Warm Audio WA-MPX

The WA-MPX is an authentic reproduction of the most revered microphone tube preamp that pioneered the birth of rock ‘n' roll & radio-ready hits. During the golden-era of tape recording, this style of vintage tube preamp became the signature sound in the signal chain of hit recordings including Elvis Presley, Les Paul, and Bing Crosby - and is a sound that is still pursued by today's biggest artists.

With premium components, true-to-original circuit design, and tape saturation control, the WA-MPX authentically reproduces all the analog tone of the original to bring vintage warmth & color to your sound.

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AUTHENTIC REPRODUCTION OF THE MOST REVERED TAPE-ERA TUBE MIC PREAMP:

: The WA-MPX is based on the 351-style tube preamplifier found in American tape machines that pioneered the birth of rock ‘n' roll & radio-ready hits.

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POWER & VERSATILITY FOR A WIDER RANGE OF ANALOG TONE:

: Delivering an impressive 300v of raw power & 90dB of tube gain, WA-MPX achieves clean gain & powerful volume, that pushes the tubes to saturate just like the most timeless analog gear.

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PREMIUM COMPONENTS & HANDWIRED CONSTRUCTION FOR AN AUTHENTIC VINTAGE EXPERIENCE:

: Hand-assembled with three premium tubes per channel paired with custom-wound true-to-spec USA CineMag transformers, the WA-MPX authentically reproduces all the analog tone of the original.

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SELECTABLE, ALL-ANALOG TAPE SATURATION:

: WA-MPX uses discrete analog components that provide compression, saturation, and non-linear frequency response for authentic tape-era reel-to-reel sound at 15IPS.

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HI-PASS (80HZ) & LOW-PASS (2KHZ) FILTERS TO REFINE TONE:

: The 2kHz low-pass filter allows you to further shape and focus your tone, dialing in ultimate midrange warmth & punch. The 80Hz hi-pass filter helps remove unwanted bass noise from unruly sources.

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HAND-INSPECTED & TESTED AT WARM AUDIO HQ IN AUSTIN, TEXAS:

: Carefully inspected at Warm Audio Headquarters in Austin, Texas by trained engineers & musicians with a passion for helping you sound your best.

• Authentic Reproduction Of The Most Revered Tape-Era Tube Preamp

• Fully Discrete, Hand-Built Construction With 3 Tubes Per Channel For Ultimate Analog Tone

• Selectable Tape Saturation Adds Harmonic Distortion & Natural Compression

• 90dB Of Analog Tube Gain Per Channel

• Custom-Wound, Large-Core CineMag USA Transformers

• Mic Input: 600Ω Transformer (6000Ω Rated)

• Mic Input With "Tone" Engaged: 150Ω Transformer (1500Ω Rated)

• Premium (2X) 12AX7 & (1X) 12AU7 Vacuum Tubes

• 600Ω Output Attenuator

• Engage High Gain Control For An Added 20db (From 70db To 90db) Of Clean Gain For Low-Output Mics And Low-Volume Sources

• 48v Phantom Power & Polarity Switch

• Classic Warm Audio Tone Control That Alters The Input Transformer Impedance Adding Extra Analog Color

• 80Hz High-Pass Filter To Control Unruly Bass Frequencies

• 2kHz Low-Pass Filter To Focus Preamp Power & Warmth On Mids For Added Punch

• Inputs: XLR Mic, TS Instrument & TRS Line.

• Outputs: XLR / TRS Line Level

• VU Meter Level Indication

• Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz

• Aluminum Faceplate, Steel Chassis, & Vintage Bakelite-Style Knobs

• Internal IEC 115v/230v Power Inlet