SPL Track One Mk3 Premium – Channel Strip with Lundahl Transformer

The SPL Track One Mk3 Premium is an enhanced version of the Track One Mk3, featuring a high-quality Lundahl input transformer for superior signal integrity and harmonic warmth. The transformer adds up to 14 dB of passive gain, relieving the preamp and reducing noise, making it ideal for capturing vocals, acoustic instruments, and ribbon microphones.

Key Features

• Lundahl Input Transformer: Adds natural warmth and depth while improving low-end clarity.
• High-Quality Mic & Instrument Preamps: Transparent sound with up to 63 dB of gain.
• De-Esser: Removes sibilance without affecting tonal character.
• Compressor/Limiter: Auto-adaptive compression with natural response.
• Analog Equalizer: Semi-parametric low/mid and mid/high bands, plus Air band at 19 kHz.
• Highpass Filter: Reduces rumble and low-end noise below 80 Hz.
• True Analog Processing: Process line signals from a DAW as an “analog plugin.”
• Compressor Link: Synchronize compression settings in stereo setups.

Premium Sound with Lundahl Transformers

The Track One Mk3 Premium version includes a Lundahl input transformer, commonly found in legendary recording equipment. This adds subtle harmonic coloration, enhances low-frequency response, and improves transient detail, making it a perfect choice for engineers who demand analog warmth with precision.

Specifications

Analog Inputs & Outputs:

• Mic Preamp: +10.6 dBu Max Input Gain
• Line Input: +33.5 dBu Max Input Gain
• Instrument Input: +21.5 dBu Max Input Gain
• Balanced XLR & TRS connections

Frequency Response & Noise:

• Mic Preamp Frequency Response: 10 Hz – 195 kHz
• Noise (A-weighted, 30 dB Gain, 150Ω Load): -94.5 dBu
• Noise (A-weighted, 50 dB Gain, 150Ω Load): -79 dBu
• Equivalent Input Noise (EIN): -126.8 dBu

Power Supply:

• Internal Linear Power Supply with Shielded Toroidal Transformer
• Phantom Power: 48V
• Mains Voltage: 115V / 230V AC, switchable
• Power Consumption: 15W max

Dimensions & Weight:

• W x H x D: 482 x 44 x 210 mm (19 x 1.73 x 8.27 in.)
• Weight: 3.4 kg (7.49 lbs.)

The SPL Track One Mk3 Premium is the ultimate channel strip for professional engineers seeking the highest sound quality, harmonic warmth, and precise signal processing.