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Thomann FetAmp

83 ratings

Microphone Preamplifier

Extremely low-noise Class A JFet amplifier
For dynamic and ribbon microphones
2 Matched JFet transistor pairs
Input: Balanced 3-pin XLR female
Output: Balanced 3-pol. XLR male
Input impedance: 20 kOhm
Gain: 28 dB (@ 3 kOhm source impedance)
Frequency response: 10 - 50,000 Hz (+/- 1 dB)
Requires phantom power: 24 - 48 V.
Dimensions (L x W): 77 x 22 mm
Weight: 35 g
Developed and produced in Germany

Note: Does not allow phantom power to pass through to the microphone

Further Information

Channels	1
Number of microphone inputs	1
Instrument input	No
Tubes	No
Compressor/Limiter	No
Equalizer	No
De-Esser	No
Phantom power	No
Phase Reverse	No
External effect loops	No
Analogue Outputs	XLR
Digitale Outputs	0
Headphone connection	No
Level Meter	No

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4.6 /5

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Simple and elegant solution to adding gain

Audio geek, 09.05.2021

These FetAmps were bundled with the new SM7B microphones we purchased for a studio rebuild. They do exactly what they say on the tin and give the 7B a much needed boost. For some reason though when used with our Alice Series A desk we get a very low level buzz induced to the signal chain and this affects all three FetAmps and channels in any combination. If I try them all on another mixer (D&R Airmate) the buzz disappears altogether and the gain improvement is crystal clear so I can only attribute the issue to the Alice desk itself. Luckily the Alice has a good 60dB of adjustable gain and these channel are superbly quiet so we weren't in trouble. I still need to experiment further with another Alice Series A in the second studio and probably just need to add some decoupling to the channel strip to soft this buzzing issue. After all they are classic mixers and need a bit of TLC from time to time!

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Does the job perfectly, needs more recognition

Ronfontu, 25.01.2021

Little disclaimer: I would have gone for the Klark Teknik CT1 if it were in stock but I needed an preamp asap.

This preamp does a good job and needs more recognition imo.
There is not much to say, go for it if you want to save money and avoid overpriced stuff. I used this with the Rode Podmic (I have 2 of each) and it let me put my gain way lower, reducing ambient noise. On the two FetAmps I have bought, one is a little bit loose when plugging it into the mic, that's why I gave it 4 stars. Other than that, I didn't have any problem. I would recommend this item.

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Literally a cheaper version of the Triton.

HCJ , 10.03.2021

As stated in the title, this is basically the exact same piece of kit as the Triton FetAmp. i combine it with both Rode Procasters and Rode Podmics, and the result is a clear, loud, output. No need to place your noisy preamps too high.

I use it for my podcast, and find it has helped me achieve a clear sound, with very little need for post-processing beyond the basics.

The hardware is sturdy and well built, likely to stay together even with a lot of use.

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Nice compliment to my SM7B

Ghost Town Kermit, 17.12.2020

I use this with an SM7B running into a Behringer Xenyx QX2442 and then through Reaper for processing. It helps me get a really nice hot sound but without any hint of "strain". I recommend it highly unless you have some really good preamps. I'm a fan. Only complaint would be that the XLR connections are a tiny bit loose.

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item number	495774
sales unit	1 piece
available since	August 2020

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