Heritage Audio HA73EQ Elite

Heritage Audio HA-73 EQ Elite – premium 1-channel Class-A mic preamp/EQ in 1RU rackmount, inspired by Neve 1073. Delivers 80dB gain, Carnhill transformers for warmth, and musical EQ for vocals, instruments. Ultra-low noise (-127dBu EIN), high headroom (+26dBu output).

Mic/line pre with variable impedance (300/1200Ω), 48V phantom, phase reverse, -20dB pad, HPF (18/80/160/300Hz). 3-band EQ: LF shelf (35/60/110/220Hz), HMF bell (240/360/440/600/1.6k/3.1k/5.6k/7.2k/10.8k/16kHz), HF shelf (10/12/16/20kHz), ±18dB. JFET DI (10MΩ). LED metering.

Handbuilt in Spain for authentic Neve tone with modern reliability.

MAIN FEATURES

• Class-A mic pre: 80dB gain, Carnhill input/output transformers
• Variable mic impedance: 300/1200Ω
• 48V phantom, phase reverse, -20dB pad, HPF (18/80/160/300Hz)
• 3-band EQ: LF/HF shelving, HMF bell, ±18dB, stepped pots
• JFET DI: 10MΩ impedance
• LED metering: 6-segment (-27 to +26dBu)
• 1RU rackmount, external PSU
• Handbuilt with WIMA caps, Vinkor inductors

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Inputs: 1 x XLR mic/line (balanced), 1 x 1/4" TS DI
• Outputs: 1 x XLR line (balanced)
• Gain: 80dB max (mic), 50dB (line)
• Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz ±0.5dB
• THD + Noise: <0.0005% @1kHz
• EIN: -127dBu (150Ω source)
• Max Output: +26dBu
• Power Supply: External 24V DC
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 19 x 1.75 x 6.5 in (1RU)
• Weight: 5 lbs
• Included: HA-73 EQ Elite, PSU
• Product Code: HA73EQELITE