IN-STOCK CAPI VP28 500 Series Preamp Build to Order (Litz Transformers with Red Dot SL2520 opamps)

We have parts in stock.

*Pictures show GAR opamps, but SL2520s will be included with the unit.

Transformer

Litz 2623-1-L:
Referred to as the "preferred" sounding transformer. This transformer has a uniform high frequency response and the bottom end is more open.

Op Amps

SL-2520 Red Dots: Built by Scott Liebers, these are designed to match the Huntington and Melville NY op amps from the 70's.

Classic Audio Products Inc. has put together one of the best sounding API like preamps out there.
The VP28 is stuffed with a ton of features including:

-Stepped Input Stage (60dB of gain)
-Stepped Output Stage (12dB of gain)
-Two Op Amps (gar2520, gar1731, and other options)
-Two Line Transformers (Litz or Ed Anderson)
-Phase Flip Switch
-Mic/Line switch
-20dB Pad
-Phantom Power
-Three Button Hi Pass Filter (40Hz, 80Hz, and 160Hz)
-dB/Octave Toggle switch for Filter (-6dB or -12dB/octave)

These preamps can accomplish the clean "LA Sound" as well as an overdriven sound reminiscent of British preamps.
These pre's have an amazing presence and give a full bodied sound to any mic. They are great on condensers as well as some lower output microphones such as the SM7B or a ribbon mic.
The VP28 doesn't just stop at being a stellar mic pre though, if you put it into Line Mode (de-select Mic) the VP28 will properly load the input for any line level device. This means you can now reamp some lack-luster tracks through the VP28 and give them some of the power and drive they may have been missing before.
All units are 100% VPR Alliance compliant.
I am located in Los Angeles area and have built a ton of gear for a multitude of audio industry professionals.
I also can BTO any kit from CAPI, Hairball Audio and Sound Skulptor.
If you have a DIY project you want built from another manufacture I am sure I can build it as well!
If you have any questions feel free to reach out!

Happy Recordings!