Golden Age Audio Premier PRE-73 DLX
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Golden Age Audio
Premier PRE-73 DLX
Product Info
Article Number:
495411
Brand:
Golden Age Audio
Model:
Premier PRE-73 DLX
Category:
Preamps
Price:
$702.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This PRE-73 DLX is a seriously good option if you’re chasing that classic British console sound. The Carnhill transformers really nail that vintage vibe, and the AIR EQ is a subtle but effective touch. It's a sweet upgrade for vocalists, acoustic instruments, and anyone wanting to add some analog mojo to their recordings.
Product Description
- Golden Age Audio Premier PRE-73 DLX
- 1-Channel Microphone / Line / Instrument Preamplifier
- No integrated circuits in the signal path
- Fully soldered
- connectorless internal design
- Carnhill microphone input and line output transformers
- Classic 1073 style gain switch (23 positions)
- Switchable phantom power: +48 V
- AIR EQ (3/6 dB boost at approx. 30 kHz)
- High pass filter switchable (50
- 300 Hz)
- Microphone / line / instrument combo input: XLR / jack 6.3 mm balanced
- Line output: XLR / jack 6.3 mm
- Insert: 6.3 mm jack
- Design: 9.5"
- Incldues external power supply
PROS
- • Carnhill transformers deliver authentic 1073 warmth and character
- • Discrete, circuit-free design avoids digital artifacts and noise
- • AIR EQ adds subtle sparkle and presence without harshness
- • Versatile combo input handles mics, instruments, and line signals
CONS
- • Power supply, while functional, is a bit bulky and less refined
- • Limited to a single channel, requiring multiple units for stereo work
- • High-pass filter frequencies are a bit coarse for precise control
Product Video
Key Features
Channels
1
Preamp Type
Discrete Class A
Gain Range
60 dB
Phantom Power
+48 V
Connections
XLR, 6.3 mm Jack, Insert (6.3 mm Jack)
Weight
4.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a more gentle and musical boost than many modern EQs, adding air without becoming brittle or harsh – a very refined implementation.
Golden Age Audio's fully soldered design ensures consistent signal paths and eliminates potential connection issues, contributing to reliability.
Absolutely, the Carnhill transformers provide excellent gain and headroom, making it suitable for low-output ribbon mics.
