Chameleon Labs 581 500-Series Microphone Preamp

The Chameleon Labs 581 500-Series Microphone Preamp serves up lucidity and definition, allowing you to hear subtle details you didn't think your mics were capable of capturing.

For its role models, the Chameleon Labs 581 aspires to the sonics of classic holy grail large-format console preamps. The 581 is extremely lucid sounding, with a remarkably solid low end - a combination that makes it perfect for everything from kick drums to vocals. The 581 also possesses a definite "character" - a sonic signature that you wouldn't expect in a preamp at this price.

Chameleon Labs 581 500-Series Microphone Preamp Features

500 Series Compatible Module
Chameleon-designed Line Transformer
Fully balanced transformer mic input
Discrete Class AB Circuit
300 Ohms or 1.2K Ohms mic input selector
48VDC phantom power selector
LED Metering (Power, Signal, +4dB, Peak)

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5
Sounds great nd abuilt solid

Posted by Micah on Oct 21st 2019

I've found other pre's in this price range to be light or flimsy, even when they work well. This pre feels like real gear and sounds like it too. I have a pair and use them for drum overheads, keys, and guitar.
5
Can't beat it...

Posted by Anonymous on Jul 22nd 2014

There are few if any competitors to this pre. It has all the features you need, and enough metering. And a DI! For $400!! Buy it now.

It also feels great. Nice and heavy with good build quality.