This auction is for a FACTORY-NEW "U5" with Blue Leds or Original Color from Included are the Blue LEDs for FREE!!!  and Shipping within the "50 US states" FREE!!! It comes with a FACTORY WARRANTY from an AUTHORIZED DEALER and "IDENTITY VERIFIED" eBay seller- Nsight Sound of Denver, Colorado.
		About the Avalon U5... The U5 is in a class of its own. It is an amazing DI with 6-way passive tone selection. Its sound is sublime on almost everthing you put through it - rich an full. The U5 receives our highest recommendation for Bass Guitar and Acoustic Guitar, not only in the studio, but especially for use as a live DI. If you are interested in the U5, you probably already know about its amazing sound and stunning build quality, but if you don't; please, visit either the Avalon Design website or our NsightSound website ( you may choose either the new blue LEDs or Original LEDs, by default items ship with the new cool blue LEDs)  .
	U5 Mono Instrument & DI Preamplifier "My U5 has made me realize the potential of all of my bass equipment. More importantly, it is helping me to realize my own potential as a bass player." - Jeff P., AZ "The U5 is the holy grail for bass guitar. It would be a steal at twice the price." - Daniel S., NJ "I new I was going to like it, I just didn't know how well! I love it!" - Randall S., OH "Wow!! Acoustic guitar has never been better to listen to... magical!" - Adam B., CA The U5 high-voltage DI-preamp combines a unique passive tone selector with a variable gain preamp and filter. The high input impedance accepts a wide variety of signal levels and instruments from acoustic guitars to high-output active bass guitars and keyboards. The U5 direct box is loaded with sonic character and user features professionals demand. U5 FEATURES Pure Class A, 100% discrete design Smooth musical detail and sonic excellence Variable gain preamp to +30dB. Dual microphone and line outputs Hi-Z   3,000,000 ohm input impedance Very low noise -100dB High headroom +30dB Six tone bank selections. DC coupled Class A output for superior bass High cut switch eliminates noise LED active signal indicator Headphone monitor output jack Low distortion less than 0.5% THD and IMD High level 400 watt speaker input Active to thru selector - ground isolation switch 100% discrete power supplies for audio path Internal toroidal power supply for low noise Long lasting, stainless steel hardware            SONIC EXCELLENCE The Avalon U5 Pure Class A instrument DI & preamplifier is the most powerful direct box available today.  Designed to optimize absolute signal integrity and musical performance, the U5 includes many features and sonic excellence unequaled by lesser designs. The U5 is ideal for bass guitar and acoustic instruments, electric guitars, keyboards, synthesizers and low output pickups.  Features include state-of-the-art, high input impedance input stage for zero load effect on sensitive pickups and keyboards, 100% discrete, Pure Class A signal amplifiers, practical user features and rugged hardware designed to deliver true high performance audio for many years.  DESIGNED FOR DEEP & CONTROLLED BASS Avalon U5 DI-preamps have been in use around the world since 1995. They have found their way into the world's leading musicians rigs and recording sessions and been featured on thousands of the best selling (and sounding) albums and live performances. MINIMUM SIGNAL PATH DESIGN The U5 includes a variable gain Class A preamplifier to boost low level pickup signals and a high level speaker input for capturing the live sound of the instruments amplifier. Six passive tone-EQ curves are also included to enhance a variety of acoustic and electric instruments. A high-cut switch eliminates unwanted acoustic pickup and high frequency noise, while a  headphone monitor amp has been included for personal listening. Twin DC coupled Class A output amplifiers drive both low level microphone preamp inputs and high level +4dB inputs for direct to tape recording or processing. The active-to-thru switch selects either the instrument input directly or sends the boosted-equalized signal to the amplifier via the front panel jack. A ground isolation switch eliminates any possible earth loop or AC buzz problems with complete safety. U5 SPECIFICATIONS Circuit Topology: 100% discrete, high-voltage Class A Gain: Switched 3dB steps, maximum gain +30dB Input Impedance: 3 ,000,000 ohm unbalanced (single ended) Maximum Input Level +24dBu unbalanced, 400w speaker input Output Connectors (2): XLR type, pin 2 hot electronic balanced Maximum Output Level (Class A): +30dBu DC coupled, balanced 600 ohms (mic and line out) Headphone Output: 0.5w into 600 ohms Noise 20kHz Unweighted: -100dBu minimum gain position Distortion THD, IMD: 0.1% at +10dB Frequency Response, -/+0.5dB: 5Hz to 100kHz Frequency Response, -3dB: 1Hz to 500kHz (input band limited) High Cut Filter: -3dB at 8kHz minimum phase design Tone Selector: Six position rotary switch, all passive filters AC Power: Internal toroidal AC supply Dimensions: 8.5 x 3.5 x 12 in (216 x 88 x 305mm) Weight-Packed: 12lbs (5.4kg) Rack mount kit (1) RM-1: Single U5 19 inch rack mount kit (holds one half rack unit) Rack mount kit (2) RM-2: Dual U5 19 inch rack mount kit (holds two half rack units)
	(Just so you can see what the Blue LEDs look like) In addition to our Nsightful service and support (yes, you can actually get someone on the phone). We also include FREE domestic U.S. shipping with your purchase. It's our way of saying "Thank You" for choosing us and "We Rock!" all at the same time. If you have any questions; please, don't hesitate to email or call us- (510)-962-0068. Our contact information is on our website as well. Nsightsound Website *Domestic, US, "Buy It Now" winners get the "RM-1" FREE. So your new Avalon will have a safe home. -FREE-  "RM-1"  for U.S. "Buy It Now" winners* --FREE-- $80 value {its the rack mounting hardware for your U5} *Domestic U.S. Bidders- This means we are shipping to you within the 50 U.S. states. (Not US Territories, Military Bases or inbeded in Foreign Countries), If this is you, then you should read this: "Buy it Now" bids get free Domestic U.S. shipping. The shipping carrier is at Nsight Sound's discretion, but...we normally ship UPS. "Best Offer" bids do not get a free "RM-1" unless you specify in your offer "terms", but they do get free domestic U.S. shipping.  And, once again, the shipping carrier is at Nsight Sound's discretion unless specified in offer "terms" by bidder. *Non-Domestic U.S. Bidders: If we are shipping to you outside the 50 United States of America then this is for you to read: "Buy it Now" bids get free International shipping up to $80. The shipping carrier is at Nsight Sound's discretion, but... we normally ship UPS. And, again, Non-domestic U.S. orders do not get a free "RM-1." "Best Offer" bids do not get a free "RM-1" nor any shipping discounts unless you specify in your offer "terms." Non-Domestic U.S. Bidders must have item shipped to the country and state/province specified in your EBay Profile at time of bid acceptance. And, once again, the shipping carrier is at Nsight Sound's discretion unless specified in offer "terms" by bidder. Nsight Sound