Golden Age Pre73-DLX & EQ73 AES 2011
Golden Age Pre73-DLX
Building on the success of the Pre73 and the Pre73 MK2, the Pre73-DLX will boast a number of upgrades including:
-Selectable 1073-style High Pass Filter at 50hz, 80hz, 160hz and 300hz.
-Output Attenuator (placed after the output transformer) -7, -14, -21 and -28db allows overdriving of the output stage and the output transformer for added character
-Active DI input
-Insert Jack that can be switched on/off from the front panel
-Revised gain switch for added headroom
-Revised PSU with separate regulators for the audio circuits, relay and LED circuitsGolden Age EQ73
The half rack EQ to go hand in hand with the Pre73 series is finally here.
The EQ73 is exactly what you think it is. The EQ section to make your PRE73 a complete channel. Same form factor as the Pre73 so mounting it together with the preamp for a complete 1 rack space channel is a breeze.In addition to these, there will also be a 500 series offering and some other cool stuff.
Stop by booth #469 and hang with the Alto staff and get a preview of these units first hand.
If you do not have passes yet for AES use the link below for some free passes courtesy of Alto Music.
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Neve 1073LB 500 Series Preamp!
Very nice, maybe a 500 series EQ is on the way???
Neve 1073 500 Series Preamp!
FROM VINTAGE KING:
"Vintage King Audio is pleased to officially announce the release of the Neve 1073 LB 500 Series Mono Mic Preamp Module, from AMS Neve. The Neve 1073LB will be available in the United States exclusively through Vintage King Audio.
The original Neve 1073 module is arguably the most desirable mic pre and first choice of countless engineers and producers since its inception 40 years ago. Imitated (but never matched) by a number of equipment manufacturers, AMS-Neve has officially recreated the 1073ʼs big punchy sound and made it available for your Lunchbox with the Neve 1073LB.
“Vintage Kingʼs customers have been asking for something like this and we worked closely with Neve for some time to bring it to the market,” says Mike Nehra, Co-Owner of Vintage King Audio. “You can tell Neve really took pride and went to great lengths with this model. The build quality is solid and the tone of this unit stands neck in neck with classic and new Neve 1073 models. We anticipate that this will do fantastic in the marketplace.”
Crafted in England by Neve engineers, the 1073LB retains the unique sonic characteristics of its original predecessor by using the same architecture, matching components and original handwound transformers. With new features like a fine TRIM control, switchable microphone input impedance, signal presence LED, intelligent protected switching of front combi-XLR input connector and Neveʼs Audio Processing Insert design, the new 1073LB expands upon the legendary Class A design and takes your lunchbox to the next level at an incredibly price point ($995.00 USD).
Visit vintageking.com to place your orders now.
SALES
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New Sebatron 4-channel solid state pres
I can not find much info about this other than it is new.
http://www.sebatron.com/index.php
Five Fish Studios CRAZY DEAL X-12mk500 preamp $300 ready-made (not a kit).
In the meantime, I'm offering my CRAZY DEAL SALE again... LIMITED QUANTITY OFFER! I have designated a certain number of units for this SALE. LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLE. If my stock runs out in 5 days, or 2 days, that's it. The SALE will be discontinued.
SAVE MONEY!!! $300 for a pre-assembled X-12mk500 preamp.... $300 ready-made (not a kit). Hurry and don't miss out again on this offer!
Please allow 3-4 weeks for delivery. We're still waiting for the trafo shipment from the factory. LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLE for this sale. Sale may be discontinued at any time once stock runs out.
http://fivefishstudios.com/
This is a stupid deal for the quality of preamp you get for $300! Load up your lunchbox!
Overstayer Channel Amplifier Microphone & Instruments Discrete Preamp $500
The Overstayer Channel Amplifier is a discrete solid state instrument and microphone amplifier, coupled with a discrete tone circuit and fader amplifier into a hybrid output stage, all within a half rackspace 1RU chassis. Features independent GAIN and OUTPUT level controls, allowing either the microphone amplifier or the fader amplifier (or both) to be overdriven, providing a wide array of harmonic possibilities. Other features include:
-Transformer coupled microphone input (Jensen)
-Hi impedance 1/4 inch DIRECT Input
-20dB pad
-polarity invert
-High pass filter
-Tone control with a dark to bright tone dial and a bass boost switch
-48V phantom power
-XLR connections for microphone input and line output
Introductory price $500.00 USD plus shipping and handling (US and Canada only)
http://overstayer.squarespace.com/channel-amplifier/
This looks like it could be a great pre for the money!
Rupert Neve 5017: Mobile DI/Mic Pre/Compressor
Check out the blend knob in the video, very cool!
