Warm Audio WA273 Dual-Channel Microphone Preamp 323646 860191002104

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  • SKU: : WA273323646
  • Type:: Recording Devices
  • Brand:: Warm Audio

Description

Key Features: Mic, Line, and Instrument Inputs Insert Sends and Returns Up to 80 dB of Gain Output Level Control Switchable Input Impedance Selectable High-Pass Filter Custom Carnhill Transformers Phantom Power and Polarity Switches Ground-Lift Switch Wired and Assembled by Hand The Warm Audio WA273 is a dual-channel, Class-A microphone preamp designed to provide up to 80 dB of gain for engineers, producers, musicians, and vocalists in mobile-recording rigs and home, project, and commercial studios. It features custom Carnhill transformers and is wired and assembled by hand to deliver the sound and functionality of classic British '73-style preamps.Its inputs include balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS jacks and two front-panel 1/4" TS instrument inputs. Input impedance, polarity, ground lift, and phantom power are switchable. Connect an outboard compressor or equalizer via the 1/4" TS insert send and return jacks. Balanced XLR and 1/4" outputs are fed by output level controls and allow compatibility with most audio interfaces and mixing consoles. The selectable high-pass filter can be set to 50 Hz, 80 Hz, 160 Hz, or 300 Hz for management of unruly bass frequencies. Occupies 1 RU Dual-channel, Class-A mic preamp wired and assembled by hand Created through years of R&D, careful reverse-engineering, and countless hours of auditioning Designed to function and sound like a classic '73-style preamp Fully discrete, transformer-balanced signal path Custom Carnhill transformers saturate sweetly when pushed Tantalum and polystyrene capacitors in the signal path and an output transistor choice that is smooth in high-gain settings Stepped mic pre gain Inductor-based selectable high-pass filter Balanced XLR and 1/4" inputs and outputs Front-panel 1/4" TS instrument inputs 1/4" TS insert sends and returns Output controls with 5-segment LED meters Specifications: Rack Height: 1 RU Number of Channels: 2 Inputs: 2 x XLR 3-pin (balanced). 2 x 1/4" TRS (balanced). 2 x 1/4" TS (unbalanced) Outputs: 2 x XLR 3-pin (balanced). 2 x 1/4" TRS (balanced) Phantom Power: 48 V High-Pass Filter: Off, 50 Hz, 80 Hz, 160 Hz, or 300 Hz Gain Range: Up to 80 dB Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB) Equivalent Input Noise: -111 dBu (unweighted) Power Requirement: 115/230 V, 50/60 Hz Dimensions: 19.0 x 1.8 x 11.5" / 48.3 x 4.4 x 29.2 cm Weight: 14 lb / 6.4 kg Specialties: 2 x 1/4" TS insert sends. 2 x 1/4" TS insert returns. 2 x 5-segment LED meters. Switches for phantom power, polarity, impedance, input source, insert, power, and ground lift Package Weight: 14 lb Box Dimensions (LxWxH): 25 x 16 x 5" In the Box Warm Audio WA273 Dual-Channel Microphone Preamp IEC Cable Limited 1-Year Warranty MPN: 323646 UPC: 860191002104