This is perhaps the best deal on a per-channel basis on this site. The 473 is an amazing replica of the preamps found in the original Neve 1073 modules. In numerous shootouts that have been conducted, golden-ear engineers have found themselves dumbfounded in their inability to distinguish between the preamps on this 473, and original Neve 1073's that street-price at more than $4k per channel. Given that this 4-channel unit sells for less than a single Neve 1073 module, this deal is truly absurd. That being said, you get both the Neve 1073-based preamp design AND some incredibly user-friendly high and low shelving EQ on each of the four channels. These allow for some lovely on-the-spot and easy to use Neve-quality EQ'ing on each and every channel. The classic Neve coloration has never been so affordable, and if you don't own several Neve 1073's in your preamp collection, here's a real opportunity to add four. Without cutting any corners, you'll be able to leave yourself about $12-15k in the bank.