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A-Designs EM Silver - 500 Series Transformer Microphone Preamp<\/h2>\n

The A-Designs EM Silver<\/strong> is a 500 Series transformer-based microphone preamp<\/strong> that delivers thick, vintage-style tone with extended low-end and smooth top-end character.
\nDesigned with a steel output transformer<\/strong> and custom-wound input transformer, the EM Silver is voiced for a warm, muscular sound reminiscent of classic American consoles - perfect for drums, bass, guitars, and vintage-style vocals.
\nHandcrafted in the USA, it captures the unmistakable punch and harmonic texture<\/strong> that have made A-Designs\u2019 \u201cEM Series\u201d preamps a studio favourite worldwide.<\/p>\n

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Key Features<\/h3>\n
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  • 500 Series microphone preamp<\/strong> with a rich, vintage-inspired tonal character.<\/li>\n
  • Custom-wound input and steel output transformers<\/strong> provide classic analogue colouration.<\/li>\n
  • 70 dB of gain<\/strong> for use with dynamic, condenser, and ribbon microphones.<\/li>\n
  • Instrument (Hi-Z) input<\/strong> for DI recording of bass, guitar, and keyboards.<\/li>\n
  • 48V phantom power<\/strong> for condenser mic compatibility.<\/li>\n
  • Phase reverse switch<\/strong> for quick polarity correction.<\/li>\n
  • Pad switch (-20 dB)<\/strong> for high-output sources and maximum flexibility.<\/li>\n
  • Warm, rounded tone<\/strong> ideal for electric guitars, kick drum, bass amp, and male vocals.<\/li>\n
  • Part of the A-Designs \u201cColour Preamp\u201d series<\/strong> - interchangeable tonal flavours for any session.<\/li>\n
  • Hand-built in the USA using premium-grade components and Cinemag transformers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Applications<\/h3>\n
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    • Guitar Amps:<\/strong> Adds punch and harmonic drive with rich transformer colouration.<\/li>\n
    • Bass DI:<\/strong> Produces full-bodied tone with depth and analogue saturation.<\/li>\n
    • Drums:<\/strong> Perfect for kick or toms with powerful low-end and rounded transients.<\/li>\n
    • Vocals:<\/strong> Adds thickness and vintage presence to aggressive or soulful voices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Technical Specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      Unit Type<\/th>\n500 Series Microphone\/Instrument Preamp<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Circuit Type<\/th>\nDiscrete Class A with transformer-balanced I\/O<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Gain Range<\/th>\nUp to +70 dB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Input Impedance<\/th>\n2 k\u03a9 (Mic), 1 M\u03a9 (Instrument)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Output Transformer<\/th>\nCustom steel-core transformer for enhanced low-end response<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Frequency Response<\/th>\n10 Hz - 60 kHz \u00b11 dB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      THD + N<\/th>\n< 0.05% @ +20 dBu<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Controls<\/th>\nGain, 48V, Pad, Phase Reverse, Hi-Z Input<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Power Requirement<\/th>\nStandard 500 Series rack \u00b116V DC<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Format<\/th>\nSingle-slot 500 Series module<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Origin<\/th>\nHand-built in the USA by A-Designs Audio<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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      Why Choose the A-Designs EM Silver?<\/h3>\n

      The A-Designs EM Silver<\/strong> is the perfect choice for engineers seeking vintage warmth and transformer saturation<\/strong> in a compact 500 Series format.
      \nIts distinctive tonal character - bold low end, smooth mids, and musical top - makes it ideal for drums, bass, guitars, and thick lead vocals<\/strong>.
      \nAs part of A-Designs\u2019 acclaimed EM Series, it integrates seamlessly with other modules (such as the EM-Red or EM-Gold) to build a versatile palette of tonal flavours for any studio workflow.<\/p>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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