{"product_id":"spl-goldmike-mk2-ad-2-channel-preamp-w-digital-output","title":"SPL Gold Mike MKII AD Dual-Channel Mic Preamp w\/ Digital Out","description":"\u003cp\u003eLike its successful predecessor, the \u003cstrong\u003eSPL GoldMike Mk2\u003c\/strong\u003e retains a hybrid solid state and tube construction to combine the best of both worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe transistor stage is composed of single transistors in a class A design. The circuitry is fully discrete, and each transistor is completely optimized for its specific task. You will not find any ICs in this preamplifier stage because they cannot be optimized for this specific application to the degree SPL aimed for.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Hybrid Preamplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eA significant contribution to the success of the predecessor is the hybrid preamplifier concept. It combines transistor and tube preamplifier stages and specifically utilizes their technological and sonic advantages: The efficiency and low noise of a discrete transistor stage is enriched with musical coloration of a tube stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eTube Preamplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe degree of tube preamplification is no longer the fixed +6 dB value of its predecessor. The GoldMike Mk2 sports the selection of three different tube pre-amplifications: +6 dB remains the standard complemented by +12 dB and +18 dB. This allows creative variety with the tube saturation and limiting effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eFlair\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eSPL have also added an extra setting to the popular Flair circuitry to give more flexibility to the presence improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eDual-Mono PCB Layout\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the GoldMike Mk2 is a dual channel preamplifier, its channel separation is of fundamental importance for the stereo image. Therefore the print-board layout is symmetrically mirrored around the power supply in the center from channel 1 to channel 2. This results in an identical signal flow to supporting a naturally balanced stereo image. Additionally the print-board provides extra-large ground areas maximizing the shielding against crosstalk and interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional 24-bit\/192 kHz AD converter\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Analog\/Digital Converter Module 1090 is an optional digital output for compatible SPL units  with a plug-and-play design for easy installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIt offers an S\/P-DIF output with both coaxial and optical connectors in parallel.\r\nThe heart of the module is a 24-bit converter with a variable sample rate of up to 192 kHz. Highly accurate quartz oscillators ensure a clean, low-jitter master clock.\r\nThe internal sample rate can be switched between 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96 kHz. Other sample rates (32, 176,4 and 192 kHz are set by external synchronization.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe converter can be synced to other digital devices via a S\/P-DIF input.\r\nThe internal oscillators are automatically disabled when an external clock signal is present to prevent interference.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPL Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450211627111,"sku":"52148","price":2299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/spl-goldmike-mk2_52148_1_6077cfa7-f8fa-464a-9833-d1034bbafb3a.jpg?v=1787092143","url":"https:\/\/vintageking.com\/products\/spl-goldmike-mk2-ad-2-channel-preamp-w-digital-output","provider":"Vintage King","version":"1.0","type":"link"}