Thermionic culture EarlyBird 2.2

Although the mic preamplifier is probably the most important element in the audio signal path, it often has the least capable solid-state circuitry in the mixing console.
The EarlyBirds, of which the Thermionic Culture EarlyBird 2.2 is the youngest, have therefore been designed to be the best microphone preamplifiers on the market. Indeed, the EarlyBird benefits from a symmetrical double-triode Push-Pull circuit, which allows for ultra-low noise and distortion levels and a clear, warm and very homogeneous sound. In addition, as the Earlybird 2.2 offers an extended frequency response without any phase shift, it is the preamplifier par excellence for recording classical or rock music.
It has a very effective simplified equalizer for the correction of high, mid and low frequencies in the feedback circuit (switchable). The high-pass filter has been designed to operate normally when the setting is set to low values, to provide a more subtle effect at the two highest values, and to attenuate midrange frequencies when used in conjunction with boost. activates low frequencies.
Earlybird 2.2 does not remain idle near the console! The separate line input allows it to be used as a tube EQ so it can produce exceptionally rich distortion when needed. The Output Trim control is located after the channels (like on the Phoenix), and when set to a low value you can get an overdriven sound by turning up the Gain control.