Warm Audio WA-412

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Warm Audio WA-412

Warm Audio

WA-412

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 403432
Model: WA-412
Category: Preamps
Price: $1,318.90

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The WA-412 is a seriously good-sounding preamp for tracking vocals, guitars, and bass. Its discrete design and Altran transformers give it a classic, vintage vibe without sounding muddy. It's an excellent choice for home studios or professional environments looking for a premium-priced, focused preamp solution.

Product Description

  • Warm Audio WA-412
  • 4-Channel Microphone and Instrument Amplifier
  • 100% discrete
  • transformer-balanced circuit
  • Altran USA Custom wrapped premium input and output transformers
  • X520 operational amplifiers in each channel (exchangeable if required
  • as plugged on base)
  • 65 dB gain
  • Transmitter-balanced XLR and active instrument inputs
  • Transformer-balanced XLR and jack outputs
  • TONE switch changes the impedance of the microphone and instrument preamp from 600 to 150 ohms
  • -20 dB pad (affects microphone and instrument preamps)
  • +48 V phantom power
  • LED metering
  • Output-Trim control for precise volume control and saturation effects
  • Internal power supply
  • Format: 19 "/ 1U
PROS
  • • Discrete circuit delivers a warm, harmonically rich sound.
  • • Altran transformers impart authentic vintage character and punch.
  • • X520 op-amps offer excellent headroom and tonal flexibility.
  • • TONE switch provides a subtle impedance shift for varied mic/instrument response.
CONS
  • • The 1U height might be restrictive in some rack setups.
  • • Limited routing options compared to more complex mixing consoles.
  • • Build quality, while good, isn't quite on par with higher-end, fully discrete designs.

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Key Features

Channels 4
Preamp Type Discrete, Transformer-Balanced
Gain Range 65 dB
Phantom Power Yes (+48 V)
Connections Transformer-balanced XLR & jack I/O, Active Instrument Inputs
Weight Approximately 11 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It subtly alters the preamp's impedance, offering a slightly different tonal character - darker and more rounded with the 150-ohm setting.
They’re plugged into a base, designed for easy swapping, offering some customization potential for users comfortable with electronics.
It aims to capture a similar warmth and punch, but the 1073 has a more aggressive, mid-forward character – the WA-412 is a bit smoother and more versatile.

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