Chameleon Labs 581-CHAMELEON 500 Series Discrete Class AB Microphone Preamplifier

The Chameleon Labs 581 is a 500 series, discrete, Class ‘AB’ mic preamp module with an extraordinary sonic signature never before obtained at this price level. Its clarity and incredibly solid low end is reminiscent of renowned classic designs. Rich, warm, and musical, the 581 provides detailed results.

Chameleon Labs 581 Features:

• Discrete Class AB Circuit
• API® 500 series compatible card
• Powered by CPS-501 Powered Chassis or any 500 series compatible power supply
• Fully balanced transformer mic input which can be upgraded to a vintage style Carnhill® unit
• Transformer balanced output
• 300 Ohms or 1.2K Ohms mic input selector
• 48VDC phantom power selector
• Hi-Z Direct Input for instruments on the front panel
• Output level control functions as a fader when going straight to D.A.W. ortape
• LED illuminated push buttons for visual confirmation
• LED Metering (Power, Signal, +4dB, Peak)
• One year warranty

Chameleon Labs 581 Specifications:

• Microphone Input Impedance: 300O or 1,200O
• Microphone Amplifier Gain: +25 dB to +80 dB in 5 dB steps.
• Output Impedance: 100O
• Noise: -115.5 dB
• Maximum Output: +26 dB into 600O
• Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20 kHz +/- 1 dB.
• Dimensions and Weight:
  • Weight: 2 lbs (8 oz)
  • Dimensions: Width – 1.5”, Height – 5.25”
• Depth to Rear of Mounting Surface: 5.938” =/- 0.02”
• Power Requirements: +/- 16 V @ = 130 ma, +48 V @ 5 ma