Golden Age Audio Project PRE-73 Microphone Preamp
Best professional sound for budget conscious studio engineers.
This preamp delivers that coveted, thick vintage character without the maintenance headaches of vintage gear. It offers massive gain for your quietest ribbons, though you will have to manage the gain staging carefully to keep the signal from getting too aggressive.
$499.00
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Vintage King
Who it's for
- Home studio producers seeking classic, character-rich sound for vocals and instruments.
- Budget-conscious engineers desiring premium analog warmth without breaking the bank.
- Discerning audio enthusiasts prioritizing superior build and sonic performance.
Who should skip it
- High-end studios or purists expecting identical sonic signature to the original.
- Engineers needing an all-in-one channel strip solution for tracking.
- Studio owners preferring integrated power supplies for cleaner rack organization.
Performance breakdown
Vintage Character
Discrete circuitry delivers that sought-after classic 1073 harmonic richness.
Gain Versatility
80 dB of headroom handles quiet ribbon mics with effortless clarity.
Tonal Shaping
Switchable impedance and high-pass filters offer excellent control over source texture.
Build Integrity
Transformer-balanced I/O provides a robust, professional-grade signal path.
Instrument Flexibility
High-impedance DI input makes tracking guitars and basses quick and clean.
Overdrive Control
The output pad allows for aggressive gain staging without clipping converters.
Key Specs
Channels
1
Max Gain
80 dB
Input Impedance
1200 or 300 Ohms
Chassis
9.5-inch, 1U Rack-Mount
Phantom Power
Yes
Phase Reverse
Yes
High Pass Filter
Yes
Input Connectors
XLR Combo Jack, TRS
Output Connectors
XLR, 1/4-inch TRS
Insert Point
6.3 mm jack
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