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Universal Audio LA-610 MkII Classic Tube Mic Preamp
Universal Audio LA-610 MkII Classic Tube Mic Preamp

Universal Audio LA-610 MkII Classic Tube Mic Preamp

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MPN: LA610M2D
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The LA-610 MkII combines a hand-built in the USA, all-tube, vintage mic preamp design — heard on classic albums by Coldplay, The Beach Boys, and Van Halen — with authentic Teletronix T4 opto-compression circuitry.

This classic channel strip design, with its warm preamp tone and smooth, natural-sounding compression, is updated with modern, user-requested features like true compressor bypass, larger metering, increased output, and an auto-switching power supply.

The LA-610 MkII is based on the legendary console modules developed by Bill Putnam in the 60's. Noted for their musical character and warmth, innumerous classics by artists ranging from Frank Sinatra to Coldplay, Van Halen to Pet Sounds, have been recorded using the 610 preamp. The LA-610 MkII will impart the same silky, vintage warmth of the original console’s mic amp design to your sources.

Universal Audio LA-610 MkII Features

  • All-tube mic preamp design derived from legendary Bill Putnam-designed 610 modular console
  • Authentic Teletronix LA-2A-style T4 opto-compressor section
  • MkII exclusive features include: true compressor bypass, larger metering, increased output, and auto-switching power supply
  • Mic pre with Gain and Level controls, variable impedance switching, and instrument DI for recording tone “color”
  • High and Low frequency shelving EQ
  • Complete vintage channel strip at groundbreaking price within project studio reach
  • UA build quality and heritage, audiophile components, hand-assembled in the USA
  • Backed by 1-Year limited warranty
  • LA-610 MkII Classic Tube Mic Preamp1
  • Microphone Input Impedance Selectable, 500Ω (ohms) or 2kΩ
  • Balanced Line Input Impedance 20kΩ
  • Hi-Z Input Impedance Selectable between 2.2 MΩ or 47 kΩ
  • Maximum Microphone Input Level -8 dBu (2k input impedance and 15 dB Pad in)
  • Maximum Output Level +23 dBu (120 VAC line)
  • Internal Output Impedance 80Ω
  • Recommended Minimum Load 600Ω
  • Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz +0.5 dB
  • Maximum Gain 40 dB (Line), +77dB (Mic)
  • Noise Floor -72 dBu, 20 Hz - 20kHz (Line in, unity gain)
  • Compressor Ratio ~3:1, soft knee, program dependent
  • Limiter Ratio ~∞:1, soft knee, program dependent
  • Attack Time ~10 ms, program dependent
  • Release Time Dual stage: ~60 ms for 50% release, then 1 - 15 seconds, program dependent
  • Tube Complement (3) 12AX7, (1) 12AT7, (1) EL84
  • Power Requirements 100V / 120V / 240V
  • Power Consumption ~ 30 watts
  • Power Connector Detachable IEC power cable
  • Dimensions (WxHxD), two rack spaces19x3.5x12.25
  • Weight 12 lbs

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