Tegeler Audio Crème - Mastering-Grade Tube Compressor & Pultec-Style EQ
The Tegeler Audio Crème is a high-end 2U rackmount stereo processor that combines a Vari-Mu tube compressor with a Pultec-style passive EQ in one elegant unit. Hand-built in Germany, it delivers the smooth, musical glue and harmonic richness of vintage tube compression alongside the iconic Pultec low-end boost and silky high-end sheen, making it an essential tool for mix bus, mastering, drums, bass, vocals, and instruments. With stepped controls, true bypass, and transformer-balanced I/O, Crème brings analog magic and precise recall to modern hybrid workflows.
Vari-Mu Tube Compression
The compressor section uses a classic variable-mu (remote cutoff) tube circuit with two 6BA6 tubes per channel for warm, organic dynamics control. It offers six attack and release times, progressive ratio/threshold, and the legendary “All Buttons In” mode for aggressive, colorful compression. The compressor adds musical glue, density, and harmonic saturation without harshness, perfect for buss duties or individual tracks.
Pultec-Style Passive EQ
The EQ section emulates the legendary Pultec program equalizer with simultaneous low-frequency boost and cut (for the signature “Pultec punch”) and high-frequency boost with broad, silky shelves. Stepped frequency selection and ±10 dB gain range provide precise, repeatable tonal shaping, while the passive design ensures transparent, phase-linear operation that enhances depth and air.
Key Features of the Tegeler Audio Crème
- Dual-channel Vari-Mu tube compressor + Pultec-style passive EQ
- 6 attack/release times with “All Buttons In” mode
- Progressive ratio/threshold control for smooth to aggressive compression
- Low-frequency boost/cut (Pultec-style) for punch and weight
- High-frequency boost with broad, musical shelves
- Stepped controls for accurate recall
- Transformer-balanced XLR I/O
- True bypass and independent bypass for compressor/EQ
- Internal linear power supply
- Hand-built in Germany
Technical Specifications
- Type: Stereo tube compressor & passive EQ
- Tubes: 4 × 6BA6 (Vari-Mu stage)
- Input/Output: Balanced XLR
- Max Input/Output Level: +24 dBu
- Frequency Response: 10 Hz–60 kHz (±0.5 dB)
- THD+N: <0.05% (typical)
- Noise Floor:
- Power: Internal linear PSU, 115/230 V AC
- Dimensions: 19 × 3.5 × 11 in (482 × 88 × 280 mm)
- Weight: 11 lbs (5 kg)
