--- product_id: 17521886 title: "PRE-73 MKIII Mic Preamp" brand: "golden age project" price: "$U28572" currency: UYU in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 category: "Golden Age Project" url: https://www.desertcart.uy/products/17521886-pre-73-mkiii-mic-preamp store_origin: UY region: Uruguay --- # LED Output Meter Switchable Impedance 80dB Mic Gain PRE-73 MKIII Mic Preamp **Brand:** golden age project **Price:** $U28572 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎤 Elevate your sound with vintage character and modern precision — don’t just record, make a statement. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** PRE-73 MKIII Mic Preamp by golden age project - **How much does it cost?** $U28572 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.uy](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/17521886-pre-73-mkiii-mic-preamp) ## Best For - golden age project enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted golden age project brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Gain That Goes the Distance:** 80dB gain effortlessly handles quiet passive ribbon mics and subtle sources. - • **Vintage Vibes, Modern Muscle:** Classic Neve-inspired tone with robust solid-state reliability. - • **Versatile Power & Connectivity:** Phantom power and DI input in a sleek half-rack chassis for studio or stage. - • **Visual Feedback, Zero Guesswork:** LED output level meter keeps your signal in the sweet spot every time. - • **Precision Control at Your Fingertips:** Switchable 1200/300 ohm impedance for tailored mic matching. ## Overview The Golden Age Pre-73 MKIII is a single-channel mic/line preamp delivering up to 80dB of gain, perfect for capturing quiet sources with passive ribbon mics. Featuring switchable impedance, phantom power, DI input, and an LED output meter, it combines vintage-inspired tonal warmth with versatile modern functionality in a durable half-rack design. Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts seeking punchy, characterful preamplification without breaking the bank. ## Description The classic Neve 1073 wrote the book on characterful mic preamplification, so in designing their Pre-73 MKIII mic pre, Golden Age aimed high. Given its mild pricetag, it's amazing how well they succeeded. The single-channel Pre-73 MKIII is versatile, with 80dB of gain that lets you easily mic subdued sources with passive ribbons. Cranking the main gain stage imbues your tracks with tasty vintage-style coloration. Also onboard: phantom power, a broad gain-range DI, flexible I/O, switchable impedance, and an LED output level meter, all in a robust half-rack chassis. If you want a characterful pre with punch, Sweetwater recommends the Golden Age Pre-73 MKIII. Golden Age Pre-73 MKIII Features at a Glance: Vintage-style electronics with Tantalum capacitors Simplified Gain control with Mic/Line switch makes all gain levels available for line input 80dB of gain easily handles passive ribbon mics on quiet sound sources Mic input with switchable 1200/300 ohm impedance Review: A Reliable, Versatile, and Colorful Preamp - Sound fantastic clean, and sounds great on the right source when driven a bit harder. I've had good success coloring overheads, snares, and bass in particular, and the subtle compression when overdriving the preamp is usually quite nice. I've also played out with 2 of these wired up as an insert on a master bus, and on the right track it can sound fantastic. For those unfamiliar with the workings of this pre, the dual knob control layout might be slightly confusing from a gain staging perspective, but the included documentation provides a clear explanation for beginners. My main bass recording chain has been a tube preamp into this preamp before my interface, and it's been a very reliable and versatile setup. You can't beat the price, and my experience has been totally positive with no noise issues in either of my two units. Review: Packs a lot of punch without draining your wallet - It would seem from other reviews that some have encountered QC issues. Thankfully, this has not been the case for me. There’s a lot of competition in this market space, but most of the competing products are both a.) more expensive, and b.) have fewer features. I’m very pleased with this preamp, and find that it is an excellent match for sources that require more gain than the preamps in a recording interface simply can’t deliver. For other applications it can certainly add a coloration reminiscent of the design it was derived from- albeit not quite the same. This can also be overdone. Overall, a great addition to the home enthusiast’s toolbox, and something to inspire more creativity and exploration. Frankly, I’m inclined to think it would even be suitable for professional applications. From my perspective, the build quality is reflected in the price. Do better options exist? Perhaps. But you won’t get them at this price point, and they’ll likely be missing some of the features found here. Highly recommend. ## Features - Single-channel Mic/line Preamp with 80dB of Mic Gain - LED Output Level Meter - Switchable Impedance - Phantom