The Elysia skulpter 500 is an advanced microphone preamp that offers exceptional sound quality thanks to its fully discrete Class-A topology and precisely controlled gain based on resistors. This versatile module delivers a natural, detailed sound that perfectly complements any microphone. Additionally, with two stages of saturation/filtering and an intelligent compressor, it’s possible to achieve a professional sound right from the recording stage.
In addition to working with microphones, the Elysia skulpter 500 excels as a DI box, handling signals from guitars, basses, synthesizers, and effects with remarkable clarity and dynamics. Features like precise gain control, adjustable high-pass filter, and multifunction meter make the Elysia skulpter 500 a complete solution for professional recordings in any studio environment.
Key Features
- Class-A topology: Discrete audio path delivering pristine sound
- Precise gain staging: 3–65 dB range, ideal for low-output microphones like ribbon mics
- Dual Sound Shaper: Adjustable saturation and filters for instruments and vocals
- Intelligent compressor: Musical and automatic dynamic control
- Variable low-cut filter: Tailored cleanup of low frequencies for optimal mixes
- High-headroom DI input: Supports a wide range of instrument signals
- Precise controls: Stepped knobs for repeatable settings
- Additional features: 48V phantom power, polarity reverse, signal mute
Specifications
- Gain range: 3–65 dB (1.5/2 dB steps)
- Frequency response: 10 Hz – 170 kHz (-3 dB)
- THD+N: 0.007% at +6 dBu (20 Hz – 22 kHz)
- Noise floor: -97 dBu (3 dB gain, A-weighted)
- Input sensitivity: Mic: 13.6 kΩ; DI: 1 MΩ
- Maximum level: Mic/DI: +19 dBu; Output: +21 dBu
- Additional functions: High-pass filter, compressor, multifunction meter
- Format: 500 Series module (single slot)
- Power consumption: ±16V DC
- Dimensions & weight: Standard 500 series module