Warm Audio WA-MPX
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Warm Audio
WA-MPX
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The WA-MPX is a fantastic single-channel preamp for adding serious vibe to vocals or instruments. The combination of discrete circuitry, CineMag transformers, and those three tubes gives it a really pleasing, saturated tone—it’s perfect for anyone chasing that classic, analog warmth without the price tag of a vintage console. It's a great choice for singer-songwriters, home studios, or anyone wanting to add some character to their recordings.
Product Description
- Warm Audio WA-MPX
- 1-Channel Microphone and Instrument Preamp
- Fully discrete
- hand-built design with 3 tubes per channel
- Tape saturation adds harmonic distortion and compression
- 90 dB gain
- CineMag USA transformers
- High quality (2x) 12AX7 and (1x) 12AU7 vacuum tubes
- High Gain control activates the third tube in the circuit for an additional 20 dB (from 70 dB to 90 dB)
- 48 V phantom power and polarity switch
- "Tone" circuit changes the impedance of the input transformer
- 80 Hz high-pass filter
- 2 kHz low-pass filter
- Inputs: XLR microphone input
- TS jack instrument input and TRS jack line input
- Outputs: XLR / TRS line level
- VU meter level meter
- Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 483 x 179 x 89 mm
- Weight: 3.7 kg
- • Discrete circuitry and CineMag transformers deliver a thick, vintage warmth.
- • Three tubes per channel offer substantial gain and harmonic saturation.
- • The 'Tone' circuit subtly alters input impedance, shaping signal character.
- • High-pass filter and low-pass filter provide useful tonal shaping options.
- • The hefty weight (nearly 8 lbs) makes it less portable for mobile setups.
- • Limited to a single channel, restricting use in multi-mic recording scenarios.
- • Tube-driven design means potential for noise if gain staging isn't meticulous.
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