Golden Age Audio Project PRE-73 MKIV
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Golden Age Audio
Project PRE-73 MKIV
Product Info
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The PRE-73 MKIV is a seriously good-sounding preamp, especially if you're chasing that classic British console vibe. It’s surprisingly affordable for what you get—a well-built, discrete preamp with a nice AIR EQ. This is a fantastic addition for anyone wanting to add some vintage warmth and character to vocals, guitars, or bass without spending a fortune.
Product Description
- Golden Age Audio Project PRE-73 MKIV
- 1-Channel microphone
- line and instrument preamplifier
- Vintage style
- No integrated circuits in the signal path
- Max gain: 80 dB
- Switchable gain range: 20 - 80 dB
- Switchable between MIC/LINE mode (30 dB reduced gain)
- AIR EQ with +3 dB or +6 dB boost at 30 kHz
- Two switchable 6 dB / octave high-pass filters at 40 Hz (HP1) or 170 Hz (HP2)
- Tantalum capacitors in the signal path
- Switchable impedance: 1200 Ohm or 300 Ohm (MIC mode)
- Output PAD circuit
- +48 V phantom power
- Phase switch
- 4-Step LED meter and power LED
- Format: 9.5" 1 U
- Weight: approx. 3.5 kg
- Includes external power supply unit
*Connections*, Combo input Mic/Line: XLR / 6.3 mm jack, Hi-Z instrument input on the front: 6.3 mm jack, Line output: XLR / 6.3 mm jack
- • Discrete Class A circuitry delivers a warm, punchy, and characterful sound.
- • Tantalum capacitors contribute to a clean, low-noise signal path.
- • The AIR EQ provides a subtle but noticeable high-end sparkle for vocal or instrument enhancement.
- • Flexible impedance switching allows tailoring the preamp to a wide variety of microphone types.
- • The external power supply adds clutter and slightly compromises portability.
- • Gain staging can be tricky at higher settings due to the 80dB range.
- • While versatile, it leans towards a vintage Neve-style sound; may not suit all modern genres.
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