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AEA RPQ 500 MK2

$699.00
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RPQ500V2
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 The RPQ500 has been rebranded to match the look of the RPQ2, but electronically it remains the same.

  • One channel with 81dB of sweet and quiet JFET gain for all mics
  • High frequency CurveShaper™ EQ and low frequency proximity control
  • Mic and line inputs for mixdown EQ versatility
  • Switchable phantom power, polarity, line/mic, and EQ inserts
  • NoLoad™ 10k Ohm high-impedance circuitry providing better overall transients, frequency response, and higher output sensitivity


"The AEA RPQ500 is the perfect match for my R88 mk2 stereo ribbon. I can’t believe I ever made records without them!"
Chuck Ainlay (Mark Knopfler, Pistol Annies)


The Versatile Mic Pre in the 500 series format
The RPQ500 module, designed after the successful RPQ preamp, provides the same ultra-clean, high-gain signal path that has earned AEA preamps their great reputation, but in a 500 series package. JFET circuit topology provides all the dynamics, subwoofer bass, and fast transients that your microphones can record. The NoLoad™ input impedance above 10K Ω means the RPQ won’t load down a mic and change its sound. Low Energy Storage™ circuit design instantly recovers from overloads for superior dynamic performance. The original RPQ with CurveShaper™ was designed to fully capture every nuance of ribbon microphones: vintage or modern, passive or phantom powered. Engineers have discovered that the RPQ also complements their moving coil, tube and solid-state mics. By virtue of its sonic qualities and versatility, the VPR Alliance approved AEA RPQ500 is the tool of choice for all microphones whenever a true and pristine signal path is desired.


Your Sound At Your Fingertips
With mixing consoles disappearing from control rooms, dedicated preamps can take on the role of providing a high-quality front end giving you intuitive control to make critical decisions during tracking rather than “fixing it in the mix”.
The RPQ's CurveShaper™ EQ gives you the tools to control your ribbons right at the start of the signal path. Switchable and tunable low frequency (LF) and high frequency (HF) controls allow you to tame proximity problems and provide HF extension and slope control. The high-frequency CurveShaper™ excels at adding a touch of air or presence, and the low-frequency control removes boxiness and boominess in a fast and unobtrusive way. Ribbon mics are capable of delivering strong subwoofer lows, and can have a significant bass proximity effect. Such strong low-frequency content can mask high-frequency intelligibility, so the tunable LF filter was engineered to tame low-frequency energy to appropriate levels. Its -20 dB shelving curve is ideally suited to reduce excessive proximity effect opening up new possibilities to use ribbon mics in close-up applications.


The HF filter enables you to extend the high end by adding a little extra presence or "air" to a recording. Its unique bell curve compensates for the high-frequency roll-off that is inherent to most ribbon microphones. But beyond ribbon mics, the smooth HF filter is remarkably well suited for brightening up condenser mics used at a distance or even as a clean and transparent high-frequency boost on the 2-bus to freshen up a mix.


The Swiss army knife 500 series module
The RPQ500 has been enhanced with additional features, turning it into a workhorse tool for your API 500 compatible rack. The Line/Mic switch bypasses the microphone gain stage and allows the EQ to be used for tracking with other preamps or during mixdown. Add the output level control, and the RPQ500 becomes a high-quality processing tool that can be used for mixing and mastering when combined with summing racks and mixers such as the Purple Audio Moiyn or the Roll Music Folcrom.

 

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AEA RPQ500: High-Gain, High-Impedance Preamp with CurveShaper™ EQ in a 500 series package 02:03

The RPQ500 module, designed after the successful RPQ preamp, provides the same high-gain, high-impedance signal path that has earned AEA preamps their great reputation, but in a 500 series package. The RPQ500’s high NoLoad™ input impedance above 10K Ohms unleashes the full bandwidth, transient response, and clarity from your microphones. With a massive 81dB of sweet JFET gain, few preamps rival it's output combined with it's signal to noise ratio. The RPQ500 is a workhorse tool for your API 500 compatible rack. The Line/Mic switch bypasses the microphone gain stage and allows the EQ to be used for tracking with other preamps or during mixdown. Add the output level control, and the RPQ500 becomes a high-quality processing tool that can be used for mixing and mastering when combined with summing racks and mixers. Other ribbon mics or clean preamps are notorious for having sterile and clinical sound. Like our mics, we designed the RPQ500 to have a natural and musical tonality. With its low noise and high-resolution, the RPQ2’s sweet and open sound is the key to unlocking the clarity in your microphone. Learn more about the AEA RPQ500 at http://www.ribbonmics.com/preamps/rpq500 Love rackmount gear? Learn about AEA's 2-channel RPQ2: https://youtu.be/kQzARv5qrQM

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Limited Warranty:
One year parts and labor, shipping not included.
Three year extended warranty if the product is registered.

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