Heritage Audio HA73EQx2 Elite

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Heritage Audio HA73EQx2 Elite

Heritage Audio

HA73EQx2 Elite

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 448262
Model: HA73EQx2 Elite
Category: Preamps
Price: $1,978.90

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This HA73EQx2 Elite is a serious contender for anyone chasing that iconic 1073 sound. The Carnhill transformers and discrete design really nail the vintage vibe, and the EQ is incredibly versatile. It’s a premium-priced piece, but if you’re recording vocals, guitars, or bass and want a touch of classic British character, this is a fantastic choice.

Product Description

  • Heritage Audio HA73EQx2 Elite
  • Dual Channel Microphone Preamp with Equalizer
  • Based on the 1073
  • Hand-wound Carnhill transformers
  • Completely discreet
  • three-stage microphone preamp
  • Amplification: 80 dB microphone and 50 dB line
  • -20 dB pad
  • LO-Z for switching the input impedance from 1200 to 300 Ohm
  • HP filter at 80 Hz
  • Completely discreet 3-Band vintage EQ with induction coils
  • Hi-Shelf filter at 12 kHz
  • Mid-band
  • switchable between six operating frequencies and OFF
  • Lo-shelf filter
  • switchable between four operating frequencies and OFF
  • Coil-based high-pass filter
  • switchable between four operating frequencies and OFF
  • XLR Microphone input
  • XLR line input
  • XLR line output
  • Instrument input 6.3 mm jack
  • Switchable 48V phantom power
  • Incl. external power supply
  • Housing: 19" / 2 RU
PROS
  • • Carnhill transformers deliver that classic 1073 warmth and punch.
  • • Completely discrete design yields exceptionally clean, low-noise amplification.
  • • Hand-wound components ensure consistent performance and sonic integrity.
  • • Flexible EQ with induction coils offers precise vintage tone shaping.
CONS
  • • The 2RU height might be restrictive in some smaller racks.
  • • Limited routing options compared to more complex, modern preamps.
  • • The instrument input lacks the headroom of dedicated mic preamps.

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Key Features

Channels 2
Preamp Type Discrete, 3-Stage
Gain Range 130 dB (80 dB mic, 50 dB line)
Phantom Power 48V
Connections 2 XLR mic in, 2 XLR line in, 2 XLR line out, 1 x 6.3 mm instrument in
Weight 8.8 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

While it captures the essence of the 1073, it’s a modern interpretation using current components, so there will be subtle differences in character and frequency response.
It uses induction coils in the EQ circuit, which is a key element of the original 1073 design, lending it that authentic vintage tone and response.
Absolutely, the line inputs offer clean gain, but the input impedance might not be ideal for all synths, so experimentation is key.

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