DAV Electronics BG8 D.A.V. Broadhurst Gardens

DAV Electronics BG8 – 8-Channel Microphone Preamplifier

High-End Broadhurst Gardens Series

For sale is a DAV Electronics BG8, part of the renowned Broadhurst Gardens (BG) series designed by Mick Hinton. If you know these units, you’ll know they’re prized for their clean, open, transparent and ultra-low-noise sound—often compared with top-shelf broadcast and classical recording preamps costing many times more.

Condition

Excellent working order

All channels tested

Clean front panel and tight controls

Comes from a smoke-free studio

Light cosmetic signs of use consistent with careful professional handling

Features

• 8 channels of high-fidelity DAV preamplification
• Extremely low noise and distortion
• Wide gain range with smooth, musical response
• Exceptional transient detail—great for drums, orchestral, vocals and acoustic instruments
• Balanced XLR inputs
• Robust 1U rackmount chassis for professional studio use
• Made in the UK by DAV Electronics

DAV preamps are widely trusted in classical, broadcast and high-end studios because of their uncoloured, honest sound. The BG8 in particular delivers eight channels of the famous BG1 circuitry in a compact rack—perfect for multi-mic recording sessions, drums, live tracking, or capturing natural acoustic performances.

What’s Included

• DAV Electronics BG8 unit
• IEC mains power cable