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Description
Discover the essence of sonic character with the A Designs EM-Gold, a standout in the realm of preamps. Bridging the gap between warmth and clarity, this piece combines the best of its brethren to offer a sound that's as golden as its name suggests. With a focus on transformative audio experiences, the EM-Gold enriches recordings with a depth that's both nuanced and profoundly satisfying. Whether you're laying down tracks in the studio or crafting your next masterpiece at home, this preamp brings a touch of magic to every note. Ideal for musicians and producers seeking a blend of classic warmth and modern fidelity, the EM-Gold is your gateway to audio excellence.
Key Features:
- Transformative combination of steel and nickel/steel transformers for a unique sonic profile
- Robust front panel controls including input gain, +48V phantom power, and a -20dB pad
- Convenient polarity reversal feature and 1/4" instrument input
- Tailored for a “darker” sound with a more rolled-off high frequency response
- Part of the esteemed A-Designs Audio 500 Series, ensuring compatibility and versatility
Product specs
| Brand | A-Designs Audio |
| Model | EM-Gold 500 Series Mic Preamp Module |
| Finish | Gold |
| Year | 2010s |
| Categories | 500 Series Modules and Frames, Microphone Preamps |
FAQs
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What type of sound characteristics can I expect from the A Designs EM-Gold preamp?
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The A Designs EM-Gold preamp is known for its warm and smooth sound, often described as having a vintage character with rich mid-range and smooth highs, making it ideal for vocals and acoustic instruments.
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Is the A Designs EM-Gold suitable for recording vocals?
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Yes, the A Designs EM-Gold is highly suitable for recording vocals due to its warm tonal quality and ability to add character and depth to vocal tracks.
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What is the primary use case for the A Designs EM-Gold preamp module?
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The A Designs EM-Gold is primarily used in studio settings for enhancing the quality of microphone signals, providing a warm and vintage tone that is particularly favorable for vocals and acoustic instruments.
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How does the A Designs EM-Gold integrate into a 500 Series rack?
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The A Designs EM-Gold is designed to fit seamlessly into any standard 500 Series rack, allowing for easy integration into existing studio setups without additional modifications.
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Does the A Designs EM-Gold preamp require an external power supply?
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No, the A Designs EM-Gold preamp does not require an external power supply as it draws power from the 500 Series rack it is installed in.
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Used on guitar for the Take Me to Church EP, as stated by mix engineer Rob Kirwan in this March 2015 Sound on Sound interview (who refers to it as "a 'lunchbox' Neve 1073 copy"). It can be seen in this photo of Kirwan's production setup and is listed on Kirwan's official list of studio equipment.
“Guitars I generally record using an SM57 and a Sontronics Delta. The former will go through a ‘lunchbox’ Neve 1073 copy, and the latter through an API 3124+. I’ll compress that with the ADL 100 and an LA2A. The Delta is a ribbon mic, and I use it a lot. I like Sontronics’ ribbon microphones. They give you that ribbon sound, but the problem with a lot of traditional ribbon mics is that the gain is so low that you end up bringing up a lot of noise to get them to speak. I don’t think it is worth it, whereas the Sontronics microphones require phantom power to start off with, which is pretty wild, and they are loud. They really complement the 57. The Delta mic gives the guitar lovely warmth and big bottom end, and the 57 picks up the edgy stuff in the middle. I use those two microphones on pretty much every guitar amplifier that I record."
Album Usage
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