Classic Mic Pre Performance at a Project Studio Price The classic “73” wrote the book on characterful mic preamplification, so in designing the Pre-73 mic pre, Golden Age Project aimed high. It's astonishing how well they succeeded. Now in its fourth generation, the Golden Age Project Pre-73 MKIV further raises the bar for affordable British-flavored electronics, delivering the sonic essence of iconic British consoles in a compact form factor. The Pre-73 MKIV is a versatile single-channel mic/line/instrument preamp with 80dB of gain that lets you easily mic quiet sources with passive ribbons. Cranking the main gain stage imbues your tracks with tasty vintage-style coloration. Also onboard: phantom power, a broad gain-range DI, flexible I/O, switchable impedance, a highpass filter, and the acclaimed AIR EQ circuit, all in a robust half-rack chassis. If you're in the market for a preamp that delivers a sweet, warm, punchy, and highly musical sound without