SPL GainStation 1 Single-Channel Mic & Instrument PreAmp
Description
Today more than ever, your input signal has to sound as good as possible—the quality of your recorded tracks will define the end result.
Attacking this problem on the preamplification front, with the goal of noticeably improving a signal and sending it along its path with a healthy foundation, requires a great deal of thought and engineering effort – like with the GainStation 1.
Its very compact design allows for free placing also outside of a rack (e. g. close to the microphone). Musicians can place the GainStation 1 easily on a rack or amplifier.
Lifeless or dynamically lacking signals are often over-processed with EQ, compression and other effects in an attempt to compensate—often an extremely tedious process in the digital domain that doesn't always produce the desired results. Thus it is most important to ensure the highest recording quality.
To this end, the GainStation 1 employs technologies that not only satisfy test equipment, but also—and most importantly—the user. Components and circuits were carefully chosen and designed on the basis of extensive measurements and listening tests.
Another important goal in designing the GainStation 1 was that the case itself should optimally adapt itself to modern production environments. It was to be as compact as possible, allowing easy transport and ergonomic placement in virtually any situation. A free-standing case which does not need to be rack-mounted has several advantages: not only are the inputs and outputs always easily accessible, but the unit can also easily be placed on top of an amp, outboard rack or even some keyboards, on your desk next to your laptop, or in direct proximity to a microphone to allow for maximum operational comfort and minimum cable lengths.
This cutting-edge technology ensures that signals recorded with the GS1 have more presence and substance and will easily cut through a mix even at lower levels. Extremely low-frequency signals are tight and transparent with clear intonation. Percussive transients are interpreted more precisely, which leads to a clearer rhythmic content and in turn a more solid rhythmic performance and perception.
A bassist using the GainStation 1 as a preamp will immediately notice that he hears and feels what he is playing much better, which leads to improved playing and a better recording. The track will have more punch and dynamics, greatly improved presence and almost palpable detail. In short, the instrument sounds incredibly authentic and alive. Beta-tests with the GainStation 1 showed that all instrumentalists enjoyed playing more and in many cases were truly amazed at what their trusty instrument was capable of.
Key Features:
• Fully discrete, Class-A op-amps with 60V operation voltage
• High amplifier slew rate for cleaner transmission of hi-frequency signal and rapid transients with no clipping
• Mostly DC-coupled signal path
• Optimized signal path for low impedance and maximized shielding
• All resistors are within 0.1% tolerance for improved and consistent performance
What's Included?
• SPL GainStation 1 Single-Channel Mic & Instrument PreAmp with A/D Converter