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2-Channel XLR Analog Insert Bypass Switcher – A/B Version

Original price was: 385.00 €.Current price is: 299.00 €.

Independent A/B Channel Switching – Channels A and B can be switched independently. Each channel allows you to enable its INSERT SEND/RETURN signal path or bypass it separately. Example: Keep Channel A (compressor) ON while Channel B (EQ) is set to BYPASS, or vice versa.

100% discrete, clean audio routing
Fully balanced XLR signal path
Transparent signal routing with no added coloration
Independent channel INSERT / BYPASS switching
Dedicated SEND / RETURN connections
Clear front-panel channel identification
Designed for professional studio and mastering setups

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2-Channel XLR Analog Insert Bypass Switcher – A/B Version – Desktop

The VintageMaker 2-Channel XLR Analog Insert Bypass Switcher is designed for professional studios requiring independent control over two separate analog insert paths. Each channel features dedicated front-panel switching, allowing you to independently engage or bypass its connected external processing equipment without manually reconnecting cables. The A/B configuration is particularly useful when working with two separate signal paths, such as individual hardware processors, stereo processing chains or different stages of an analog studio setup.

Key Features

Two Independent Insert Channels – Separate A and B balanced analog signal paths.
Independent A/B Switching – Dedicated front-panel control for each channel.
Balanced XLR Connectivity – Professional XLR input, send, return and output connections.
Direct Insert Bypass – Switch between the external processor path and direct bypass.
Manual Front-Panel Operation – Convenient control without changing cable connections.
Compact Desktop Design – Easy integration into professional recording, mixing and mastering environments.
Transparent signal routing with no coloration

Typical Applications

Two independent analog insert paths
External hardware compressors
Analog equalizers and limiters
Separate mastering processing chains
Recording and mixing studios
Hybrid digital and analog production setups

Technical Specifications

XLR Connector Pinout: Pin 1 – Shield (directly bonded to chassis), Pin 2 – Signal Hot (+), Pin 3 – Signal Cold (−), following AES14 / IEC 60268-12.
Fully Balanced Signal Path: Differential audio transmission via Pin 2 (Hot) and Pin 3 (Cold), with Pin 1 dedicated exclusively to chassis-bonded cable shielding.
Shield Grounding: Pin 1 bonded directly to the chassis at the connector, following AES48 grounding recommendations.
XLR Connectivity: Female XLR connectors for inputs (IN, RET); male XLR connectors for outputs (SND, OUT).

Simplify Your Analog Studio Workflow

The VintageMaker 2-Channel XLR Insert Bypass Switcher makes it easy to engage or bypass two separate external processing paths independently. Compare processed and unprocessed signals, organize your outboard equipment and maintain convenient front-panel control over your analog studio routing. A practical solution for professional engineers working with multiple external analog processors and balanced XLR connections.

VintageMaker – Custom-Built Professional Analog Studio Equipment.

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Suitable for Professional and Project Studios

Designed for integration into a wide range of analog studio setups, this XLR insert bypass switcher is suitable for professional recording studios, mastering rooms, project studios and serious home studios. It can be used with single-channel compressors, tube processors, limiters and equalizers from both high-end and mid-range equipment ranges.

Typical applications include:

Tube-Tech CL 1B – Tube Compressor
Universal Audio LA-2A – Tube Compressor
Universal Audio 1176 – FET Compressor
Warm Audio WA-2A – Tube Compressor
Warm Audio WA76 – FET Compressor
DBX 160A – Compressor / Limiter
Empirical Labs Distressor – Compressor
Klark Teknik 76-KT – FET Compressor
ART Pro VLA II – Tube Compressor
FMR Audio RNC – Compressor
Manley Variable Mu – Tube Compressor / Limiter
Professional analog EQs and mastering processors

Connect compatible external hardware through the balanced XLR SEND and RETURN connections and switch between INSERT ENABLE and BYPASS.

Note: Compatibility depends on the processor’s connection type and signal configuration. Appropriate cabling may be required for equipment with different connector formats.

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