Grace Design M801 MK2

Name: M801 MK2
Brand: Grace Design
SKU: 184835
Price: 4980.00 EUR
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ID : 184835

EAN : 0823821801201

Information

Essential Information About the 8-Channel Microphone Preamplifier "M801mk2"
• Studio reference 8-channel unit: ultra-transparent amplification, huge headroom (+28 dBu), and exemplary crosstalk performance.
• New mk2 topology: reduced noise at low gain, extended low-frequency bandwidth, and optimized phase response.
• Silence and detail: EIN down to -130 dB, high CMRR, and infinitesimal distortion for recordings with great depth.
• Professional integration: built-in power supply (no external DC supply needed), 2U/19-inch chassis, modern workflow.

M801 MK2

4.980,00 €VAT incl.

0,90 € Ecotax included

Reference price

From the "801" to the "M801mk2": a lineage that has become a studio standard

Launched in 1995, the "801" laid the foundation for an elite 8-channel preamp, followed twelve years later by the "M801". Twenty years after the original, the "M801mk2" generation raises the bar again, maintaining the legendary neutrality of the series while improving stability, linearity, and ease of integration into modern studios.

Who is it for and what are its uses?

Designed for demanding studios, the "M801mk2" excels on vocals, drums, acoustic ensembles, and multi-mic sessions. Its wideband response and controlled phase make it ideal when a faithful capture is desired before any processing, especially with high-end converters and digital audio workstations.

What has changed and what makes the difference in recording

Reduced noise at low gain for clean recordings even on powerful sources.
Extended low-frequency bandwidth for a deeper foundation without pumping.
Improved phase response for clearer stereo and multichannel imaging.
Integrated power supply: no more external DC supply, cleaner and simpler design.

Redesigned amplification topology

The new architecture minimizes distortion (down to < 0.0004%), maximizes CMRR, and ensures dynamic headroom that preserves transients, even on dense recordings with high output levels.

Headroom, bandwidth, and temporal coherence

With +28 dBu maximum level and a response extending from infrasonic lows to very high highs, the "M801mk2" captures the source as it is, maintaining phase coherence that facilitates multi-mic mixing.

Technical specifications

Number of channels	8
Rack unit	2

Nominal mode power consumption (Wh)

40 W

At 20 dB gain, +/- 3 dB, 150-ohm source	3.2 Hz - 530 kHz
At 20 dB gain, +/- 0.2 dB, 150-ohm source	14.8 Hz - 109 kHz
At 40 dB gain, +/- 3 dB, 150-ohm source	3.2 Hz - 500 kHz
At 40 dB gain, +/- 0.2 dB, 150-ohm source	15.4 Hz - 103 kHz

Gain 20 dB, output +20 dBu, 1 kHz	< 0.0004%
Gain 40 dB, output +20 dBu, 1 kHz	< 0.0008%
Gain 60 dB, output +20 dBu, 1 kHz	< 0.0070%

SMPTE/DIN 1:1 (50 Hz/7 kHz)	< 0.0015%
SMPTE/DIN 4:1 (50 Hz/7 kHz)	< 0.0020%

50-ohm source	-130 dB
150-ohm source	-127 dB
600-ohm source	-123 dB

100 Hz - 20 kHz, 40 dB gain

< 3 degrees

At 1 kHz	-140 dB
At 10 kHz	-130 dB

Nominal voltage 48 V	+0.9 / -0.0 V
Tolerance under 6.8 kOhm load	+/- 0.1%

At 1 kHz, 100 kOhm load

+28 dBu

Input	8,100 ohms
Input (ribbon mic mode)	20 kOhms
Output	150 ohms

Height	2 rack units
Width	19 inches (rack)
Depth	25.4 cm
Weight	5.9 kg

100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

40 W max.

EON Warranty

20 years

Questions frequently asked

Is the Grace Design M801 MK2 suitable for drum miking and multi-mic sessions?

Its 8 channels allow handling drum setups, acoustic ensembles, or simultaneously recorded vocals. The phase response remains under 3 degrees from 100 Hz to 20 kHz, at 40 dB gain.

What is the bandwidth of this 8-channel preamplifier?

At 20 dB gain with a 150 ohm source, the bandwidth at +/- 3 dB extends from 3.2 Hz to 530 kHz. At 40 dB gain, it reaches 3.2 Hz to 500 kHz under the same conditions.

Can ribbon microphones be used with this preamplifier?

An input impedance of 20 kOhms is provided in ribbon microphone mode, compared to 8,100 ohms for the standard input. Phantom power delivers a nominal voltage of 48 V with a load tolerance of 6.8 kOhms at +/- 0.1 %. The appropriate mode must be selected depending on the type of microphone used.