The John Hardy M-2 3-Channel Microphone Preamp is among the finest mic preamps on the market providing superior accuracy and transparency. No matter what your application, the M-2 will deliver the sound quality you need for your critical recordings.
The M-2 is sonically identical to the John Hardy M-1, but with a 16 position stepped gain providing accurate and repeatable gain settings from 15dB to 60dB in 3dB steps. The M-2 features a Jensen JT-16-B input transformer, John Hardy's very own 11C output transformer and a 990C+ discrete op-amp. This with the elimination of all capacitors from the signal path makes the John Hardy M-2 on serious preamp!
Modular Design
The John Hardy M-2 features a 19-inch rack-mount chassis that can be configured with one to four preamp channels. Purchase three channels now and add an additional channel later, allowing you to build your M-2 preamp on your terms.
VU-1 Meter (Included)
When you purchase the John Hardy M-2 from Front End Audio, you get the VU-1 Meter option for FREE! This is a very accurate and informative 20 segment LED meter with peak LED for monitoring the preamp output.
-20dB PAD (Included)
The -20dB Pad is the right configuration for 95% of users and therefore the default configuration of the preamp. This PAD will be very handy if you are recording potentially loud sources such as drums, guitar amps, and jet engines.
20 Ohm Switch (Optional)
If you would prefer a 20 Ohm Switch over the -20dB Pad, just let us know and we will be happy to configure your M-2 to meet your needs. This option helps optimize microphones that have extremely low output impedances to work with the John Hardy preamps. But if you don't have extremely low impedance microphones, then go with the default -20dB PAD option.
John Hardy M-2 3-Channel Microphone Preamp Features
- JT-16-B Input Transformer: Jensen's best mic input model.
- 990C+ Discrete Op-Amp: Faster, quieter, more powerful and better sounding than typical monolithic op-amps.
- 16 Position Rotary Gain Switch: Provides accurate and repeatable gain settings from 15dB to 60dB in 3dB steps.
- Front Panel Switches: LED Illuminated. Polarity Reverse Switch. Phantom Power Switch.
- Connectors: Gold Plated XLR for maximum reliability.
- Ground Lift Switch: On Each Channel. Helpful for eliminating ground loops.
- Universal Power Supply: Internal switch adapts to any AC line voltage from 85VAC to 265VAC
John Hardy M-2 3-Channel Microphone Preamp Includes
- John Hardy M-2 3-Channel Microphone Preamp
- Power Cable
- Manufacturer Warranty
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