Goeke of Chandler Limited has recently taken a bite out of the beautiful, overflowing sound of germanium transistors. He has perfected them with more flexibility than you would expect.
The Germ 500 MkII is a reproduction of the outboard Germanium Pre Amp in the API 500 series modular format. You can combine this Germ 500 MkII microphone preamp (HA) with many of the top brand compressors and EQs that are included in the API 500 module!
Main Features
API500 (VPR Alliance) standard module
Class A, Germanium Tone
65dB maximum gain
Feedback control for texture control
DI input for instruments
-15dB PAD switch (70dB dynamic range)
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Please Note
The following information applies to international orders.
■ Condition
Items with “USED” in the product name are pre-owned and will be delivered as shown in the photos. Signs of wear may be present. All items are function-tested by our staff and rechecked before dispatch.
■ Stock
Many products are stocked across Ikebe stores in Japan. As a result, shipment may take several days. In-store sales may also cause items to sell out. If an item is unavailable, we will contact you promptly; in that case, the order will be canceled and any payment will be refunded.
■ Shipping
We ship via FedEx. Shipments are fully insured against damage or loss during transit.
- Asia: 10–20 days (estimated)
- North America & Oceania: 20–30 days (estimated)
Shipping costs are calculated based on the delivery address and confirmed at the time of dispatch.
■ Taxes & Duties
Import duties, taxes, and fees are the buyer’s responsibility and are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These fees are typically collected by the carrier upon delivery or at pickup. Please check with your country’s customs office for details before purchasing.
■ Other
We cannot declare a reduced item value or mark purchases as gifts.
* Warranty
Our product warranty is valid only within Japan.
* Voltage
All electrical products are intended for the Japanese market and are designed for 100 V operation.
About us
Founded in 1975, Ikebe Music is one of Japan's largest general music stores.Thanks to its long history and proven track record, it has earned the trust of musicians and music fans not only in Japan but around the world.
Ikebe Music ships not only within Japan, but also overseas.As a well-known retailer of used musical instruments in Japan, we have a wide selection of used and vintage instruments.
We have a wide variety of unusual and rare instruments, so please take a look.Please note that we do not list new products, as our contracts with our suppliers prohibit international shipping.
About our stores
In Japan, we have about 30 stores in Tokyo (Ikebukuro, Shibuya, Akihabara) and Osaka.
We have just opened our flagship store, IKESHIBU (IKEBE SHIBUYA), in Shibuya, Tokyo, which brings together numerous musical instrument specialty stores and serves as a hub for entertainment culture.
Please be sure to stop by if you are visiting Japan.
Tokyo area
Osaka area
About Shipping
We carefully pack every item with protective materials to ensure it arrives safely.
The photos above show an example of how we securely pack a bass guitar for shipping.
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