--- product_id: 351970070 title: "Golden Age Project Pre-73 MKIII Mic Preamp" brand: "ga project" price: "€ 1449.06" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Ga Project" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/351970070-golden-age-project-pre-73-mkiii-mic-preamp store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Transformer-balanced input/output Discrete component signal path Selectable AIR boost & filters Golden Age Project Pre-73 MKIII Mic Preamp **Brand:** ga project **Price:** € 1449.06 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎛️ Unlock Legendary Sound with Vintage Vibes and Modern Mastery ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Golden Age Project Pre-73 MKIII Mic Preamp by ga project - **How much does it cost?** € 1449.06 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/351970070-golden-age-project-pre-73-mkiii-mic-preamp) ## Best For - ga project enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ga project brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Versatile Input Modes:** Handle everything from passive ribbon mics to high-impedance instruments with phantom power and impedance switching. - • **Tailored Tonal Control:** Switchable AIR boost and high-pass filters let you sculpt your sound with surgical precision. - • **Pro-Grade Visual Feedback:** Intuitive 4-step LED metering keeps your levels perfect, so you never miss a beat. - • **Transformer-Balanced Clarity:** Dual optimized transformers ensure pristine, noise-free signal integrity for every mic and instrument. - • **Vintage Warmth, Modern Precision:** Experience the iconic 1073-style punch and sweetness with pure discrete electronics—no ICs to dilute your tone. ## Overview The Golden Age Project Pre-73 MKIII is a single-channel, vintage-style mic preamp built with discrete components and transformer-balanced I/O, delivering the classic warm, punchy sound of the legendary 1073 module. Featuring selectable AIR boost EQ, high-pass filters, phantom power, and impedance switching, it offers versatile tonal shaping for professional-grade recordings across all genres—all housed in a rugged metal chassis weighing just over 3 kg. ## Description The PRE-73 MKIII is a one-channel vintage style microphone-, line and instrument preamplifier. The signal path uses only discrete components like resistors, capacitors and transistors. The input and output is transformer balanced, using two different transformers, each one optimized for its purpose. This is the way audio components were built before integrated circuits became available.The circuit used in the PRE-73 MKIII is similar to the preamp section in the classical 1073 module with a corresponding sound character that is warm, punchy, sweet and musical. These classic characteristics have been heard on countless recordings through the years and it is a versatile sound that works very well on most sound sources and in most genres. The essence of this sound is now available at a surprisingly low cost, making it available to nearly everyone. Review: A Reliable, Versatile, and Colorful Preamp Review: eccellente - prodotto davvero di qualità, suono secco nitido e di gran qualità, li consiglio vivamente, prodotto davvero eccellente proprio come mi aspettavo ## Features - Vintage Style electronics, no intergrated circuits in the signal pathEnough n to handle passive ribbon mics with quiet sound sourcesN/LINE mode switch, n is reduced by 30 dB in LINE modeSelectable two position high frequency AIR boost eq, 3 or 6 dB @ 30 kHzSelectable 6 dB/octave two frequency high pass filterTantalum capacitors in the signal pathSwitchable impedance in MIC modeSwitchable phantom power and absolute phaseA high impedance instrument inputA simple but effective 4 step LED o - The signal path uses only discrete components like resistors, capacitors and transistors - The input and output is transformer balanced, using two different transformers, each one optimized for its purpose - This is the way audio components were built before integrated circuits became available - The circuit used in the PRE 73 MKIII is similar to the preamp section in the classical 1073 module with a corresponding sound character that is warm, punchy, sweet and musical ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00YHM700U | | Amplifier Type | Solid State | | Brand | GA PROJECT | | Color | Red | | Colour | Red | | Compatible Devices | all | | Compatible devices | all | | Connector Type | XLR | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 44 Reviews | | Enclosure Material | Metal | | Item Weight | 3.08 kg | | Item weight | 3.08 kg | | Manufacturer | Golden Age Project | | Material | Metal | | Mfr Part Number | PRE73MK3 | | Model Name | Pre-73 MKIII | | Model Number | PRE73MK3 | | Model name | Pre-73 MKIII | | Number of Bands | 3 | | Output Channel Quantity | 1 | | Power Source | Corded Electric | ## Product Details - **Brand:** GA PROJECT - **Colour:** Red - **Compatible devices:** all - **Item weight:** 3.08 kg - **Material:** Metal ## Images ![Golden Age Project 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 19 October 2025* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ eccellente *by E***O on 21 November 2016* prodotto davvero di qualità, suono secco nitido e di gran qualità, li consiglio vivamente, prodotto davvero eccellente proprio come mi aspettavo ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing Preamp! *by D***O on 30 March 2026* ## 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.hr/products/351970070-golden-age-project-pre-73-mkiii-mic-preamp](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/351970070-golden-age-project-pre-73-mkiii-mic-preamp) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*