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Golden Age Project

Pre-73 MKIII Mic Line Preamp

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Features

  • Single-channel Mic/line Preamp with 80dB of Mic Gain
  • LED Output Level Meter
  • Switchable Impedance
  • Phantom Power
  • DI

Description

The classic Neve 1073 wrote the book on characterful mic preamplification, so in designing their Pre-73 MKIII mic pre, Golden Age aimed high. Given its mild pricetag, it's amazing how well they succeeded. The single-channel Pre-73 MKIII is versatile, with 80dB of gain that lets you easily mic subdued sources with passive ribbons. Cranking the main gain stage imbues your tracks with tasty vintage-style coloration. Also onboard: phantom power, a broad gain- range DI, flexible I/O, switchable impedance, and an LED output level meter, all in a robust half-rack chassis. If you want a characterful pre with punch, Sweetwater recommends the Golden Age Pre-73 MKIII. Golden Age Pre-73 MKIII Features at a Glance: Vintage-style electronics with Tantalum capacitors Simplified Gain control with Mic/Line switch makes all gain levels available for line input 80dB of gain easily handles passive ribbon mics on quiet sound sources Mic input with switchable 1200/300 ohm impedance

Brand: Golden Age Project


Color: Red


Compatible Devices: all


Material: Stainless Steel


Item Weight: 6.8 pounds


Compatible Devices: all


Number of Bands: 1


Power Source: Corded Electric


Output Channel Quantity: 1


Amplifier Type: Solid State


Connector Type: XLR


Sound Profile: Warm, Rich, Full-bodied


Audio Output Mode: DI


Color: Red


Enclosure Material: Stainless Steel


Item Weight: 6.8 pounds


Brand: Golden Age Project


Model Name: PRE-73 MKIII


Number of Items: 5


Manufacturer: Golden Age Project


Model Number: PRE73MK3


Mfr Part Number: PRE73MK3


Warranty Description: 2-Year Warranty


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