Avedis Audio MA5
MPN #MA5
500 series Class A mic pre, stepped gain to 71.2 dB, in-house transformers, 28kHz boost, low noise, high headroom, smooth highs, full low-end response
The MA5 was designed to capture the unmistakable tone and character of early ?70s British Class-A consoles, while incorporating modern reliability and precision. Drawing on years of expertise restoring vintage British and American modules, Avedis Audio engineered the MA5 around transformer-balanced, all-discrete Class-A circuitry, carefully selecting only the most musical and robust components. The result is a preamp that delivers full-bodied lows extending below 10 Hz, clear and defined mids, and smooth, open highs - all without the muddiness or smear that can plague lesser designs.
A standout feature of the MA5 is the 28k button, a carefully tuned high-frequency corrective boost that restores detail often lost to cable capacitance or excessive processing, adding air and brilliance with a subtle +6 dB peak at 28 kHz. With stepped gain control in 5 dB increments, an output trim for precise level matching, and rugged in-house"built input and output transformers, the MA5 is both versatile and unmistakably musical. After more than 18 years in continuous production, it has become a trusted choice in studios worldwide - from home setups to major facilities - valued for its reliability, headroom, and classic sonic signature that stands the test of time.
Features
Standard 500 series modular size 1.5" x 5.25"Single-ended Class A amplifierUK made Carnhill/St Ives input transformerCustom designed Jensen output transformerStepped gain rotary switch in 5dB stepsOutput level pot for trim and muteLED lit pushbuttons28kHz feature brings out high frequency detailCustom made Marconi style knobs: Red gain knobHigh headroom & CMR, Low noise design
Specifications
General Specifications
Frequency Response: <10Hz to -3dB at 67kHzInput Impedance: 1250 ohmsOutput Impedance: <75 ohms, bias variableCommon Mode Rejection Ratio: >100dB min @ 60HzMaximum Output Level: +32.2 dBu @ 100K, +27 dBu @ 600 bias variablePower Requirements: ±16 vdc @ 75mA per railGain Voltage: 0 to 33.4 VoltsGain dB: 0 to 71.2 dBEquivalent Input Noise: 110 dBu; Unweighted 300kHz bandwidthWeight: 2.7 lbs / 1.13kg
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5.0
Dave Gagné
Québec, QC
April 19, 2018
Pristine preamp
I was on the look-out for a great, musically warm preamp to complete the rather 'cleaner sounding' selection of preamps I have. Many online reviews were pointing to this preamp as being of really high quality (it seems the whole Avedis line of product fits that category).
Read moreReviews didn't disappoint. This turns out to be a really great preamp. Warmth is amazing and the 28K switch just kicks some of those sources forward in a hi-fi, yet still really musical way.
Beware though, you might be tempted to get a pair of them!
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5.0
Thomas Bodenchuk
British Columbia
May 25, 2015
LOVE THIS
Perfect for nice smooth vocals. Does the Neve thing in a Modern kind of way. Thickens up the Low end and adds some nice neve flavour in the top end.
Tracked Vocals, Acoustics and drums through it. All with great results. The 28K air band lets acoustic and snares sparkle.
Read moreAll round great Mic pre.
Was my first Mic pre when I bought it and is still my go to for vocals.
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