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focusrite ISA 430 Pre Amp / Channel Strip / EQ, Dynamics

Estimated price for orientation: 985 $

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Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Focusrite
Number of Channels: 1 Type: Channel Strip
Features: High Impedance Input Model: ISA430
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You are bidding on our ISA 430 (Mk I)  The unit is being replaced with an ISA 828.  Love the sound of the pre and there is no better box available for a single channel.  We have owned and tried the UA LA 610 and the Avalon 737 and both are great and work quite well this unit provides the things you can not get with either listed.  You can operate the compressor section and the d-esser and the limiter at the same time which assures you of no digital overloads.  The eq is quite round and while I hate to say musical, it does not 'create' a sound, it just makes your source come to life.  The unit has hi and low pass filters, shelf eq's and full mid band parametric eq.  One of the best features is the gate which can be switched to a downward expander by the press of a button.  The classic transformer pre delivers up to 80 db of gain (more than both the UA and Avalon) which drives ribbon mics without issue.  Did I say I love the sound of the pre - a very analog sound, warm but not overly tube drive sound.  This is a perfect channel strip for the analog front end of any DAW.