Trident 80B-PRE 500 Series Microphone Preamp
Best classic sound for professional studio recording.
This module brings the iconic, punchy character of a legendary console into your 500-series rack. It trades the bulk of a full-sized desk for a streamlined, high-fidelity workflow that handles everything from delicate ribbons to aggressive condensers with surgical precision.
$649.99
Who it's for
- Audio engineers seeking vintage console sound for their recordings.
- Studio owners and engineers with existing 500 series setups.
- Professional studios and engineers prioritizing long-term equipment reliability.
Who should skip it
- New users without an existing 500 series rack infrastructure.
- Engineers prioritizing absolute sonic transparency and minimal coloration.
- Budget-conscious home studio owners or those needing multiple channels.
Performance breakdown
Sonic Character
Delivers the iconic, punchy warmth of the classic 80B console.
Transient Response
Captures fast, articulate transients with impressive clarity and precision.
Signal Versatility
Handles everything from ribbon mics to line-level sources with ease.
Noise Floor
Near-theoretical minimum noise ensures pristine recordings even at high gain.
Tone Shaping
Variable filters provide essential control for sculpting your source signal.
Build Integrity
Premium Lundahl transformers offer professional-grade reliability in a compact frame.
Key Specs
Tube or Solid State
Solid State
Channels
Single-Channel
Module Type
500 Series
Direct Input
Yes
Input Connectors
XLR, TRS
Phantom Power
48-volt switchable
High Pass Filter
Variable
Low Pass Filter
Variable
Phase Control
Switchable
Preamp Circuitry Type
Transformer-based
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