Warm Audio WA273 Dual-Channel Microphone Preamp 323646 860191002104
$ 1,099.00
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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