The two channel WA-2MPX is an authentic reproduction of the most revered microphone tube preamp that pioneered the birth of rock ‘n’ roll & radio-ready hits. Fully discrete, hand-built construction with 3 tubes per channel for ultimate analog tone
Warm Audio WA-2MPX Two Channel Analog Tube Microphone Preamp Features:
- 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
- 90 dB of analog tube gain per channel
- Custom-wound, large-core CineMag USA transformers
- High gain control engages the third tube in the circuit for an added 20 dB (from 70 dB to 90 dB) 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
- 80 Hz high-pass filter to control unruly bass frequencies
- 2 kHz low-pass filter to focus preamp power & warmth on mids for added punch
- Tape saturation adds harmonic distortion & natural compression for authentic analog grit
- VU meter level indication
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, Kurt Cobain, 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-2MPX authentically reproduces all the analog tone of the original to bring vintage warmth & color to your sound.
Authentic Reproduction of The Most Revered Tape-Era Tube Mic Preamp:
The WA-2MPX is based on the 351-style tube preamplifier found in American tape machines that pioneered the birth of rock ‘n’ roll & radio-ready hits.
Power & Versatility for A Wider Range of Analog Tone:
Delivering an impressive 300V of raw power & 90 dB of tube gain, WA-2MPX achieves clean gain & powerful volume, that pushes the tubes to saturate just like the most timeless analog gear.
Premium Components & Hand-Wired 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-2MPX authentically reproduces all the analog tone of the original.
Selectable, All-Analog Tape Saturation:
WA-2MPX uses discrete analog components that provide compression, saturation, and non-linear frequency response for authentic tape-era reel-to-reel sound at 15IPS.
Hi-Pass (80 Hz) & Low-Pass (2 kHz) Filters to Refine Tone:
The 2 kHz low-pass filter allows you to further shape and focus your tone, dialing in ultimate midrange warmth & punch. The 80 Hz hi-pass filter helps remove unwanted bass noise from unruly sources.
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.
