The Golden Age Project PREQ-73 PREMIER is a single-channel microphone preamplifier and equalizer designed to deliver the character of a vintage 1073-style preamp/EQ, for vocalists, musicians, and recording engineers in home, project, and commercial studios. Loaded with Carnhill transformers, polystyrene and tantalum capacitors, and soldered connections, it offers musical tone and up to 80 dB of gain. Tonal customization is easy thanks to an array of front-panel controls.

Route a mic-, line-, or instrument-level signal via the XLR-1/4" TRS combo jack or 1/4" TS Hi-Z input. Tailor the sonic traits to your preference using the inductor-based midrange EQ, high- and low-frequency shelving bands, and switchable input impedance. You can achieve saturation by lowering the output level control while increasing the input gain and checking the 4-segment LED output level meter, which indicates levels at -10 dBu, +4 dBu, +14 dBu, and clipping. Balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS output jacks are available on the rear panel.

Phantom power and polarity are switchable via dedicated controls. The PREQ-73 PREMIER is powered by the included 24V power adapter.

Mic, Instrument & Line Inputs    Up to 80 dB of 1073-Style Gain    Discrete Signal Path with No ICs    High- and Low-Frequency Shelving EQ    Inductor-Based Midrange EQ    Carnhill Input and Output Transformers    Switchable Input Impedance    Phantom Power and Switchable Polarity    XLR and 1/4" Outputs    4-Segment LED Output Level Meter

Vintage 1073-style electronics with no integrated circuits in the signal path

Maximum gain in mic mode is 80 dB, enough to handle passive ribbon mics with quiet sound sources

Stepped input gain switch allows 20 to 80 dB of gain in mic mode or -10 to +20 dB in line mode

Dedicated switch for engaging/disengaging the 3-band EQ section

Low-frequency shelving EQ with ±15 dB of gain at 55 Hz or 220 Hz

Inductor-based midrange EQ with ±15 dB of gain at 350 Hz (switchable to 700 Hz via internal jumper), 1.6 kHz, or 3.2 kHz

High-frequency shelving EQ with ±20 dB of gain at 10 kHz or 16 kHz

Output level control allows tonal saturation by overdriving the output stage and transformer without producing damaging output levels

Switchable mic input impedance allows impedance matching or tone alteration for most mics

Selectable 600-Ohm output termination

Rear-panel XLR-1/4" TRS combo input for a mic- or line-level source

Front-panel 1/4" TS Hi-Z input for direct connection of a sound module, electric guitar or bass, or keyboard

Classic-style knobs and buttons

All connections except gain-switch connections are soldered for signal purity and long-term stability

UK–made Carnhill input and line output transformers

Polystyrene capacitors in the amplifier circuits

Tantalum capacitors in the signal path

Sturdy toggle switches with gold-plated contacts

External power supply to avoid interaction with the audio circuits and transformers

Rack-mountable via optional UNITE PREMIER rack kit

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. If I wanted to use Tmax developer, what is the timing?

A: Film Photography Project does not recommend Tmax developer for this film. Instead they recommend these 3: FPP D96 68° Fahrenheit 7 minutes Kodak D76 68° Fahrenheit 6 minutes. Kodak Xtol (1+1) 14:00 minutes @ 68 Fahrenheit.

Q: 2. Looking for a way to have speakers plugged into my laptop...but not directly connected. Blue tooth speakers are out for power reason. So want to connect between laptop and receiver. Is this what this does?

A: Yes, you can either connect to the WXC-50 with Bluetooth or wifi (on same network) from the laptop and then output to your receiver using output jacks (RCA type) or optical link. The WXC-50 also enables you to access many streaming music / internet radio sources directly.

Q: 3. Is it compatible with Sony FDR-AX100E?

A: thank you for your question. This XLR muti interface shoe adapter will work with the FDR-AX100E to allow 2 high quality xlr inputs for better audio recording.

Q: 4. Can this monobath be used to develope Kentmere Pan 400?

A: Film Photography Project Super Monobath One-Step BW Developer (1 Liter) has not been tested with Kentmere Pan 400. The manufacture recommends in Kentmere the100, not 400.

Q: 5. Would I be able to clamp the Rode NTG5 into the holder on the k3m?

A: Yes but you will need to add spacers to make the diameter of the mic larger. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/341475-REG/Sanken_ROCS_ROCS_Rubber_O_Rings_f_CS_1.html?sts=pi&pim=Y

Q: 6. Undeveloped Yeti is distinctly yellow in color. Other undeveloped BW films have a green or blue tine. What accounts for the various colors? With Yeti specifically and BW in general? Is it the anti-halation backing or the emulsion?

A: The distinctly yellow color of undeveloped Film Photography Project Yeti B&W Negative Film is due in part to its emulsion and it being a orthochromatic film. Other B&W films may have a green or blue tone when undeveloped as they would be panochromatic.

Q: 7. Can you record 3 or 4 channels in camera with all the 3 inputs plugged?

A: Yes on cameras equipped with Digital Multi Interface Shoe: :Compatibility Digital Audio: Sony Cameras Equipped with Digital Multi Interface Shoe Analog Audio: Sony Cameras Equipped with Either Multi Interface Shoe or Digital Multi Interface Shoe On cameras with only 2 channels it will be "mixed " The XLR-K3M features two XLR-1/4" combo mic/line inputs with 48V phantom power, and a 3.5mm stereo input with plug-in power, all with individual level controls. Intuitive controls make the adapter easy to use right out of the box. An ECM-XM1 shotgun is included so you can immediately start recording your YouTube videos, Facebook Live streams, and interviews, at home, in the studio, or on the go.

Q: 8. How do I delete files from memory card in SJcam 4000?

A: you can also put in card reader usb stick and plug in computer and delete them

Q: 9. is this lens hood compatible with the nikon Af-S 300mm f/4D IF-ED? ( BH #NI3004DAFS )

A: No, the Nikon HB-73 Bayonet Lens Hood for AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR is not compatible with the nikon Af-S 300mm f/4D IF-ED lens. The one made for it is not available but these will screw in and work, https://bhpho.to/3DUM7g5.

Q: 10. Height

A: The Sony XLR-K3M Dual-Channel Digital XLR Audio Adapter Kit with Shotgun Microphone measures 4.25 inches in height.