Fredenstein MicPre SE Overview

Presented as the first entry in their Value Line of 500-series compatible products, the Artistic MicPre SE from Fredenstein is a versatile yet affordable mic preamp with a fully discrete gain stage and DI input, delivering top-of-the-line performance. With a wide gain control range of 20 to 65 dB, a -20 dB attenuation pad, and a 120 Hz high-pass filter, you have everything you need to capture the hottest signals and get clean, punchy recordings every time.

The onboard high-impedance 1/4" instrument DI jack makes it easier to track keyboards, synths, drum machines, and even guitar pickups for DAW processing or reamping applications. Further utilities that enhance the versatility of the MicPre SE include a switchable 48V phantom power function and a polarity inversion feature. The eight-LED peak meter gives you a wide 50 dB range for precise reading of your input signals, ensuring you never record clipped takes.

In the Box

Fredenstein Artistic MicPre SE 500-Series Microphone Preamp
Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty

User Manual

0.4 MB

Fredenstein MicPre SE Specs

Number of Channels	Single Channel
Inputs	1 x 1/4" TS Instrument Input
Output	500-Series Proprietary
Phantom Power	48V Phantom Power (Switchable)
Gain Range	Control: 20 to 65 dB Meter: -30 to 20 dB
Maximum Input Level	Main: 24 dBu (Pad Activated) DI: 18 dBu (Balanced or Unabalanced)
Maximum Output Level	26 dBu
Frequency Response	20 Hz to 20 kHz (±1 dB)
Noise	<-127 dB
Distortion	<0.02% (at +4 dBu Output Level)
Input Impedance	Main: 1.5 Kilohms DI: 2 Megohms
Output Impedance	600 Ohms
Specialties	-20 dB Attenuation Pad Polarity Inversion 120 Hz High-Pass Filter

Packaging Info

Package Weight	0.81 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	8 x 6.8 x 1.2"

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Fredenstein Artistic MicPre SE 500-Series Microphone Preamp