Preamps / Channel Strips

This 1972 dual‑channel mic, line and instrument preamplifier puts two identical channels of what appear to be the same preamp design as in the 1977 into a 2U 19‑inch rackmount case.

Universal Audio’s vast plug‑in range majors on licensed emulations of hardware products. Many of these represent...

With bold looks, original designs and affordable pricing, Teknosign’s preamp, EQ and compressor offer an intriguing alternative to better‑known names.

These classy preamps combine exemplary technical performance with some unusual stompbox‑friendly features.

SSL’s PureDrive preamps bring the sound of their Origin console to a new audience.

Drawmer have been offering no‑nonsense professional audio gear since the early ’80s, but their current range of processors offers more possibilities than ever.

Neve’s latest 1073 variant bridges the gap between microphone and computer.

With a Transient Designer, a de‑esser and an unusually versatile input section, there’s more to SPL’s recording channel than most.

With separate control over mic and line/instrument inputs, as well as variable high‑ and low‑pass filters, Trident’s 80B‑Pre is more versatile than most 500‑series preamps.

Gainlab’s channel strip delivers high‑quality valvetube preamplification and optical compression, along with some interesting tone‑shaping options.

Designed to get the very best out of passive ribbon mics, AEA’s preamps offer way more gain than most. But they’re not just for ribbons...

This compact, versatile channel strip boasts SD card recording, USB audio interfacing and mix‑minus phone integration.