For sale: AMS Neve 8801 1U channel strip — premium 88RS-derived preamp, four‑band parametric EQ, 88RS-style compressor/gate, routing and Total Recall via USB. High-quality Marinair transformer preamp with 70 dB gain, +26 dBu headroom, 48V phantom, phase reverse and 20 dB pad. Optional A/D conversion (PCM to 192 kHz / DSD) if fitted. Fully functional, studio‑tested, sounds warm and musical — ideal for vocals, instruments, and hybrid analogue/digital setups.

Condition: Cosmetic signs of use (minor rack rash) — unit is fully operational and recently bench‑tested. Includes power cable and USB recall cable. No original box. Shipping from the Netherlands; local pickup possible.

Price & trade: Asking €2100 or best offer. Open to trade for a Manley Core Reference (cash top‑up possible). Contact for additional photos or audio demos.

Detailed listing Overview The AMS Neve 8801 is essentially a standalone 88RS channel strip in a 1U format — Neve’s transformer-coupled Marinair mic pre, a musical four‑band EQ with two fully parametric mids, and dynamics modeled on the 88RS compressor/gate. It includes flexible routing (EQ before/after dynamics, sidechain options), recall via USB, and optional high‑quality A/D conversion (PCM to 192 kHz and DSD) with AES/SPDIF outputs when the converter card is installed.

Why I’m selling: It’s an outstanding piece of gear but a bit too advanced for my current needs as a hobbyist; I’d prefer it goes to someone who’ll use it regularly.

What’s included

• AMS Neve 8801 main unit (1U)
• IEC power cable
• USB cable for Recall
• Recent bench test report (available on request)
• Photos of actual unit (see gallery)

Key specs (short)

• Marinair transformer mic pre, 70 dB gain, +26 dBu headroom
• Phantom 48V, phase reverse, 20 dB pad
• 4-band EQ: 2 fully parametric mids (±20 dB), switchable bell/shelf on HF/LF, Q 0.7–2.0
• Dynamics: 88RS-style compressor & gate, variable attack/release, 5-stage GR meter, stereo link
• Routing: reorder EQ/dynamics/insert; sidechain options
• Recall via USB; optional A/D: PCM to 192kHz / DSD, SPDIF/AES/DSD outputs

Condition & testing

• Cosmetic: minor rack wear and a small paint chip on left edge (photos included).
• Functional: all controls and meters work; preamp and EQ pass audio at all settings; compressor/gate function as expected; recall reads/writes presets.

Shipping & payment

• Located in the Netherlands. Local pickup welcome in [your city]. I can ship within the EU — FREE shipping EXCLUDED INSURANCE Payment by bank transfer, PayPal (friends/family or buyer covers fees), or cash on pickup.

Asking price and trades

• Asking €2100 OBO. Open to trade offers — especially a Manley Core Reference; happy to add/receive cash to balance a fair deal.

Message me for more photos, a short audio demo, or impedance/load screenshots. I’ll respond quickly and can provide serial number on request.

• Studio-grade Neve mic pre with transformer warmth
• Recallable analog channel strip — saves time in sessions
• Flexible routing and surgical EQ plus musical character
• Fully tested and ready to use; trade considered for Manley Core Reference