AEA RPQ500 MIC PREAMP WITH EQ

Preamp tailor-made for ribbon mics

The RPQ500 packs the mojo of AEA’s original RPQ ribbon preamp into an API 500 Series compatible module. A specially tailored EQ section addresses the proximity issues most commonly associated with ribbon mics, taming excessive buildup in the bottom end. Bypassable high- and low-frequency controls make it easy to clear up muddiness or add space and air. This was particularly useful when we used the RPQ500 to capture a vintage Fender Pro Reverb, allowing us to mellow out the less flattering bass frequencies while bringing out the nuances of its silky reverb tails.

–Doug Doppler