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Neve 1053 Mic Pre/3 Band EQ (Used)
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Neve 1053 Mic Pre/3 Band EQ (Used)

Rare early Neve with germanium transistors

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Product Description

Very rare early Neve discrete mic pre with germanium transistors.


"The channel amplifier module type 1053 is designed to raise signals from a microphone or any other source to 0 dBm. A wide range of input impedance is available by means of plug in transformers. the amplifier incorporates a sensitivity switch variable in 10 dB steps enabling signals between -80 dBm and 0 dBm to be accepted. at -20 dBm sensitivity a second unbalanced input is selected for connection to an external line transformer. A switched high pass filter, comprehensive H.F. and L.F. corrections and presence filters are provided."

Front Panel Controls:

  • Sensitivity: Rotary switch giving 10 positions from 0 to -80 dBm (Ref. 600 ohms)
  • High Frequency; continuously variable boost and cut
  • Low frequency selection: 20 - 45 - 70 - 160 - 360 Hz
  • Low frequency amplitude control
  • Presence frequency selection: .7 - 1.2 - 2.4 - 3.8 - 7.0 k Hz
  • Presence amplitude control
  • Hi pass filter: 35 - 60 - 100 - 220 Hz


Serviced/recapped. All pots, switches and card connector edges cleaned. Any faults corrected. Our servicing is regarded as the best in the industry worldwide !

Stereo matching is available. Also, a pair can be VK racked in our 2 channel, 3u chassis or a single can be racked in our 2u, single channel chassis. VK Racks are expertly crafted, coming with 48v, output attenuation pots, XLR i/o's, internal and selectable 110v/220v PSU and 2 year warranty.