Power - DI ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00YHM700U | | Amplifier Type | Solid State | | Best Sellers Rank | #66,297 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #130 in Microphone Preamps | | Brand | Golden Age Project | | Color | Red | | Compatible Devices | all | | Connector Type | XLR | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (49) | | Enclosure Material | Stainless Steel | | Item Weight | 6.8 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Golden Age Project | | Mfr Part Number | PRE73MK3 | | Model Name | PRE-73 MKIII | | Model Number | PRE73MK3 | | Number of Bands | 1 | | Output Channel Quantity | 1 | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Warranty Description | 2-Year Warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Golden Age Project - **Color:** Red - **Compatible Devices:** all - **Item Weight:** 6.8 Pounds - **Material:** Stainless Steel ## Images ![PRE-73 MKIII Mic Preamp - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81zB4zvVmbL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can you show me a rear picture of this unit?** A: Hi Jamie,On back it has an XLR output, 1/4" output, Insert Jack, and a combo xlr/1/4" input jack as well as the power input jack. We don't really have a way to link a picture on here. If this was helpful, please consider buying from us. - Pixel Pro Audio **Q: I bought this unit last month and after a week or so...I started hearing a hum. Can you please help me with this issue?** A: I'm sorry to hear that you're having this problem. Unfortunately, I can't offer any help though. I've had mine for over a year now and haven't experienced any problems. I'm afraid I'm not tech savvy enough to offer any trouble-shooting advice. It'd probably be a good idea to contact the seller. **Q: What's the difference between the mk ii and the mk iii?** A: The MK III has a 2 high shelve options for adding air to the signal, a dedicated switch for mic / line that allows the unit to apply 80db of gain. The MK II only allowed 50db on line signals. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Reliable, Versatile, and Colorful Preamp *by J***H on October 19, 2025* Sound fantastic clean, and sounds great on the right source when driven a bit harder. I've had good success coloring overheads, snares, and bass in particular, and the subtle compression when overdriving the preamp is usually quite nice. I've also played out with 2 of these wired up as an insert on a master bus, and on the right track it can sound fantastic. For those unfamiliar with the workings of this pre, the dual knob control layout might be slightly confusing from a gain staging perspective, but the included documentation provides a clear explanation for beginners. My main bass recording chain has been a tube preamp into this preamp before my interface, and it's been a very reliable and versatile setup. You can't beat the price, and my experience has been totally positive with no noise issues in either of my two units. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Packs a lot of punch without draining your wallet *by A***T on February 2, 2020* It would seem from other reviews that some have encountered QC issues. Thankfully, this has not been the case for me. There’s a lot of competition in this market space, but most of the competing products are both a.) more expensive, and b.) have fewer features. I’m very pleased with this preamp, and find that it is an excellent match for sources that require more gain than the preamps in a recording interface simply can’t deliver. For other applications it can certainly add a coloration reminiscent of the design it was derived from- albeit not quite the same. This can also be overdone. Overall, a great addition to the home enthusiast’s toolbox, and something to inspire more creativity and exploration. Frankly, I’m inclined to think it would even be suitable for professional applications. From my perspective, the build quality is reflected in the price. Do better options exist? Perhaps. But you won’t get them at this price point, and they’ll likely be missing some of the features found here. Highly recommend. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth it *by B***G on January 26, 2017* Worth every dollar. The box it came in was a complete turn off however the unit was in perfect condition. Everything sounds..."expensive" now. ## Frequently Bought Together - Golden Age Project Pre-73 MKIII Mic Line Preamp - Cable Matters 2-Pack Premium Short XLR to XLR Cables - 3ft, Male to Female Microphone Cable, Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) Mic Cord, Black - VANDESAIL XLR Cables, 3ft 2 Pack Microphone Cable, XLR Male to Female Balanced Microphone Cord 3 pin, 3 Foot Short mic Cord Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) Nylon Braided --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.uy/products/17521886-pre-73-mkiii-mic-preamp](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/17521886-pre-73-mkiii-mic-preamp) --- *Product available on Desertcart Uruguay* *Store origin: UY* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*