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Avalon M5

Avalon microphone preamplifiers have been in use around the world since 1986. All preamplifiers share the combined technologies of low ratio transformer balanced inputs coupled with high-voltage cascade FET twin bipolar discrete class A amplifiers.

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M5

$2,018.18

Easily one of the world's finest-sounding and respected preamps, the M5 belongs in the studio of every audio professional. The M5 is a low-noise mic preamp with DI instrument input. It's also a sterling example of Avalon's first-class design specifications-100% discrete, high-bias, pure Class A studio amp; minimal signal path designs; huge headroom; fantastic dynamic transient capability.

Features:

  • 100% discrete, pure Class A mode 
  • Transformer coupled inputs 
  • Musically balanced harmonic detail 
  • Low noise, high headroom +30dB 
  • Variable highpass filter on M5 
  • B&K 130v optional card on M5 
  • Accurate 2dB stepped gain control 
  • High impedance DI instrument input