Warm Audio WA73 Microphone Preamp - Secondhand

Full Description

Single-Channel Preamp

The WA73 utilises Class-A, fully-discrete electronics for optimal audio fidelity. The versatile design means it can work with a variety of equipment including Condenser & Ribbon microphones. As well as being highly suited to a range of studio microphones, the WA73 is also great for a wide variety of instruments. From electric guitars and basses to drums, percussion, keyboards and more; the WA73 ensures optimal audio performance throughout.

In-Depth Tone Control & Functionality

One of the most unique features of the Warm Audio WA73, is the hand-wired and hand-assembled design. The comprehensive yet ergonomic control section is comprised of a 80dB gain switch, as well as a Tone button and a 4-position inductor based hipass filter. The Tone control changes the input transformer impedance, resulting in a varied tone for added flexibility, ideal for use with instruments and vocals alike. With 80dB of gain in total, the preamp gives you more than enough headroom to process a range of instruments and microphone types. The hipass filter is great for removing unwanted low-end response, highly useful when it comes to recording microphones and high-end-based instruments.

Versatile Connectivity

It features a vast range of connectivity, allowing you to connect a variety of external musical instruments and equipment. It boasts an XLR mic input, line-level TRS input, TS Send/Receive insert jacks, as well as XLR & TRS line-level outputs. A direct input is also included for processing and recording instruments such as electric guitars. There is also an output control potentiometer for controlling your levels with ease.

Rack-Mountable Design

The streamlined and ergonomic layout provides annotated controls with high-quality fittings, optimising your workflow. The WA73 utilises tantalum and polystyrene capacitors and an output transistor choice for a smooth response when the gain settings are pushed. Additionally, it boasts built-in 48V Phantom Power, a Polarity switch, a ground lift switch and a built-in LED level meter.

Features

• Single channel, class A microphone preamp
• UK made Carnhill Transformers
• Hand wired, hand assembled
• 80dB of gain - resistor stepped gain switch
• Fully discrete
• TONE button - Changes input transformer impedance for varying tone
• Polarity switch
• 48v phantom power
• 4 position inductor based hipass filter - 50, 80, 160, 300 Hz
• XLR mic input
• Line level TRS input
• TS Send/Receive insert jacks
• XLR & TRS line level outputs
• Direct in, instrument input
• Output control
• LED level indication
• 19" rackable
• Ground lift switch
• Internal IEC 115v/230v power inlet