From AMS Neve
The AMS Neve 88RLB brings the legendary sound of Neve's flagship two-ton 88RS console into the compact 500-series format.Prized for its massive headroom, ultra-wide frequency response, and pristine clarity, the 88RLB delivers modern high-resolution audio capture while retaining the musical warmth and authority that define the Neve name.
Equipped with a custom transformer-coupled microphone input alongside electronically balanced line and DI inputs, the 88RLB provides immense sonic versatility for tracking any source. Unique to the 88RLB is Neve's proprietary REGenerate feature, which allows line and DI signals to be routed back through the mic input transformer—injecting signature analog weight, harmonic depth, and transformer saturation into synthesizers, electric guitars, or mix stems. Complete with an intelligent phantom power circuit, a sweepable high-pass filter, and a front-panel combi input, the 88RLB puts large-format console preamplification directly into your 500-series rack.
Key Features
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True 88RS Console Preamp: Built with the same core components and architecture found in Neve’s benchmark 88RS large-format recording desk.
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REGenerate Function: Feeds line and DI sources directly into the mic input transformer to add classic analog color and harmonic body.
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Transformer-Coupled Mic Input: Features a custom Neve transformer providing low distortion, wide bandwidth, and high noise rejection.
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Sweepable High-Pass Filter: Variable low-cut control ranging from 31Hz to 315Hz eliminates unwanted low-frequency rumble and proximity mud on the way in.
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Front Combi-XLR Input: Front-panel XLR/TRS combi jack allows for quick mic, line, or instrument connections, equipped with a dedicated LIFT switch to prevent ground loops.
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Intelligent +48V Phantom Power: Specialized switching control safely delivers phantom power while preventing damaging voltage spikes.
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Flexible Level Control: Features up to 70dB of mic gain, a -20dB pad, and a 180° phase-reversal switch.
- Preamp Type
- Solid-State 500-Series Module
- Mic Gain Range
- +20dB to +70dB (in 5dB steps)
- Line Gain Range
- -20dB to +20dB
- DI Gain Range
- 0dB to +50dB
- Mic Input Impedance
- >1.2kΩ (Transformer-balanced and earth-free)
- Line Input Impedance
- >10kΩ (Electronically balanced)
- DI Input Impedance
- >500kΩ (Electronically balanced)
- Frequency Response
- 20Hz – 20kHz (±0.5dB @ 60dB gain)
- Equivalent Input Noise (EIN)
- Better than -126dBu (@ 60dB gain)
- Distortion
- <0.025% @ +20dBu output (40Hz–20kHz @ 60dB gain)
- Form Factor
- Single-Slot 500-Series Module
- Dimensions (H × W × D)
- 5.25" × 1.5" × 5.75" (132 mm × 38 mm × 145 mm)
- Weight
- 1.1 lbs (0.5 kg)
Warranty
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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