The FetHead Phantom brings professional-grade audio enhancement directly to your condenser microphone setup with its ultra-low noise, high-quality in-line preamplification technology. This compact yet powerful device utilises proven FET technology to provide up to 18dB of clean boost, eliminating the need to crank your mic preamp and introduce unwanted noise just to achieve acceptable recording levels. Specially engineered for condenser microphones, it works exceptionally well across all condenser mic types and serves as an indispensable tool for mobile recording applications.
The FetHead Phantom proves particularly valuable for camera microphone preamps, significantly lowering the noise floor and providing a genuine upgrade to your recording quality. Its robust metal chassis houses balanced female XLR input and male XLR output connections, making it rugged enough for home studio use, professional recording environments, or touring applications. The unit latches straight onto any XLR-equipped microphone or can be positioned anywhere in the signal path between your microphone and preamp or mixer.
Operating on 48V phantom power, the FetHead Phantom’s circuit design cleverly passes phantom power through from input to microphone, ensuring your condenser mic receives the same phantom power supply it requires. This seamless integration means you can boost your microphone signal without compromising the power delivery to your condenser microphone, making it an essential addition to any serious recording setup.
- Preamp for condenser microphones
- Low noise Class A FET amplifier
- 18 dB amplification (@3000 Ohm load)
- Balanced XLR input/output
- Lots of headroom
- Frequency response 30hz-100khz (+/- 1dB)
- Z-in 1000 Ω
- Circuit is powered with 24-48V phantom power



