WARM AUDIO WA-2MPX

Description

WA-2MPX - Dual Channel Tube Microphone PreamplifierThe WA-2MPX is an authentic reproduction of the most famous tube microphone preamplifier, a pioneer in the birth of rock 'n' roll. During the golden age of tape recording, this style of vintage tube preamplifier became the signature sound in the signal chain of so many successful recordings, including Elvis Presley, Les Paul, and Bing Crosby, and it is a sound still sought after by today's biggest artists. With premium components, circuit design faithful to the original, and tape saturation control, the WA-2MPX authentically reproduces all the analog flavor of the original to give your sound vintage warmth and color.Authentic Reproduction of the Most Respected Tube Preamplifier of the Tape Recording EraThe WA-2MPX is based on the 351-style tube preamplifier found on American tape machines that sparked the birth of rock 'n' roll and the biggest radio hits of the era.Power and Versatility for a Wide Range of Analog TonesWith an impressive 300V power and 90dB tube gain, the WA-2MPX can reach remarkable levels, capable of pushing the tubes to saturate just like the most iconic analog instruments.Premium Components and Hand Assembly for an Authentic Vintage ExperienceHand-assembled with three premium tubes per channel matched to custom-wound CineMag USA transformers faithful to the original specifications, the WA-2MPX authentically reproduces the analog sounds of the original.Selectable All-Analog Tape SaturationThe WA-2MPX uses discrete analog components that provide compression, saturation, and non-linear frequency response for an authentic 15IPS reel-to-reel sound of the analog era.High-Pass (80Hz) and Low-Pass (2kHz) Filters for Tone ShapingThe 2kHz low-pass filter allows you to further focus and shape the sound, adding warmth and power to the midrange. The 80Hz high-pass filter helps remove unwanted low-end rumble.Inspected and Hand-Tested at Warm Audio HQ in Austin, TexasCarefully inspected at Warm Audio's headquarters in Austin, Texas, by engineers and musicians trained with a passion for helping you sound your best.Technical SpecificationsAuthentic reproduction of the most revered tube preamplifier of the tape eraFully discrete, handcrafted construction with 3 tubes per channel for an authentic analog experienceSelectable tape saturation adds harmonic distortion and natural compression90dB of analog tube gain per channelLarge core custom CineMag USA iron transformersMicrophone input: 600Ω transformer (rated at 6000Ω)Microphone input with "Tone" activated: 150Ω transformer (rated at 1500Ω)Premium tubes (2X) 12AX7 and (1X) 12AU7600Ω output attenuatorHigh Gain control activation for an additional 20 dB of clean gain (from 70 dB to 90 dB) for low-output microphones and low-volume sources48v phantom power and polarity switchClassic Warm Audio tone control that alters the input transformer impedance to add additional analog color80Hz high-pass filter to control unruly low frequencies2kHz low-pass filter to focus the power and warmth of the preamplifier on the mids for increased presenceInputs: XLR microphone, TS instrument, and TRS line.Outputs: XLR / TRS line levelV-Meter for level indicationFrequency response: 20Hz-20kHzAluminum front panel, steel chassis, and vintage-style Bakelite knobsInternal IEC 115v / 230v power inputPopular UsesWide range of available soundsOpen, clean sound provided by 3 tubes per channelNatural harmonic distortion shaping and compression when tubes are pushed"Tape Sat" switch to activate full analog Tape SaturationVintage sound + modern connectivity for use with any hybrid system