The WA-2MPX is an authentic reproduction of the vintage tape machine tube preamp that started the birth of rock ‘n’ roll known for pure analog warmth, delivering an impressive 300v of raw power & 90dB of tube gain. During the golden era of tape recording, the original 351-style tube preamp became the kings of studio tech and signature sound in the signal chain of hit recordings for artists including Elvis Presley, Bing Crosby, Les Paul, Nat King Cole, and Roy Orbison and producers like Steve Albini- a timeless sound that continues to be pursued by elite audio engineers today. With premium components, true-to-original circuit design, and selectable tape saturation, the WA-2MPX authentically reproduces all the analog tone of the original to bring vintage warmth & color to your sound.
Warm Audio WA-2MPX Features
- Authentic Reproduction Of The Most Revered Tape-Era Tube Preamp
- Fully Discrete, Hand-Built Construction With 3 Tubes Per Channel For Ultimate Analog Tone
- Selectable Tape Saturation Adds Harmonic Distortion & Natural Compression
- 90dB Of Analog Tube Gain Per Channel
- Custom-Wound, Large-Core CineMag USA Transformers
- Premium (2X) 12AX7 & (1X) 12AU7 Vacuum Tubes
- 600Ω Output Attenuator
- Engage High Gain Control For An Added 20db (From 70db To 90db) Of Clean Gain For
- Low-Output Mics And Low-Volume Sources
- 48v Phantom Power & Polarity Switch
- Classic Warm Audio Tone Control That Alters The Input Transformer Impedance Adding
- Extra Analog Color
- 80Hz High-Pass Filter To Control Unruly Bass Frequencies
- 2kHz Low-Pass Filter To Focus Preamp Power & Warmth On Mids For Added Punch
- VU Meter Level Indication
- Aluminum Faceplate, Steel Chassis, & Vintage Bakelite-Style Knobs
- Internal IEC 115v/230v Power Inlet
- WA-2MPX Dual-Channel Tube Mic Preamp1
- Mic Input600Ω Transformer (6000Ω Rated)
- Mic Input With “Tone” Engaged150Ω Transformer (1500Ω Rated)
- InputsXLR Mic, TS Instrument & TRS Line.
- OutputsXLR / TRS Line Level
- Frequency Response20Hz-20kHz
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