Fredenstein Artistic MicPre SE
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Fredenstein
Artistic MicPre SE
Product Info
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The Fredenstein Artistic MicPre SE is a surprisingly capable little preamp. It's got a clean, punchy sound and a decent DI, making it a great budget-friendly option for home recordists, podcasters, or anyone needing a clean boost. It's not a color preamp, but it's a fantastic foundation for a great signal.
Product Description
- Fredenstein Artistic MicPre SE
- Microphone Preamplifier
- 500 Module
- Infinitely variable input gain from +20 dB to +65 dB
- Discrete operational amplifier OPA2
- High-impedance 2 MOhm DI
- POL switch for phase inversion
- -20 dB pad
- Low cut at 120 Hz
- Switchable 48 V phantom powering
- Frequency response from 20 to 20
- 000 Hz +/- 1 dB
- LED indicator for output level (>-30 dB)
- LED peak meter
- High-impedance DI input 6.3 mm jack on front with 2 MO for balanced and unbalanced signals
- Construction: 500 module
- • Discrete OPA2 provides a surprisingly clean, musical amplification.
- • High input gain (+65dB) handles low-output mics effortlessly.
- • The DI input is genuinely useful for quick tracking or mobile recording.
- • Robust 500 module build suggests longevity and reliable operation.
- • Limited EQ or tonal shaping beyond the basic low-cut filter.
- • The LED metering isn't the most precise or detailed visual guide.
- • 2 MOhm DI impedance might be too low for some active pickups.
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