Fredenstein F676-MICPRE 500 Series 2-Channel Unbalanced to Balanced Converter

The Fredenstein F676 Tube Preamp incorporates a front-panel LCD display and offers 76 dB of gain, a 20 dB pad, highpass filter, polarity reversal, phantom power, DI input, and 99 presets. Utilizing DSP technology to manage tube performance, it delivers a pleasant sonic profile characterized by smooth, lush highs, detailed mids, and lows without harshness. Its compact footprint makes it suitable for desktop setups within easy reach.

Control features include 0 to 76 dB gain adjustments in 1 dB increments, along with standard Phantom Power, Polarity, High Pass Filter, and two impedance settings (1K ohms and 200 ohms). Unique controls include options for Fully Balanced or Single Ended circuitry and injecting DC into the output transformer to enhance vintage characteristics beyond traditional tube/transformer topology.

The F676 facilitates saving and recalling 99 User Presets, displayed graphically on the LCD for peak output level, gain settings, and tube current monitoring during self-calibration, ensuring optimal operation.

Inspired by the renowned German V76 tube microphone amplifier, the Fredenstein F676 pays homage to its sonic legacy, promising to enhance studio environments with its performance and versatility.

Fredenstein F676-MICPRE Includes:

• 1 x Fredenstein F676 Tube Preamp
• 1 x IEC Power Cord
• 1 x Operating Manual
• 1 Year Warranty

Fredenstein F676-MICPRE Features:

• Homage to the legendary Telefunken V76 mic preamp
• High-quality input and output transformers deliver the best sonic imprint
• Modern DSP technology provides performance beyond the basic tube/transformer topology
• Front panel LCD screen displays peak output level, gain settings, and more
• 99 User presets for easy repeatability
• Experience warm, natural sound through zero-negative-feedback design
• Features 76dB of gain, a 20dB pad, highpass filter, polarity reversal, phantom power, and DI
• Self-calibrates for easy maintenance
• 100% analog signal path

Fredenstein F676-MICPRE Specifications:

• Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20Khz +- 0.5dB
• Distortion: < 0.1% (Push-Pull Mode no DC Bias)
• Input Noise: -128dB at +30 dB Gain
• Gain Range: 0 dB to +76 dB without Pad, +20 db to + 56db with Pad
• Input Impedance: 200 or 1000 Ohm User Selectable, 470 K Ohms for the DI Input
• Maximum Output Voltage: +30 dBu
• Mains Voltage: 110V to 120V in the 115V Range or 220V to 240V in the 230V Range (User Selectable)
• Power Consumption: < 50W
• Dimension (L x H x D): 242mm x 95mm x 270mm