{"product_id":"black-lion-auteur-mkiii-401415","title":"Auteur MKIII","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA \"modern-vintage\" preamp designed to fit into any rack\u003c\/h3\u003eWith its 1U half-width format, the Auteur MKIII was designed to provide a serious preamplification section in a compact footprint, whether in a fixed studio, mobile control room, or hybrid home studio setup. Its sonic approach combines a contemporary design foundation focused on precision and stability, with a Cinemag transformer output that adds density, depth, and a very appreciable \"finished sound\" feel right at tracking. The supplied rack ears allow easy integration into a standard 19-inch rack without any modifications.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho the Auteur MKIII is for, and in which applications it makes a difference\u003c\/h3\u003eThis 2-channel preamplifier is aimed at sound engineers, producers, and musicians who want to \u003cstrong\u003ecapture a source cleanly\u003c\/strong\u003e while maintaining \u003cstrong\u003eimmediate musicality\u003c\/strong\u003e, without relying on heavy post-production processing. On \u003cstrong\u003evocals\u003c\/strong\u003e, it helps achieve clear presence and articulation while preserving a pleasant warmth. On a \u003cstrong\u003esnare drum\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eoverheads\u003c\/strong\u003e, its headroom and wide frequency response enhance impact and transients. For \u003cstrong\u003einstrument DI\u003c\/strong\u003e (guitar, bass, synth), the front panel Hi-Z input simplifies the session and ensures a solid signal ready for processing or reamping.\u003cbr \/\u003eThanks to its ample headroom and practical controls (pad and phase inversion), it also integrates very well into chains with external compressors or equalizers, building an effective channel strip. The +48 V phantom power facilitates the use of condenser microphones, while the balanced outputs secure long cable runs to converters, patchbays, or consoles.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features: control, character, and consistently managed signal\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eA two-stage architecture for controlled coloration\u003c\/h4\u003eThe input stage, based on an integrated circuit, aims for \u003cstrong\u003emodern transparency\u003c\/strong\u003e: low noise, fast response, and detail accuracy. At the output, the Cinemag transformer provides natural \u003cstrong\u003ethickness\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ecohesion\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly flattering on acoustic sources, vocals, and electric instruments. This combination allows you to navigate between clarity and warmth without losing definition.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSwitchable front panel inputs: a real time-saver in sessions\u003c\/h4\u003eEach channel features a line input and an instrument (Hi-Z) input on a 6.3 mm jack on the front panel, individually switchable. The result: you can switch from a mic to a DI in seconds without unplugging the rear of the rack. This is a tangible advantage for quick takes, writing sessions, or workflows alternating vocals, guitar, and synths.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch4\u003eEssential controls to secure recordings\u003c\/h4\u003eThe continuous gain from 0 to 62 dB offers a wide operating range, from more demanding dynamic microphones to line sources. The \u003cstrong\u003e-10 dB pad\u003c\/strong\u003e helps handle very strong signals (snare, close amps, percussion) by preventing unwanted input saturation. The \u003cstrong\u003ephase inversion\u003c\/strong\u003e facilitates multi-mic setups and stereo recordings by quickly correcting phase coherence issues. Finally, the \u003cstrong\u003e+48 V phantom power\u003c\/strong\u003e supplies condenser and some active microphones, channel by channel depending on the studio implementation.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAudio performance designed for recording\u003c\/h4\u003eWith a frequency response of 10 to 30,000 Hz, the Auteur MKIII maintains solid low end and lets the highs breathe, resulting in a natural and unrestrictive mix rendering. Its 26 dB headroom allows working with comfortable margin, especially when feeding a converter or analog chain afterward. The THD+N values indicate very low distortion at usual gains, while still allowing a bit more character by pushing the gain stage depending on the source and intent.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of channels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRack unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e2 channels\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003evocals, drums, guitar, etc.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eblend of vintage tone and modern clarity\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput stage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eIC-based for modern transparency\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput stage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eCinemag transformer\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e10 - 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