SPL Crescendo duo v2
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The Crescendo duo v2 is a serious preamp for engineers and producers seeking pristine, high-headroom clean gain. Its 120V design delivers exceptional sonic clarity and low noise, making it perfect for critical tracking applications where subtle details matter. If you're chasing that classic, transparent analog sound without harshness, this is a worthwhile upgrade.
Product Description
- SPL Crescendo duo v2
- Two-Channel Microphone Preamplifier
- With 120V technology
- Gain adjustable in 12 steps from +18 to +70dB
- Output adjustable with +/- 10 dB
- Per channel switchable: 20 dB pad
- 48V phantom power
- phase reverse and high-pass filter at 120 Hz (6 dB/octave)
- VU-10 option to adjust the VU meter to very high levels
- Built-in output splitter: two parallel outputs per input for back-up or backup systems
- Frequency response (at 50 dB gain
- -3 dB): 20 - 100
- 000 Hz
- Maximum output level: 32.5 dBu
- Equivalent input noise (70 dB gain
- 150 ohms): -121.7 dBu
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 482 x 88 x 300 mm
- Weight: 6.1 kg
PROS
- • Exceptional clean gain with impressive headroom thanks to the 120V technology
- • Incredible low-noise performance; -121.7 dBu is truly remarkable
- • Flexible routing options with the built-in output splitter for redundancy
- • Robust build quality; feels like it’ll withstand years of studio use.
CONS
- • Size and weight (6.1 kg) make it less than ideal for mobile setups
- • Premium-priced, a significant investment for smaller studios or home recordists
- • Limited routing flexibility beyond the parallel outputs.
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Key Features
Channels
2
Preamp Type
Discrete Class A
Gain Range
+18 to +70 dB
Phantom Power
48V
Connections
XLR/TRS
Weight
6.1 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 120V design allows for higher voltage rails, resulting in lower distortion and increased headroom, leading to a cleaner, more dynamic sound.
The VU-10 option allows for calibration to very high levels, making it a reliable tool for precise gain staging and monitoring.
While it doesn't emulate the specific color of a Neve or API, it offers a more transparent and technically superior clean gain, appealing to those wanting a neutral sonic foundation.
