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Avalon Ultra Five Direct Box / Instrument Preamplifier.

The Avalon Ultra Five is the most powerful direct box available. Variable gain Class A preamplifier to boost low-level pickup signals and a high-level speaker input for capturing the live sound of the instrument's amplifier. Six passive tone-EQ curves enhance a variety of acoustic and electric instruments. Twin DC-coupled Class A output amplifiers drive both low-level mic preamp inputs and high-level +4dB inputs for direct-to-tape recording or processing. Direct box has dual mic and line outs, very low noise -100dB, high headroom +30dB, low-pass filter, LED active signal indicator, headphone out.. ...details

Avalon Pro Audio > Signal Processors > Microphone Preamps >

Avalon AD2022 Pure Class A Dual Mono Microphone Preamplifier.

The Avalon AD2022 Dual Mono Microphone Preamplifier includes the original sonic capabilities and transparency of the M2, M22, and M5 preamps adding selectable microphone source loading for optimized cable/mic matching, improved high-voltage Class A regulated power supplies, 2 Hi-Z instrument inputs, variable-passive high pass filter, Teflon/silver wiring, and double-plated circuit boards for superior low-level signal transfer.. ...details

Avalon Pro Audio > Signal Processors > Compressors and Limiters >

Avalon VT-747SP Stereo Compressor/EQ.

The Avalon VT-747SP Stereo Compressor EQ lets you choose between tube tone and the classic Class A discrete transistor sound. Ideal for high-performance DAW input signal conditioning, stereo bus compression-EQ, stereo keyboards, and analog mastering applications. This Avalon Compressor combines a stereo tube-discrete Class A opto-compressor with musical 6-band program EQ, L-R output level and gain reduction metering, and internal regulated power supplies. All in just 2 rackspaces.. ...details

Avalon Pro Audio > Signal Processors > Microphone Preamps >

Avalon Vt 737sp Mono Mic Pre/Compressor/EQ.

The Avalon Vt 737sp Mono Mic Pre/Compressor/EQ is a combination tube preamp, opto-compressor and sweep equalizer, with output level and VU metering in 2 rackspaces. Balanced mic, front-panel instrument DI, and balanced line inputs. Class A preamp uses 2 cascaded, dual vacuum-tube triodes configured with minimum negative feedback. The Avalon Vt 737sp has a high-gain switch, high-pass filter, and hardwire relay bypass.. ...details

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Avalon M5 Mono Pure Class A Microphone Preamp.

The Avalon M5 Mono Pure Class A Microphone Preamp delivers smooth musical detail and sonic excellence. Features include a low-ratio, high-performance input transformer and balanced inputs coupled with high-voltage cascade FET twin bipolar discrete Class A amplifiers. Equipped with a large illuminated VU meter, twin LED peak signal indicators, regulated +48V phantom power supply, variable passive high-pass filter, and all signal routing with sealed silver relays. The Avalon M5 preamp is a vocalist's dream machine that turns ordinary recordings into masterpieces.. ...details

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Avalon VT-737SP Tube Mic Pre Anniversary Edition Black.

In honor of the 10th anniversary of the release of the renowned VT-737SP Tube Channel Strip Avalon has produced a special "Blackface" model. The VT-737SP features a combination of TUBE preamplifiers, opto-compressor, sweep equalizer, output level and VU metering in a 2U space. The VT737SP Anniversary is identical in terms of circuitry, the only difference being cosmetic; the front panel is matte-black and the original orange LEDs have been replaced with cool blue ones. PREAMPLIFIER The VT-737SP has three input selections: 1. The VT-737SP features a higher-performance microphone input transformer with +48v phantom selection. 2. Instrument DI high source input with jack located on front panel. 3. Balanced line input, discrete high-level Class A.The class A preamplifier utilizes two cascaded, dual vacuum tube triodes configured with minimum negative feedback. A high gain switch boosts the overall gain of the preamplifier. The four high-quality tubes are configured as singled-ended anode coupled followers. A passive-variable high-pass filter and hardwire relay bypass completes the input signal conditioning. The phase reverse relay is available on all three inputs.OPTO-COMPRESSON The opto-compressor features a minimum signal path design with twin Class A vacuum tube triodes for gain matching. The optical attenuator acts as a simple passive level controller. Full dynamic control from soft compression to hard-knee limiting can be achieved with threshold, ratio-compression, attack and release controls plus gain reduction selection on the large VU meter. Special spectral control including de-ess is available with the dual sweep mid EQ to sidechain switch. The EQ section can be flipped pre or post the opto-compressor via a front panel switch for alternate effects and tone shaping. Two VT-737SPs can be linked via a rear panel link cable for stereo tracking. The compressor bypass is a sealed silver relay for the most direct signal path.SWEEP-EQUALIZER AND OUTPUT LEVELClass A high-voltage transistors are used for optimum sonic performance. The high and low frequency bands provide the smooth characteristics of an all passive design, while the dual mid bands include variable frequency and switched Q-width selection. The enhanced range of the mid bands is extended into the high and low bands by the use of X10 frequency multipliers. The bypass switch incorporates a sealed silver relay for the most direct signal path. When the EQ to sidechain is engaged, the high-low EQ remains in the audio path for "tone enhancement". The output level control provides a variable control of the overall signal path. The output amplifier utilizes another dual triode vacuum tube driving a 100% discrete, Class A, high-current, balanced and DC coupled low noise output amplifier.VALON VT-737SP FEATURES Vacuum tube triode signal path, transformer balanced microphone input, high-voltage circuits for maximum headroom to +30dB, low noise -92dB, internal discrete power. ...details