The silver Avalon V55 Pure Class A Dual/Mono Microphone Preamplifier is a two-channel ultrahigh-performance preamplifier, instrument DI, and all-input re-amp.
Each element of the Avalon V55 is specifically catered to the source. Each channel has separate XLR mic, XLR line, TRS line, and 1/4` Hi-Z inputs for optimal impedance loading. The switchable input pad features variable attenuation, depending on the input that is being used.
Rather than providing just the bare minimum of a low-cut filter, Avalon has included a selectable TONE-BANK of 10 input EQ curves. Additionally, to combat high-frequency noise from instrument pickups, a separate high-cut filter of -3 dB at 3.7 kHz can be engaged.
The versatility continues all the way to the output section, featuring balanced XLR and TRS outputs and reamp/thru outputs. To take it one step further, Avalon has included a 1/4` headphone jack allowing you to record and perfect DI guitar or bass tracks silently, and reamp them later, concentrating only on your tone.
The Avalon V55 starts as a boutique microphone preamplifier, but that`s really just the beginning of what it can do. It has the versatility and feature set to serve as dual-mono analog front-end for any audio source.
Versatility and Connectivity
Each channel has dedicated inputs and outputs for any kind of analog source material. Polarity switches are also included.
Source-Specific Features
The Avalon V55`s operation adapts to optimally handle each type of input.
10-Setting TONE-BANK
Choose from 10 different input EQ curves to keep the signal you need and eliminate what you don`t.
Reamp Capability
Reamping has quickly become a standard practice in electric guitar and bass recording. The V55 is one of the few high-end audio preamplifiers to offer it onboard.
Avalon Design V55 Specs
Input
| Inputs | 2 x XLR Balanced Mic Inputs 2 x XLR Balanced Line Inputs 2 x TRS 1/4" / 6.35 mm Balanced Line Inputs 2 x 1/4" / 6.35 mm Unbalanced Instrument Inputs |
| Input Impedance | Mic: 6.6 Kilohms or 1.8 Kilohms Switchable Line: 9 Kilohms Hi-Z: 10 Megohms |
| Gain Range | Gain Switched in 2 dB Steps, ±0.2 dB Mic Hi-Z: +20 to +60 dB Mic Low-Z: +26 to +66 dB Line: -2 to +38 dB Instrument: +2 to +42 dB, (Maximum Input: 36 dB) |
| Input Pad Switch | Mic: -15 dB Line: -13 dB Instrument: -10 dB |
| Phantom Power | +48V Regulated, 10 mA |
Output
| Outputs | 1 x XLR Balanced Output 1 x TRS 1/4" / 6.35 mm Balanced Output 1 x Impedance Buffered Instrument 1/4"/ 6.35 mm Thru Output 1 x Unbalanced 1/4" / 6.35 mm Reamp Output |
| Headphone Output | 1 x 1/4" / 6.35 mm, 0.5 W, 600 Ohms, TRS |
| Output Impedance | 600 Ohms |
| Maximum Output Level | Line: +30 dBu, DC Coupled, Balanced Isolated Output Level: +12 dBu (Unbalanced) |
| Polarity | Switchable Reverse, All Outputs in Relay |
Performance
| VU Meter | Professional, Moving Coil, Wide Range: -33 to +18 dB |
| LED Indicator | LED Peak Capture: Blue: 0 dB Red: +20 dB |
| Frequency Response | Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 20 kHz (+/- 0.5 dB) Frequency Response (Internal Band Limited): 2 Hz to 500 kHz (-3 dB) |
| High Cut Filter | Minimum Phase Design: 3.7 kHz at -3 dB |
| Noise | Noise (20 kHz, Unweighted): -98 dBu Typical, Minimum Gain Noise (EIN, 22 Hz to 22 kHz): -128 dB at 40 dB Gain (Low-Z Microphone Output) |
| THD | Distortion (THD, IMD): 0.05% at +10 dB, 0.5% at +30 dBu |
General
| Lift | Earth Lift Switch Isolates Chassis Ground from Audio Signal Ground |
| AC Power | Internal Toroidal AC Supply: Dual Voltage, 115 to 230 VAC Selectable 50/60 Hz, 35 W Max per Channel |
| Dimensions | 19.0 x 3.5 x 12.0" / 48.3 x 8.9 x 30.5 cm |
| Weight | 24 lb / 10.9 kg |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 24.645 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 22.9 x 18.5 x 8.4" |
In the Box
- Avalon Design V55 Pure Class-A Dual-Mono Microphone Preamplifier with DI and Reamping (Silver)
- 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
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