Trident Series 80B MIC PRE/EQ
Best professional tool for achieving classic studio sound.
This rack unit brings the legendary, punchy character of 70s console circuitry directly into your modern signal chain. It trades the surgical precision of digital plugins for the warm, musical saturation that defined countless classic records, giving you instant access to a professional studio sound without the maintenance of a vintage desk.
$1999.99
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Sonic Circus
Who it's for
- Audio engineers seeking classic analog warmth and character.
- Producers needing flexible input options for stereo sources or multiple instruments.
- Mix engineers desiring nuanced control for polished, professional mixes.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious home studio owners or emerging engineers.
- Musicians with small home studios or mobile setups.
- Engineers prioritizing absolute sonic transparency.
Performance breakdown
Sonic Character
Faithfully captures the legendary, punchy warmth of the original 1970s console.
EQ Precision
Four-band control offers surgical shaping with a classic, musical response.
Preamp Versatility
Transformer-coupled inputs handle everything from delicate ribbons to high-output line sources.
Build Quality
Robust, discrete transistor circuitry built to withstand years of studio abuse.
Workflow Integration
Dual channels and insert points make routing into modern DAWs seamless.
Noise Floor
Clean performance that keeps unwanted hiss out of your critical recordings.
Key Specs
Input Impedance
Microphone: 1.2k ohm transformer balanced, Line: 15k ohm electronically balanced
Output Impedance
Less than 100 ohm electronically balanced
Gain
Microphone: -15dB to +60dB, Line: -15dB to +10dB
Noise
Microphone: Less than -128dBu ref 150 ohm (20Hz-20kHz), Line: Less than -85dBu (EQ In 20Hz-20kHz)
Maximum Levels
Mic Input: +24dBu, Line Input: +24dBu
Distortion
Mic Input: Less than 0.05% T.H.D., Line Input: Less than 0.05% T.H.D.
Frequency Response
Mic Input: ±1dB 20Hz to 20kHz, Line Input: ±1dB 20Hz to 20kHz
Nominal Operating Level
+4dBu
Peak LED Threshold
+10dBu
Number of Channels
2
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