TRITON AUDIO FetHead Germanium Overview
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1Description
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2Germanium Flavor
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3Easy Operation
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4Protects the Microphone
The FetHead Germanium from Triton Audio is an in-line preamp with a germanium transistor that adds 29 dB of gain to your ribbon or dynamic mic signal before it hits the preamp or mixing desk. Use of the germanium element colors the signal with a distinctly larger-than-life vintage sound, making this FetHead model well suited for use with neutral or transparent-sounding preamps and consoles. The additional gain allows you to drive longer cable runs and provides higher-quality audio with a better signal-to-noise ratio.
Germanium transistors were widely used in the earliest transistor designs by Neve, EMI, Telefunken, and Fairchild, and have developed a reputation for a decidedly vintage mojo that remains sought-after today.
For this preamp, Triton created a novel hybrid circuit that consists of low-noise JFETs and a hand-selected new-old-stock (NOS) germanium transistor to take full advantage of the distinctive germanium sound and at the same time achieve the same sonic quality for which Triton is known. A low-impedance output buffer provides output drive to long cables.
Your FetHead Germanium will latch straight onto any XLR-equipped microphone, or anywhere else in the signal path between microphone and preamp/mixer. The electronics are housed in a robust metal chassis with a balanced female XLR input and a balanced male XLR output�rugged enough for use at home, in the studio, or on tour.
Some older ribbon microphones do not tolerate phantom power. FetHead uses phantom power to power its circuitry, but doesn't pass phantom power to the microphone, so rest assured your ribbon mics are safe.
In the Box
- TRITON AUDIO FetHead Germanium Balanced XLR Microphone Preamp
- Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty (Limited Lifetime Warranty on NOS Germanium Transistor)
Table of Contents
- Description
- Germanium Flavor
- Easy Operation
- Protects the Microphone
TRITON AUDIO FetHead Germanium Specs
General
| In-Line Accessory Type |
Preamplifier |
| Input / Output Level |
Input: Mic Level
Output: Mic Level |
| Number of Channels |
1 |
| Gain |
+29 dB |
| Circuit Type |
FET |
| Controls |
None |
Connectivity
| Inputs/Outputs |
1 x XLR 3-Pin Female Balanced Mic Input
XLR 3-Pin Male Balanced Mic Output |
Performance
| Frequency Response |
40 Hz to 100 kHz ±1 dB |
| Impedance |
2.2 Kilohms (Input) |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight |
0.175 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
5.05 x 1.2 x 1.2" |
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