Preamps / Channel Strips

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Focusrite's new preamp offers variable input impedance and an optional multi-channel A-D converter board.

The Platinum Voicemaster Pro updates the original Voicemaster concept, adding new features as well as design improvements.

Focusrite's Platinum series expands further with an unusually affordable eight-channel mic preamp boasting dynamics on every channel.

The ISA220 offers the circuitry of the renowned ISA430 in a much more affordable package.

Focusrite expand their affordable Platinum range with a channel strip, featuring an optical compressor and EQ that can be optimised for vocal or instrument usage.

Focusrite's latest product is an updated version of one of their '80s classics. Is it even better the second time around?

It's a Focusrite, Jim, but not as we know it! Is it possible to deliver Focusrite quality at such an aggressively low price?

Some mic preamps are used for the audible effect they produce on recordings, while others are chosen simply to amplify your mic signals as cleanly as possible. Paul White checks out at the third unit in Focusrite's affordable Green range, and finds a quality mic amplifier that falls into the latter category...