{"product_id":"black-lion-audio-auteur-mkii-500-500-series-mic-preamp","title":"Black Lion Audio Auteur MKII 500 500 Series Mic Preamp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Lion Audio Auteur MKII 500 500 Series Mic Preamp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Lion Audio Auteur MKII 500 is a single-channel microphone and instrument preamp that brings the Auteur circuit design to the compact 500 Series format. Designed to combine fast transient response and detailed capture with transformer-based output coloration, it provides a versatile front end for vocals, drums, guitars, bass, and a wide range of acoustic and electronic sources.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts ultra-fast input stage is designed to preserve detail and transient information, while an Edcor output transformer adds weight and tonal character as the signal leaves the preamp. The Gain control provides a wide range, giving the Auteur MKII 500 enough amplification for a broad selection of microphone types and recording applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA front-panel Hi-Z input allows electric guitar, bass, keyboards, and other instrument-level sources to be connected directly to the module. The high input impedance helps preserve the character and high-frequency content of passive instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential studio controls include +48V phantom power for condenser microphones, polarity inversion, and an input pad for handling higher-level sources.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs gain is increased, the Auteur design moves from a relatively clean and fast response toward a more pronounced transformer character, allowing the preamp to cover both transparent recording duties and more colored sounds within a single 500 Series module.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle-channel 500 Series microphone preamp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMic and Hi-Z instrument capability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUltra-fast input stage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdcor output transformer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWide microphone gain range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront-panel Hi-Z instrument input\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e+48V phantom power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolarity inversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInput pad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh input impedance for passive instruments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh headroom output stage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWide frequency response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for vocals, drums, guitars, bass, and instruments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires compatible 500 Series chassis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Black Lion Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67611371241661,"sku":"1065834","price":299.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/4175\/9421\/files\/1444819519_IMG_540608.jpg?v=1790791268","url":"https:\/\/fr.moogaudio.com\/products\/black-lion-audio-auteur-mkii-500-500-series-mic-preamp","provider":"Moog Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}