The Midas 501 500 Series Microphone Preamp is a powerhouse addition to any studio setup, delivering the legendary Midas sound in a compact, modular format. Known for their warm and organic quality, Midas preamps are a staple among professional engineers for capturing crystal-clear recordings. The Midas 501 brings this esteemed sound to you, featuring premium components that ensure transparency with a touch of harmonic richness for versatile recording applications.

This preamp doesn't just sound good—it's built for precision and flexibility. With dual balanced outputs, the Midas 501 allows for creative routing and parallel processing, making it a versatile tool in any studio. The dual 31-segment rotary LED meters offer precise input and output monitoring, ensuring you have complete control over your signal at all times. Additionally, the 12-position stepped gain control and variable output trim give you the precision needed for fine-tuning your sound.

Whether you're working with low-output microphones or high-level signals, the Midas 501 adapts effortlessly, thanks to its impressive gain range and switchable input options. The warm switch adds analog texture to your signal, while separate DI input offers seamless switching between mic and instrument levels. Designed with both modern and vintage sound palettes in mind, the Midas 501 is a versatile addition to any 500 series rig.

Key Features:

• Award-winning Midas preamp with ultra-low-noise discrete input transistors
• Dual balanced outputs for creative routing and flexibility
• 12-position stepped gain control with 60dB range
• Dual 31-segment rotary LED meters for precise input/output monitoring
• Switchable electronic or discrete transistor-driven, transformer-balanced output
• Warm switch for adding analog texture
• Highpass and lowpass filters with independent actuation
• Switchable DI input for instrument-level signals
• +48V phantom power and polarity reverse options
• Premium-quality components for an audiophile-grade signal path

Product specs

FAQs

What type of preamp is the Midas 501 500 Series?

The Midas 501 is a high-performance microphone/line/DI preamplifier designed as a 500 Series module, offering outstanding signal integrity with its analog, solid-state electronics.

How does the "Warm" feature enhance the Midas 501 preamp's sound?

The "Warm" feature reconfigures the input stage with a premium input transformer, providing a richer, more vintage sound character by adding warmth to your audio signal.

Can the Midas 501 preamp be used for both microphone and line-level inputs?

Yes, the Midas 501 preamp is designed to handle both microphone and line-level inputs, offering exceptional sonic flexibility for various recording applications.

What is the benefit of the Midas 501's separate discrete transformer and electronically balanced outputs?

The separate discrete transformer and electronically balanced outputs allow the Midas 501 to function as a splitter, providing versatility in routing and signal distribution.

Does the Midas 501 preamp offer low-noise performance?

Yes, the Midas 501 preamp features low-noise octal discrete input transistors, ensuring high-quality audio with exceptional dynamic control and minimal noise interference.