SPL Crescendo
Best pristine audio capture for discerning studio professionals.
This 8-channel preamp leverages SPL's signature 120V Technology for unparalleled clarity and dynamic range. It offers a transparent amplification that lets your microphones shine without imparting unwanted color. The robust build and essential professional features make it a workhorse for demanding studios.
$4999.00
at
Thomann
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Who it's for
- Audio engineers and producers seeking uncompromised sonic accuracy.
- Studio professionals needing extensive, simultaneous microphone inputs.
- Recording studios and live sound engineers requiring dependable equipment.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious musicians and home studio owners.
- Casual users or hobbyists with basic recording requirements.
- Users expecting integrated digital conversion or direct computer connectivity.
Performance breakdown
Dynamic Headroom
The 120V rail technology offers virtually limitless headroom for pristine signals.
Sonic Transparency
Delivers an incredibly honest, vivid sound that captures every subtle detail.
Build Integrity
Robust German engineering ensures long-term reliability in demanding studio environments.
Input Versatility
Handles scorching hot signals up to +32.5 dBu without breaking a sweat.
Control Precision
High-quality potentiometers provide smooth, accurate gain adjustments for critical tracking.
Routing Flexibility
Dual outputs per channel simplify complex signal paths and parallel processing.
Key Specs
Channels
8
Technology
120V
Phantom Power
48 V
Features
Polarity reversal, PAD switch, VU meter adjustment
Gain Control
High-quality potentiometer
Outputs
Two per channel
Internal Operating Voltage
+/- 60 volts
Max Input Level
+32.5 dBu
Input Connector Type
XLR
Output Connector Type
XLR
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