Maag Audio PREQ2 Dual Mic/Line/DI Preamp with EQ Reviews
Housed in a sleek and rugged 1U chassis, the Maag Audio PREQ2 is a 2-channel mic/line/DI preamp/EQ that can input any analog signal and optimize it to achieve its maximum sonic potential. Equipped with two of Maag’s acclaimed mic preamps with a robust 71dB of gain, the PREQ2 can handle all your mic, line-level, and DI signals. But it also offers unique features such as buffered Pass Thru and proprietary level-match technology that facilitate re-amplification of mic and instrument signals, lackluster tracks, and even complete mixes through the PREQ2’s discrete Class A transformer-coupled circuitry and equalizer section featuring the legendary Air Band. All controls (with the exception of the continuously variable mic gain pot) are detented for easy settings logging and recall. The PREQ2 has caused quite a stir here at Sweetwater. It’s not only a powerful solution for euphonic enhancement and fine tuning, but it’s also a tremendous value. Put the Maag Audio PREQ2 to the test in your studio. You will be impressed.
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Highest Rated Reviews
Excellent if you buy intended to use like I do
I only took a half star off because they have increased the price from when I bout this, however it is worth it if you use all functions. I owned and sold the Maag Mastering EQ because I only liked the sub band and air EQ. This was an easy purchase because I got those two bands to use on my master bus and with a click of a button I can switch to using the preamps. If you are a piano player or acoustic instrument player, these preamps are one of the best I I've ever heard if you like clean with a tiny bit of character. No Complaints. I have Neve 1073, API, and have tried many pres over the years. I generally like clean very clean pres now except on some vocals. These are absolutely beautiful on my piano. I am tracking with the preamps and then simply hit the line switch and using the eq last in my master bus chain. I mix entirely in the box, but having some analog gear adds a vibe I can't replicate quite so I mostly just use for character and light compression and then later master in the box. Master Bus is SSL Bus+ into Gainlab Empress into Neve 542's into the Maag Eq and it doesn't get much better than this imo. I have tied lots of analog gear, it ain't cheap, and definitely not something I would spend $ on if your broke, but worth it if you enjoy the art of music production as much as I do.
