Golden Age Project PRE-73 MKIV

Golden Age Project PRE-73 MKIV – one-channel vintage-style mic/line/instrument preamp with 80dB gain, switchable +48V phantom for condenser/dynamic mics, ideal for ribbons. Transformer-balanced I/O, insert jack for EQ/compressors. Warm, punchy British console sound.

Switchable mic/line mode (30dB reduced gain), AIR EQ boost (+3/+6dB @30kHz), HPF (6dB/octave @40/170Hz), output pad (-14dB). Discrete components, no ICs/surface-mount, Tantalum caps in signal path. Line/instrument inputs for versatile sources.

Compact metal chassis for project studios, doubles as DI for guitar/bass. Handcrafted for classic 1073-inspired tone at budget price.

MAIN FEATURES

• 80dB mic gain
• Switchable mic impedance
• +48V phantom
• Phase reverse
• AIR boost: +3/+6dB @30kHz
• HPF: 40/170Hz
• Insert jack
• Output pad -14dB
• LED meter
• Transformer-balanced I/O

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Inputs: XLR mic/line, 1/4" instrument
• Outputs: XLR balanced
• Gain: 20-80dB (switchable)
• Phantom: +48V
• Frequency Response: Vintage-style
• THD + Noise: Low (discrete)
• Power Supply: External
• Dimensions: Half-rack
• Weight: Not specified
• Included: PRE-73 MKIV, PSU
• Product Code: PRE-73 MKIV