Warm Audio WA-MPX – single-channel tube microphone preamp, authentic reproduction of the revered 351-style tube preamps from the tape era, known for pioneering rock 'n' roll and radio-ready hits. Delivers the sonic signature of vintage inspirations, offering high-headroom analog warmth that can range from ultra clean to rude and saturated. Handwired circuit with custom CineMag transformers and three tubes, providing up to 90dB of gain when the high-gain switch is engaged. Ideal for applications such as warm, rich vocals that sit prominently in a mix without high-end harshness. Includes Tone control for altering input transformer impedance, Tape Saturation for emulating tape machines, and switchable filters for managing bass and high frequencies, making it suitable for professional recording experiences.
MAIN FEATURES
- Authentic reproduction of the 351-style tape-era tube mic preamp, delivering analog warmth
- Handwired circuit with custom CineMag transformers and three tubes for up to 90dB of gain with the high-gain switch engaged
- Tone control alters input transformer impedance from 600Ω to 150Ω, adding "air" or "sheen" to the top end, ideal for ribbons or darker mics
- High-gain switch provides an additional 20dB of tube gain, useful for lower output dynamic and ribbon mics
- Tape Saturation control adds focused tone filtering to emulate the sound of tape machines running at 15IPS, enhancing program material for mixing and mastering
- Switchable 80 Hz high pass filter to remove unruly bass noise before recording
- 2 kHz low pass filter to chop off upper-mids and harsh highs for a Lo-Fi sound
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Channels: Single-channel
- Maximum gain: 90dB with high-gain switch engaged
- Input transformer impedance: Switchable between 600Ω and 150Ω
- Tape Saturation circuit: Emulates tape machine sound
- Filters: 80 Hz high pass filter, 2 kHz low pass filter
- MSRP: $799
