Black Lion Audio Auteur MKIII – 2-Channel Microphone Preamplifier

Auteur MKIII – 2-Channel Transformer-Coupled Microphone Preamplifier

The Auteur mkIII design starts with a modern front-end that’s best described as fast and transparent — perfect for capturing every nuance and detail. This is followed up by a vintage-inspired output-stage design coupled with a Cinemag transformer for massive, colorful sound. This design approach results in a preamp that’s a perfect jack-of-all-trades that sounds amazing on everything you can throw at it.

Both channels have line level inputs for adding warmth and weight to keyboards, synths and even full stereo mixes. The Hi-Z switch makes for a stellar instrument input for direct capture of guitar and bass.

Auteur mkIII features a tour-worthy chassis, that’s extremely portable. Not only is it great on the go, but it fits perfect on a desktop for smaller setups. Removable rack ears are also included, as Auteur mkIII can be racked in a 1/2U space.

Every good mic needs a great preamp to bring out it’s best, and the Auteur mkIII is an exceptional offering for your entire microphone collection.

Features

• 2-channel microphone preamplifier
• Modern IC-based front-end for fast and transparent sound
• Vintage-inspired transformer-coupled output-stage featuring Cinemag transformers for massive, colorful sound
• Line and Hi-Z input
• -10dB pad, 48v phantom power, and polarity reverse for each channel
• 62dB of gain
• Balanced TRS line outputs
• Removable rack ears included with 1U 1/2 rack compatibility

Technical Specifications

Preamp Type: Solid State

Number of Channels: 2

Phantom Power: Yes

Pads: -10dB

Analog Inputs: 2 x XLR

Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4″ TRS

Frequency Response: 10Hz-30kHz bandwidth

Rack Spaces: Half rack

Power Source:24 V AC power supply, minimum 300 mA; 2.5 mm center pin

Height: 4“

Depth: 9″

Width: 10“

Weight: 3.1 lbs.