The Radial JDV-Pre stands out as one of the eight meticulously crafted modules, meticulously curated to form the Radial Workhorse Rack and Mixer System. This innovative system seamlessly integrates the widely acclaimed 500 series platform with a remarkably versatile patching system, providing you with the tools to forge the ultimate studio environment.

Designed with precision, the Radial JDV-Pre is not just another preamplifier; it's an instrument-focused marvel crafted to capture the innate tone and unique character of your instruments. Unlike traditional mic preamps that revolve around 'the microphone,' the JDV-Pre is exclusively dedicated to the myriad of pickups, ensuring a pristine signal transfer devoid of distortion or artifacts.

At the heart of its design lies a 100% discreet class-A amplifier for optimal signal transfer. What sets it apart is the groundbreaking elimination of negative feedback loops in the front end, a departure from conventional designs that stabilize circuits but introduce phase-cancellation, ultimately degrading the signal. The JDV-Pre introduces Drag Control load correction, allowing engineers to fine-tune the instrument pickup load for the most authentic rendering.

The pursuit of perfection extends further, ensuring an incredibly quiet operation, especially when configured for piezo pickups. The Accustate gain control not only grants complete control over the signal path but also maintains an impeccable signal-to-noise ratio at all levels. Acoustic instruments benefit from a fully variable high-pass filter, delicately rolling off the low end to eliminate unwanted body resonance while enhancing their placement in the mix.

For instrument microphones, the JDV-Pre features a transformer-coupled balanced mic input with optional 48V phantom power for condenser microphones. Connection is streamlined through the standard 500 series rack XLR input. Despite being a previously used item showing signs of cosmetic wear, rest assured it remains fully operational, delivering its intended functionality with unwavering reliability. Elevate your studio experience with the Radial JDV-Pre—a testament to precision and excellence in audio engineering.