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RPQ503

MSP$749USD

Based on the 3rd Generation circuit design of our celebrated RPQ3, the RPQ503 brings the same rich and natural sound to the 500 Series Format.

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RPQ503 Overview

  • AEA Gen 3 Preamp Circuitry with our Signature CurveShaper™ EQ

  • 1-Space 500-Series Preamp

  • Ultra-High 68KΩ Input Impedance

  • 7 to 85 dB of Gain

  • EQ Boost/Cut, +/-20 dB with LF/HF Sweepable Frequency

  • Polarity Switch

  • Mic/Line Input Switching

  • Made in the USA

Your Favorite Ribbon Preamp — Now in 500 Series

The RPQ503 is the next evolution in AEA’s trusted lineage of high-impedance, high-gain preamplifiers.

More than just a preamp, the RPQ503 also includes the expanded EQ section of the RPQ3, with boost and cut controls for both low and high end, on custom, compact, dual-concentric potentiometers.

Featuring a powerful combination of ultra-low noise, low-distortion op-amps, ultra-high 68KΩ input impedance, and 85dB of clean gain, the RPQ503 delivers exceptional clarity and detail.

Enhance every microphone

The RPQ503 was designed to work great on passive ribbon microphones, however, when a preamp works well with a passive ribbon microphone, it will excel on every microphone. At once open, transparent, and musical, the RPQ503 is a versatile tool for the front end of any signal path.

a gain powerhouse

The RPQ503 is a powerhouse that provides unparalleled high gain with low-noise. With 85db of clean gain, the RPQ503 gives you enough juice to record soft sources without ever having to worry about noise. The RPQ503 is the tool of choice for all microphones whenever a true and pristine signal path is desired. Our 3rd generation circuitry is the cleanest and most musical design we’ve done yet.

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  • "...I really like it. It's clean and smooth but not sterile, and feels really great on vocals and guitar. The EQ on it is great. It's not overly aggressive and doesn't give you too much room to f*** yourself by overdoing it... I wish I had two so I could use it on my overheads!"

    – Greazy Wil Producer (Killer Mike)

  • "I shoot stuff out all the time and that has been a winner for a lot of things - I just love how musical the EQ is.... doesn't feel like it's turning things inside out at all; just boosting and cutting while retaining the fundamental tones in the right ways. The EQ is really helpful for wrangling ribbon mics into the mix the way you want them to sit."

    – Steve Stout, Producer/Guitarist (Lifehouse, ØZWALD, Jason Wade)

Specifications

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Parts and Accessories

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