Lake People Mic-Amp F355

Description

The Lake People F355 is a premium-quality, ultralow-noise microphone preamplifier, designed for exceptional clarity, precision and sonic integrity. As part of the renowned F-Series, this high-performance 2-channel preamp features Class-A active feedback inputs, ensuring accurate signal amplification without introducing unwanted coloration. Built with meticulous German engineering, the F355 is an ideal choice for professional studios, broadcasting and critical recording applications, where pristine sound and reliable performance are essential.

Precision Engineering With a Rugged Rackmount Design

Encased in a robust 19" stainless steel chassis, the Lake People F355 mic preamp is built for durability and long-term reliability. The electronically balanced XLR inputs and outputs provide secure, interference-free connections, while its versatile control set includes switchable gain from 0 to +66dB in 6dB steps, fine gain adjustment, phase inversion and switchable 48V phantom power. Additional features like a programmable muting system, -12dB pad switch and a variable low-cut filter (12-250Hz) allow for precise tonal shaping and superior dynamic control, making the F355 an indispensable tool for professional engineers and recording artists.

Features

• Electronically balanced input via XLR ensures clean signal transmission without distortion
• Gain switchable in 12 steps allows precise control over microphone amplification
• Deactivatable gain fine adjustment provides additional flexibility for sound shaping
• Deactivatable lo-cut filter reduces unwanted low-frequency noise for cleaner recordings
• Noise level at -129dB delivers ultralow noise performance for studio-grade clarity
• Pad switch for -12dB pre-attenuation handles high-output sources without clipping
• Programmable muting system enhances workflow with intelligent signal management
• Phantom power 48V supports condenser microphones for professional recording applications
• Phase inversion switch corrects phase issues for better sound quality in stereo setups
• Balanced XLR outputs ensure reliable connections for professional audio equipment

Specs

• Electronically balanced input: XLR
• Gain range: 0–+66dB
• Gain adjustment: Switchable in 12 steps of 6dB
• Fine adjustment: Deactivatable with +/- 5dB center detent
• Lo-cut filter: Variable insert 12Hz–250Hz

• Balanced output: XLR
• Maximum output level: Greater than +25dBu
• Dynamic range: Improved by active feedback Class-A inputs
• Clip display: Separate for precise monitoring
• Level display: 16-step fast level indication calibratable from 0 to -36dBr

• Power supply: Internal 230V/115V AC
• Phantom power: 48V switchable
• Programmable muting system: Intelligent and customizable
• Pad switch: -12dB pre-attenuation
• Noise performance: -129dB at 60dB gain

• Housing: 19" rackmount stainless steel
• Dimensions: 19" x 1.73" x 6.54"
• Design: Gray front for professional studio aesthetics
• Build quality: Durable and resistant to external mechanical influences

• Frequency range: 5Hz–150kHz (-3dB)
• THD+N: Less than 0.001 percent at -1dBFs