This preamp comes as close as possible to the classical ideal to only amplify the mic's signal in the most neutral way. Fully transparent, no audible noise! It has a very carved out sound, with very steep transient response.
The unit has great functional options and helps avoid operating errors due to its well thought out design. Only the rotational buttons are a bit cheap and small, which is the reason I cannot give it 5 stars for "Verarbeitung". Otherwise it's a perfect product. Make sure you have good microphones as this unit will mercylessly show all their shortcomings.