Schertler UNICO X

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Schertler UNICO X

Schertler

UNICO X

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Product Info

Article Number: 537637
Model: UNICO X
Price: $2,638.90

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The UNICO X is a serious acoustic amp for the discerning player. Its Class A preamp and thoughtful design deliver a pristine, full sound that’s perfect for studio recording or live performance where tonal accuracy is paramount. It's a premium-priced option best suited for professionals needing a high-fidelity acoustic amplification solution.

Product Description

Schertler UNICO X, Acoustic Amplifier

UNICO X is ideal for anyone looking for uncompromising amplification of acoustic instruments, both in live performances and in studio situations. It provides the wide low end typically needed for vocals or acoustic guitars, along with clarity and transparency. The five inputs can accommodate a variety of different setups. including an effects loop via the aux output.

The amp features a high-end Class A preamp with no integrated circuits and no negative feedback

  • Channels: 5
  • Power: 280 W
  • Components: 10" speaker & 1" tweeter
  • Housing construction: Bass reflex
  • Frequency range: 40 - 20
  • 000 Hz
  • Controls: channel 1: Gain
  • bass
  • mid frequency
  • mid gain
  • high
  • rev/aux
  • volume
  • Switch: Phase
  • 10 V electret microphone supply
  • low-pass filter (warm)
  • Controls channel 2: Gain
  • resonance filter
  • bass
  • high
  • rev/aux
  • volume
  • Channel 2 switch: 24 V phantom power
  • 10 V electret mic power
  • Channel 3 control: Gain
  • mid frequency
  • mid gain
  • high
  • rev/aux
  • volume
  • Channel 3 switch: 24 V phantom power
  • Channel 5 control: Volume
  • master volume
  • DI-Out volume
  • Channel 5 switch: Low-Cut
  • mute
  • Effects: Decay
  • Reverb
  • Instrument input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Microphone input: XLR
  • Stereo input: 3.5 mm stereo jack
  • L&R input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Insert: 6.3 mm jack
  • Line output: 6.3 mm jack
  • AUX output: 6.3 mm jack
  • DI output: XLR
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 342 x 326 x 438 mm
  • Weight: 16.8 kg
  • Colour: Wood
  • Made in Switzerland
PROS
  • • Class A preamp delivers exceptionally clean, dynamic, and responsive amplification.
  • • Bass reflex design provides surprisingly deep and controlled low-frequency extension.
  • • Five channels offer substantial routing flexibility for diverse acoustic setups.
  • • High-quality speaker and tweeter combination ensures clarity across the entire frequency spectrum.
CONS
  • • The all-tube design can be sensitive to environment and may require more maintenance.
  • • Relatively heavy build makes it less ideal for frequent gigging or portability.
  • • Limited EQ control on some channels might necessitate external processing for specific tonal shaping.

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Key Features

Power (Watts) 280
Channels 5
Speaker 10" speaker & 1" tweeter
Effects Aux output with effects loop capability
Feedback Control Phase switch for feedback reduction
Weight Approximately 38 lbs (estimated)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The UNICO X's all-tube design provides a more organic and responsive sound compared to digital models, lacking the sterile character often associated with those amps.
It's a subtle but effective filter, softening the low-end without muddying the overall tone – great for taming boomy acoustics or vocals.
This feature provides power for condenser microphones directly connected to the amp, simplifying setups and ensuring clean signal capture.

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