Phoenix Audio DRS-1R 500-Series Preamp

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The Phoenix Audio DRS-1R 500-Series Microphone Preamp is a 500-Series version of the Phoenix Audio DRS-1 and makes no compromises sonically, or in terms of features compared to its rackmount brother.

The Phoenix Audio DRS-1R 500-Series Microphone Preamp uses on-board electronics to boost the +/- 16V rail of the 500 series to +24V to properly power the unit. This preamp features 70 dB of gain, a high-pass filter, and a DI input. The Phoenix DRS Mic Preamp/DIs take a modern approach to Class-A circuit design that delivers a wide range of tones without sacrificing the beloved vibe of true Class-A design. The unique DRS circuit can go from ultra-clean sounds suitable for audiophile recordings all the way to the warm, saturated tones reminiscent of the UK's most heralded vintage designs. Versatility and superior sound have made the DRS Preamp/DI a top-tier choice for engineers around the world and a modern day classic.

Phoenix Audio DRS-1R 500-Series Microphone Preamp Features

  • Phoenix Audio's unique Class A, transformerless, true-balanced mic input stage
  • Phoenix Audio's transformer-balanced DSOP-2 Class-A discrete output stage with custom wound DB694 output transformer
  • Wired with PTFE silver plated military grade cable
  • -30dB input pad 
  • High Pass Filter: -6dB per octave @ 120Hz
  • LED Gain Metering
  • Push buttons: Hi-Pass, 48v, Phase Reverse, Switchable 48V phantom power on push-button switch
  • High Pass Filter on Push-button Switch (Roll-off -6dB per octave @ 120Hz)
  • Phase Reverse on Push-Button Switch
  • Mic Pre Gain Range: -30 to -70 in 5dB steps With 10dB more available on the ouput fader.
  • Output = +26dBu @ 1kHz, Noise = -90dB @ 20Hz to 20kHz.
  • Frequency Response Mic Input Stage: -0.4dB @ 40Hz, -0.3dB @ 25kHz
  • Frequency response Class A (DSOP-2) output stage: 20Hz to 20kHz +- 0.5dB, Maximum
  • 24v built PSU so you can feel the sound of the 'true' unit and not be limited by the limitions of running at 16v which is the standard Lunchbox voltage.

Phoenix Audio DRS-1R 500-Series Microphone Preamp Specifications

  • Class A (DSOP2) Output specs. Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz +- 0.5dB, Maximum Output = +26dBu @ 1kHz, Noise = -90dB @ 20Hz to 20kHz.
  • Output connections: XLR’s on rear panel of API rack
  • Phoenix Audio’s unique Class A, transformerless, True balanced Mic input stage.
  • 10K mic impedance for high quality performance with all mic particualry ribbons mics & dynamic mics
  • Custom wound Phoenix output transformer.
  • Microphone input: XLR’s  Rear Panels of API rack
  • Gain Range (Mic input): -30 to -70 in 5dB steps With 10dB more available on the output fader.
  • Gain reduction: -30dB push-button Mic/Line switch (Mic input)
  • High Input Impedance DI: Mono 1/4″ Jack on front panel
  • Gain Meter: LED Metering. (Green = -2dbu, +4dbu & 0dBu, Yellow = +13dbu Red= +16dBu)
  • Phantom Power: Switchable phantom on Push-button Switch
  • High Pass Filter: on Push-button Switch, 120hz 6db per octave
  • Phase Reverse: on Push-button Switch
  • Mute : on Push-button Switch
  • Frequency Response Mic Input Stage: -0.4dB @ 40Hz, -0.3dB @ 25kHz
  • Frequency Response: DI Input Stage: -0.3dB @ 40Hz, – 0.5dB @ 25kHz
  • Typical Headroom: +26dB on Mic-Pre stage
  • DI Stage gain: Maximum of 30dB
  • 24v built PSU

Phoenix Audio DRS-1R 500-Series Microphone Preamp Includes

  • DRS-1R 500-Series Microphone Preamp
  • Manufacturer Warranty

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  • 5
    love it
    Troy King

    it is my go too for vocals it adds a layer of depth and it can go from clean to flavored easily.