Up for sale is a Gates Biamote 5136 tube microphone preamplifier, EF86 version. It was manufactured in the USA for broadcasting purposes in the 1950s. Top quality and popular in recording studios ever since.

Huge and detailed sound, nice coloration when driven harder. This unit has been modified to serve as a dedicated mic preamplifier, bypassing the mixing stage. Approx. 70 dB gain!


110V US voltage

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Listeda year ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • 5136 Biamote
Finish
  • Grey
Categories
Year
  • mid-1950s
Made In
  • United States

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