{"product_id":"soyuz-launcher-371842","title":"Launcher","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA \"piece of console\" in a box: the spirit of the Launcher\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Launcher was designed with a clear idea: to recreate the feel of a vintage analog console mic input, but in an ultra-compact format to slip between your microphone and any preamp. While many gain amplifiers aim for neutral amplification, the Launcher claims a more organic and flattering sonic signature, particularly useful when recording on interfaces whose preamps lack character or gain reserve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Launcher for, and when does it make a difference?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis single-channel mic booster is aimed at anyone recording or amplifying demanding sources with dynamic or ribbon microphones: vocals, podcasts, rap, electric guitar, snare drum, \"soft\" overheads, brass, ambiances... Practically, it's ideal if you've experienced this scenario: you turn up your interface gain, the level remains low, and the noise becomes too prominent. By adding \u003cstrong\u003e+26 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e upstream, the Launcher allows you to work with a more comfortable gain setting on the interface while adding a sense of texture and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the studio, it naturally fits into a simple chain microphone \u0026gt; Launcher \u0026gt; interface, or a more ambitious chain microphone \u0026gt; Launcher \u0026gt; external preamp. On stage, it can also optimize the behavior of a dynamic or ribbon microphone before a console or PA system, with immediate implementation and zero latency since the processing is fully analog.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacter, gain, and efficiency: what defines the Launcher's signature\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eA boost that doesn't seek neutrality\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Launcher is not just an inline \"volume knob\": it was designed to \u003cstrong\u003epleasantly alter the perception\u003c\/strong\u003e of your recordings by adding coloration reminiscent of vintage input stages. This type of grain is especially appreciated on dynamic and ribbon microphones, which can gain presence, density, and a sense of proximity without having to compensate later with aggressive processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCustom transformer: warmth and a sense of depth\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the Launcher is a \u003cstrong\u003ehand-wound custom transformer\u003c\/strong\u003e. This approach contributes to the promised \"warm\" signature, with a response that favors musicality over clinical precision. The result: sources sit more easily in a mix, especially vocals or instruments that sometimes sound too \"flat\" when going directly into a standard mic input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLevel optimization and better noise management in the chain\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e+26 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Launcher helps achieve a usable level earlier, which can reduce the audible noise associated with pushing interface gain to the extreme. It is a natural ally for low-output microphones and a relevant choice whenever you seek a stronger, more confident, and more inspiring capture right from the source.\u003c\/p\u003e\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\"\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\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e10 Hz - 20 kHz (-1 dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e+26 dB (load: \u0026gt;1 kOhm)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum output level (0.5% THD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e8.3 dBV (2.6 V)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpedance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e1 kOhm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e48V phantom power\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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\u003eConnectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e2x XLR male\/female (3-pin)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e111 x 53 x 48 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e410 g\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Soyuz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54358469706003,"sku":"371842","price":239.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/21231a6a08dff3e9a274dbc7fc1bffb192839e51_SOYUZ_LAUNCHER.jpg?v=1787340991","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/soyuz-launcher-371842","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}