Skibbe ELECTRONICS Flickinger 736-4 500 series mic pre
Skibbe ELECTRONICS IS PROUD TO PRESENT-the Flickinger 736-4 500 series microphone preamplifier. This module is adapted from Sly Stone’s custom Flickinger MOD-N-32 matrix console (circa 1970). Great care has been taken in creating this module to keep the original tone intact. We use only the highest quality components for a superior build quality in the 500 series format.
This includes:
• Original custom UTRAD/Flickinger input and output transformers.
• Original 535-7 discrete op amp topology
• Hand matched and graded transistors (original T0-105, and TO-106 package styles).
• Tantalum caps
• Onboard voltage conversion to +- 24v
• Machined face plate, engraved, with fluorescent red inlay (glows under black light!)
• 20db pad
• Polarity reverse (both sealed relay switched, no more crackles!)
• Phantom power switch
• Military spec knob in traditional Flickinger style
• Heavy duty pcb and chassis construction Adjustable gain from 5-60db
• Stainless steel grab handle
• Large easy to see indicator lamps for all functions
http://www.keyclubrecording.com/skibbe/?page_id=7
Greg Hanks Design BA-660 Tube Preamp/Limiter
from Sean Eldon of Mercenary Audio:
Some thought they'd never see the day...
Brand new, built-to-order Greg Hanks BA-660's are available exclusively through Mercenary Audio.
We've been working with Greg for a few months, checking out a pair of 14-year-old units on sessions, checking out the original prototype, thinking about what we might like to change or tweak for a new production...
It didn't take long to realize that nothing should be changed. These units will be made exactly as they were in the mid-90's, with the exception of ditching the PCMCIA cardslot which would expand the limiter presets. All presets can be had in manual operation if you know the "formulas" and we felt the 5 originals (660, LA2A, 2254, SSL Quad, BA6A) were more than okay...they're actually stellar.
Still, the presets can be customized to your liking when placing the order.
If you are unfamiliar with this unit, a quick Googling or search on this forum should turn up some information for you. We have posted the operator's manual on our website, as well.
Price is $6,000USD. Plan on about 6-8 weeks for delivery.
Greg does have some great ideas for new products as well...we just figured we'd start with a classic and proven design. No harm in that.
http://www.mercenary.com/greghanks660.html
classicapi.com*VP2x Assembly Guide for 500 Series*Now Complete!!!
Hey everyone,
As some of you may know, I offer a couple affordable 500 series, all discrete mic preamp kits over at my store, classicapi.com. I do offer them in fully assembled, tested versions also but the kits seem to be the most popular thing these days. I guess when you look at the “bang for buck” ratio, I don’t think they can be beat. They have been available now for almost a full year with an excellent proven track record.
The kits started off over at Prodigy and have been migrating this way to gs over the last few months. I could tell by some of the inquiries that customers were very much newb’s to DIY work. After noticing this progression, I started on a very detailed and complete, step-by-step Assembly Guide. This guide will take any and all guess work out of populating the PCB and the little quirks of physical assembly. I wanted to make sure that if a person has decent tools and can build a clean guitar cable, that this mic preamp kit would be a logical “first DIY project”.
I am also making this guide a free download for any and everyone. This way, if you are not sure about the kit, download the docs, read them over and get a feel for it before investing any hard earned money.
Click to download the VP2x Assembly GuideVP2x Features:
* All discrete, vintage style circuitry with 60 db of overall gain
* Continuously variable control of Preamp Gain over a 34 db range
* Mute switch for quite & safe switching of microphones
* Polarity reversal
* 20 db Pad for input attenuation
* 48V switchable phantom power
* Fully variable, custom made output attenuator
* Custom made, Ed Anderson EA2622 1:7 input transformer
* Custom made, Ed Anderson EA2623-1 or EA2503 output transformer
* Standard 2520 DOA footprint mounts in Mill-Max sockets
* Standard 500 series compatible
* GroupDIY 51x compatible
* Multiple pre-built or kit form 2520's are availableMore details can be found at the beginning of the Assembly Guide along with suggested and required tools and some important tips/pointers.
For some quick background, this preamp is directly based on the console preamp out of mid ‘70’s, vintage API™ console. It is not a 312 preamp. They sound distinctly different but still from the same great family of mid aggressiveness. I think they also prove that they don't have to be old to sound vintage!
My goal for this Assembly Guide was to have an interested but inexperienced person read it and come away with the "I can do it!" attitude. I hope I have done my job.
Link to pre-assembled VP26
Link to complete VP26 Kit
Link to complete VP25 KitCheers, Jeff Steiger
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