The WA73 recreates the most iconic British console sound made famous by legendary recordings from the 60s and beyond. Known for delivering rich, full analog warmth, the original became the foundation of classic rock and was the centerpiece of countless timeless hits. The sound of those famed console preamps can be heard on recordings by The Beatles, U2, Kendrick Lamar, Led Zeppelin, and many more.The WA73 delivers the perfect balance of “unmistakably analog” tone & clarity that every engineer is chasing. With 80 dB of gain and a discrete Carnhill Transformer balanced signal path, the 73 series delivers the unmistakable sound of the original British console preamps. Featuring hand-wired construction using premium components that all receive dedicated individual testing in Texas, the 73 series delivers the necessary quality to upgrade your sound to studio-grade.

Product Features

• Handwired and Hand-Assembled, Single-Channel 1073-Style Preamplifier
• Fully Discrete, Class A, Transformer-Balanced Circuitry
• UK-Made Carnhill Transformers
• 80dB of Gain Handles Any Type of Microphone, Including Low-Output Ribbons
• Resistor-Stepped Rotary Gain Switch for Easy Recall
• Tone Button Changes Input Transformer Impedance for Mic Optimization and Tonal Shaping
• 4-Position Inductor-Based Highpass Filter, Selectable For Off, 50, 80, 160, or 300Hz
• LED Level Indication Meter
• Polarity Switch, Ground Lift Switch
• Internal IEC 115V/230V Power Inlet

Attributes

• Color: Black

Technical Specifications

• Type: Solid State
• # of Channels: 1
• Dimensions: 1" H x 19" W x 7.25" D
• Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (Hi-Z), 1 x XLR (mic), 1 x 1/4" (line)
• Outputs: 1 x XLR, 1 x 1/4"
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz +/-.5 dB
• Rack Spaces: 1U