Glensound GS‑1U‑048 Single Rackmount Mic Preamp

The Glensound GS-1U-048 single rackmount mic preamp is a 1U 19″ unit providing a single high quality microphone amplifier with gain control and dual line-level outputs for broadcast applications.

Product overview

The Glensound GS-1U-048 is a single channel microphone preamplifier housed in a 1U 19″ subrack, intended for use where a dedicated, broadcast-grade mic amp is required in a fixed installation. It provides clean gain, robust headroom and simple front-panel control, making it suitable as a utility preamp for commentary, announce or effects microphones.

Key features

  • Single high quality microphone preamp in a 1U 19″ rackmount chassis
  • Front-panel gain control for precise input level adjustment
  • Two independent line-level outputs for feed redundancy or parallel destinations
  • Balanced microphone input on XLR for professional sources
  • Internal AC power supply for reliable fixed installation
  • Rugged construction designed for 24/7 broadcast operation
  • Simple, clearly laid out front panel suited to operational areas
  • Ideal as a utility mic amp in studios, control rooms and OB racks

Connectivity and I/O

The GS-1U-048 accepts a balanced microphone input on the rear-panel XLR connector and provides two line-level outputs, allowing the same mic signal to be routed to separate consoles, recorders or backup chains. The internal AC power supply removes the need for external adapters and simplifies installation in fixed racks. It can be deployed alongside other broadcast audio interfaces and audio mixers wherever a dedicated mic preamp is required in the signal path.

In operation

In daily use the Glensound GS-1U-048 offers straightforward control with a single gain knob and clear metering, so operators can quickly set appropriate levels without specialist training. Engineers benefit from predictable performance and the convenience of a self-contained 1U device that can be dropped into existing racks as a fixed mic input. Within Glensound-based plants the GS-1U-048 integrates neatly with other units from the Glensound broadcast audio range, providing a simple way to add a reliable, dedicated microphone preamp channel wherever it is needed.