Warm Audio WA12 MKII Discrete Mic Pre

Warm Audio WA12 MKII Discrete Mic Pre Gain staging Many preamps on the market do a good job of increasing the volume of microphones and instruments. Unfortunately, many preamps do only that, raising the volume. Today's "super-clean" designs often leave the signal coming out of the preamp almost the same as it was at the input. If you are looking for a preamp to enhance and shape your signal, you will surely like the WA12 MKII. The WA12 MKII is designed to transform plain instruments and vocals into an exciting tone. If your mixes do not have enough depth, you are struggling for sound, or you are just missing that professional edge you have always wanted, there is a good chance you will love the WA12 MKII. Focused on high performance! The WA12 MKII is a fully discrete, high voltage, dual-transformer mic preamp with high gain (+71dB), high headroom, low noise, and stunning sonic performance - great for all types of recording applications. A high-quality mic preamp is one of the most important parts of achieving the elusive "larger than life" sound, and the WA12 MKII is more than capable of making that a reality. The WA12 MKII is based on the X731 discrete op-amp, which is Warm Audio's reproduction of the classic Melcor 1731, which many professionals consider to be the warmer predecessor to the modern 2520-style op-amp. The X731 can achieve vibrant, clean, and lifelike tones; but it can also be driven into mild saturation at much higher gain levels. The effects can be subtle, but very pleasing to the ear. The WA12 MKII can also accept any discrete op-amp on the market that follows the +/- 16v, 2520 pinout standard. Premium components in every Warm Audio product When developing the WA12 MKII, our ears played a big role in the design process. By using CineMag USA transformers and an all-discrete signal path, the WA12 MKII will have the building blocks to compete with the best sounding preamps on the market. We are very proud to offer such a robust/professional design in a small and affordable package. Specifications: Uses premium CineMag USA input and output transformers. 71dB of gain, fully discrete signal path. Uses a discrete 6-pin socketed 1731-style op-amp. Can be replaced with other 6-pin "520-pin" op-amps for varying tone / flavor. TONE button - switches input impedance from 600 ohms to 150 ohms. Changes the tone of both mic and HI-Z inputs. 2 Meg Ohm True HI-Z Input on the front panel. Sends instrument signal through the entire circuit, including both Cinemag transformers and discrete op-amps. Great for guitars, bass, keyboards, and other instruments that have a 1/4" output jack. Balanced mic input: XLR. Balanced outputs: XLR and 1/4" TRS. 48 volt phantom power. Output attenuation control (after the CineMag output transformer) allows for driving the preamp and transformers into saturation. LED meter gain indication. 20 dB pad. External 24v AC power inlet. Overview of Warm Audio WA12 MKII Discrete Mic Pre Preamplifier in stock in Ukraine