The circuit used in the PRE-73 PREMIER is similar to the preamp section in the classical 1073 module with a corresponding sound character that is warm, punchy, sweet and musical. These classic characteristics have been heard on countless recordings through the years and it is a versatile sound that works very well on most sound sources and in most genres. The essence of this sound is now available at a surprisingly low cost, making it available to nearly everyone.

• Vintage style electronics. No integrated circuits in the signal path.
• Maximum gain on the mic input is 80 dB
• Gain range on the line input: -20 to + 10 dB
• All soldered, connector-free internal design for the purest and most reliable signal path, the only connector used is for the gain switch
• Traditional 23-position 1073-style gain switch that is also used to select the mic or the line input jack.
• Combo XLR/TRS mic and line input jacks and separate output XLR and
• A Neutrik XLR/TRS combo jack with gold over nickel plated bronze contacts is used for the mic input.
• Insert jack for inserting EQ´s and other units. The insert jack can be switched in/out from the front panel. An internal jumper can select if the insert jack always has an output signal or not.
• Tantalum and polystyrene capacitors in the traditional positions. Neutrik
• XLR/TRS combo jack is used for the mic input.
• Switches on the back panel for 600 ohm output termination and ground lift.
• Relays are used to control internal switching for phantom power, mic low-
• Z, insert and DI for shorter circuit board signal paths. The relays are controlled by front panel switches.
• Circuit board star grounding scheme.
• Power supply with separate regulators for the audio circuit and the relay and LED circuit.
• External power supply to avoid interaction with the audio circuits and transformers.
• A solid build quality that will last many years of normal use.

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