Great River MP-2 NV

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Great River MP-2 NV

Great River

MP-2 NV

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 119113
Model: MP-2 NV
Category: Preamps
Price: $3,133.90

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The MP-2 NV is a serious workhorse preamp – it’s got that classic Great River vibe with a bit more modern polish. It's perfect for engineers and musicians who want a clean, punchy sound with a touch of analog warmth, especially for vocals, acoustic instruments, and drums. It's a fantastic upgrade from budget preamps, offering a significant step up in sonic quality.

Product Description

  • Great River MP-2 NV
  • 2-Channel Solid State Microphone Preamp
  • 2x XLR micro input
  • 2x Hi-Z instrument input on the front
  • Balanced XLR outputs
  • TRS insert after the output amplifier
  • Adjustable gain in 5 dB increments up to 60 dB
  • 1/4 "-10 dBV output for latency-free monitoring
  • Phantom power
  • Format: 19 "/ 1 U
PROS
  • • Discrete Class-A circuitry delivers exceptional clarity and warmth.
  • • Jensen transformers provide signature Great River sonic character and headroom.
  • • Robust, all-steel chassis ensures rock-solid stability and longevity.
  • • Hi-Z inputs expand versatility for direct recording of guitars and basses.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for smaller studios.
  • • Limited routing options compared to more complex console preamps.
  • • 1U height requires careful rack space planning.

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Key Features

Channels 2
Preamp Type Solid State, Class-A Discrete
Gain Range 60 dB
Phantom Power 48V
Connections 2x XLR mic in, 2x Hi-Z instrument in, Balanced XLR out, TRS insert, 1/4 in monitor out
Weight 14 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NV version features improved gain staging and a slightly cleaner, more transparent sound while retaining the core Great River character.
They’re genuinely useful; the impedance matching is excellent, providing a fuller, more defined bass tone directly into the preamp.
Absolutely, the insert point allows for seamless integration of external processing, giving you a lot of flexibility in your signal chain.

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