Preamplifiers
The DACS MicAmp is a 2 channel ultra low noise discrete-component-based microphone amplifier. Technically its performance is flawless.
Frequency response is flat down to less than 1Hz (virtually to DC for non phantom microphones) and starts its tailored roll off at around 45kHz. The trimmed CMRR is exemplary, and the electronically balanced output will deliver +22dB into a 600R balanced or unbalanced load. The input stage has very fast protection built in that will prevent any damage being caused to the amplifier by over-voltage or phantom power short circuit.
The main gain setting is in seven 6dB steps from +20dB to +62dB. There is also a 0dB to +10dB trim with 21 scale marks to allow accurate repetition of settings. For bass roll-off there is a very smooth two stage roll-off filter which gives no noticeable coloration to signals above its cut-off frequencies.
The MicAmp’s metering consists of a unique tri-segment LED which Calum Malcolm said gave him the clearest sense of the signal level he’d seen on such a piece of equipment. It also includes an ultra bright overload LED which remains on for a few seconds after overloading or clipping, ensuring that if an overload has occurred it doesn’t get missed by the engineer.
Why buy the MicAmp
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