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Maag Audio PREQ4 500 Series Microphone Preamp
500 Series microphone preamplifier w/AIR BAND
MFR# PREQ4-500
Product Description
The Mäag Audio PREQ4 (500 Series) is a one channel microphone preamplifier with AIR BAND™ (shelf boost from 2.5 to 40kHz via VARI AIR™), compatible with the API 500-6B lunchbox and 500VPR rack systems.
Following its PreQ3 predecessor, the PREQ4 provides unparalleled transparency and top end presence while maintaining the true natural sound behind the microphone. Presented in the flagship lunchbox portable format, the PreQ4 offers the legendary AIR BAND™, 65dB adjustable gain, phase reverse capability, 70Hz high pass filter, +48V phantom power, and -20dB PAD.
The Maag Audio PREQ4 is an official member of the VPR Alliance.
Specifications:
- Max Gain: 65dB
- Frequency Response: -3 dB points, 10Hz & 75kHz
- Nominal Input Impedance (XLR): Mic, 150 Ohms, balanced
- Nominal Output Impedance (XLR): 4 actively balanced
- Equivalent Input Noise: -128 dBu (-96 dBu Actual Metered Noise)
- Headroom: +27 dBu
- Maximum Phase Shift: 25°
- THD + Noise: < 0.0009%
Product Specifications
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Tube or Solid State | Solid State |
| Channels | Single-Channel |
| Chassis | Module |
| Module Type | 500 Series |
| Module Slot Count | 1 Slot |
| Direct Input | No |
| Digital I/O | No |
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Buyer's Guide: Microphone Preamps
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A crucial link in the audio chain is the microphone preamplifier, aka the mic preamp or mic pre. The output level of a microphone is very low and requires amplification to bring it up to line level. That’s what a mic pre does. But a mic preamp can’t drive a pair of speakers; that’s the job of the main amplifier. A key part of the job for a mic pre is to keep input noise to a minimum and to amplify without distortion.
Being the first amplification stage of the microphone signal, the mic preamp is essential to getting a good sound. Choose a poor one and you’ll be working harder to overcome its limitations. Choose a good one and processing your sound will get a lot easier. But what are the differences between average preamps and better ones? Let’s look at some of them. Continue reading →
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