Warm Audio WA-MPX Single/Dual Tube Microphone Preamplifier

Immerse your music in the rich, characterful warmth that defined the golden age of rock and roll. The Warm Audio WA-MPX Single/Dual Tube Microphone Preamplifier is a meticulously crafted homage to the legendary tube microphone preamp that graced countless hit recordings by Elvis Presley, Bing Crosby, and a who's-who of musical giants.

This isn't just a vintage replica – it's a sonic passport to a bygone era. Warm Audio's WA-MPX faithfully captures the essence of the revered 351-style tube preamps that served as the backbone of studios during the "tape era." You'll get the chance to infuse your recordings with the same sonic magic that shaped the sound of a generation – the rich analog character, smooth top end, and pleasing harmonic distortion that made those recordings sing.

Unleash Your Creative Potential: A Versatile Workhorse for Modern Studios
The WA-MPX transcends its nostalgic roots. It's a versatile tool for crafting your sound in the modern studio. Want pristine clarity for delicate vocals or acoustic instruments? The WA-MPX delivers. Need to add a touch of growl to electric guitars or dynamic microphones? Crank it up and unleash the preamp's sonic potential.

Precision Controls for Shaping Your Signature Sound
The WA-MPX goes beyond a simple vintage vibe. It empowers you to meticulously sculpt your sound with a range of professional-grade controls:

High-gain switch: Boasts an impressive 90dB of clean gain, perfect for taming even the quietest sources and capturing every nuance of your performance.
Versatile controls: Input impedance switching allows you to perfectly match the preamp to your microphone for optimal tone. High-pass and low-pass filters provide targeted EQ for removing unwanted rumble or harshness. The classic "tone" control lets you add extra analog color by altering the input transformer impedance. And phantom power ensures compatibility with condenser microphones.
Selectable tape saturation: Add a touch of vintage mojo with this discrete circuit that emulates the sound of 15 IPS tape. It subtly adds natural compression, warmth, and focused tone shaping, giving your tracks that classic "in-the-box" feel.

Built to Last: A Studio Workhorse with Classic Aesthetics
The WA-MPX is more than just a pretty face (well, it is pretty with its brushed aluminum faceplate and vintage-style knobs). It's a professional-grade workhorse built to endure the rigors of the modern studio:

Rugged steel chassis: Provides solid construction and durability, ensuring the WA-MPX can handle the bumps and knocks of everyday use.
Brushed aluminum faceplate & vintage-style knobs: Offers a classic aesthetic that complements any studio environment.
Amber VU meters: Deliver clear visual feedback for precise gain staging, allowing you to optimize your recordings for clarity and power.

Key Features

• Authentic recreation: Capture the iconic sound of the revered tape-era tube preamp, used on countless hit recordings.
  
• Fully discrete, hand-built: Experience the warmth and detail of premium analog circuitry with three tubes per channel.
  
• Selectable tape saturation: Add subtle harmonic distortion and natural compression for a touch of vintage mojo.
  
• Custom CineMag transformers: Premium American-made transformers deliver exceptional headroom and enhance the analog character.
  
• 90dB of clean gain: Effortlessly amplify even the quietest sources for pristine recordings.
  
• Variable input impedance: Perfectly match the preamp to your microphone for optimal tone (600Ω & 150Ω options).
  
• High-gain control: Boost gain by 20dB for low-output microphones and subtle overdrive effects.
  
• Phantom power & polarity switch: Ensures compatibility with condenser mics and provides polarity reversal for phase correction.
  
• Classic "tone" control: Adjust the input transformer impedance for unique tonal variations.
  
• High-pass and low-pass filters: Eliminate unwanted rumble and harshness for focused recordings.
  
• Multiple inputs and outputs: Accommodates microphones, instruments, and line-level sources (XLR, TS, TRS).
  
• Clear VU meters: Precisely monitor gain levels for optimal recording quality.
  
• Rugged construction: Built to last with a steel chassis and stylish aluminum faceplate.
  
• Vintage aesthetic: Classic bakelite-style knobs add a touch of timeless charm.