Warm Audio WA-73 - 1 Channel British Mic Pre
Warm Audio WA-73 - 1 Channel British Mic Pre
Scan code: LN86916 Manufacturer code: WA-73
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Warm Audio WA-73 - 1 Channel British Mic Pre

Warm Audio WA-73, Hand-Wired 19" Rackmount 1 Channel Class A British Mic Pre, Custom Carnhill Transformers

Scan code: LN86916 Manufacturer code: WA-73
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Warm Audio - WA73
1-Channel British Mic Preamplifier

Warm Audio WA73

Reproducing A LegendThe venerable '73-style of mic pre is certainly one style of preamp that professional engineers would unanimously agree has defined the tone of pop/rock records for decades. '73-style preamps have been used countless times in recording and live applications for several years and are still known as the “Holy Grail” of preamp choices to this day. The Warm Audio “WA73 Family” is made up of single and dual channel '73-style preamps (with & w/out EQ), each paying careful homage to British audio history.

When Warm Audio decided to release the WA73 it was imperative that it lived up to vintage expectation in both design and performance. The tone and unmistakable character that vintage '73-style mic preamps create is so unique and familiar, that the only pure desire was to release sonically accurate reproductions. After years of intense research and development and countless hours of auditioning, the WA73 was created!

The WA73 is a boutique preamp, but it can also be classified as a studio and live work-horse. Classic '73-style preamps are known for being versatile tools that work with all types of microphones from Condenser, to Dynamic, to Ribbon. The WA73 shines equeally on all types of microphones and sources including; vocals, acoustic/electric guitars, bass, drums, percussion, orchestras, keyboards, and even as a tone shaping tool to run partial or complete mixes through. Featuring 80dB of gain and an entirely discrete Carnhill Transformer balanced signal path, there’s no recording, mixing or engineering job that the WA73 can’t handle.

Amazing Features • Single-channel, class A, '73-style british microphone preamp
• Tone button changes input transformer impedance for varying tone
• 4 position inductor based hipass filter - 50, 80, 160, 300 HZ
• 80dB of gain - resistor stepped gain switch
• UK made Carnhill transformers
• Hand wired, hand assembled

UK Custom Carnhill Transformers

Warm Audio WA73

Desirable ComponentsEnthusiasts always get excited about the components used in classic '73-style British preamps. The signal transformers are often the topic of conversation. Vintage units used various versions of transformers throughout the years, but the most coveted were the earliest versions.

These are regarded as the most desirable choice due to their smooth and forgiving nature. They saturate nicely when pushed, and have been known to stun engineers when they hear how incredible their mixes sound through them!

Warm Audio worked closely with Carnhill Transformers of Cambridgeshire, UK, to design trye reproductions of these most coveted, early version transformers. Warm Audio have not yet heard a modern day '73-style preamp sound as sweet and musical as the WA73 does with these beautiful custom Transformers.

Hand Wired & Hand Assembled

Warm Audio WA73

Capacitors & Signal PathThe different styles of capacitors and output transistors used in '73-style circuits are an important part of classic British tone that people often discuss. It's important to maintain integrity to early British designs by using tantalum and polystyrene capacitors in the signal path and an output transistor choice that is much smoother in the high gain settings than what is typically found in modern '73-style preamps.

Classic '73-style preamps weren't usually hand-wired and so is the WA73! Experts claim that a portion of the sought after classic British tone can be attributed to the hand-wired nature of the build. The WA73 is hand-wired and hand assembled, including the pcb components that are all populated by hand.

Warm Audio // WA73-EQ Single Channel British Mic Pre + EQ "Getting Started"

The Tech Spec

Features Specification
Preamp Type Class A Solid State
Number of Channels 1
Phantom Power Yes
Polarity Switch Yes
EQ Highpass 50Hz, 80Hz, 160Hz, 300Hz
Analogue Inputs 1 x 1/4" (Hi-Z), 1 x XLR (mic), 1 x 1/4" (line)
Analogue Outputs 1 x XLR, 1 x 1/4"
Channel Inserts Yes
Rack Spaces 1U
Power Source Standard IEC AC cable
Width 19"
Specifications
Product Type z4
PC Interface N/A
Keys 0
Connectivity (Input)
  • 1 x Line in
  • 1 x XLR
Connectivity (Output) 1 x XLR
Dimensions (mm)  
Misc. Notes  
Additional Information
Scan Code LN86916
Model Number WA-73
GTIN 713541493155
Warranty

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Details
Duration:
12 months
Type:
Return to base
DOA Period:
28 days
RTB Period:
12 months
Manufacturer Contact Details
Manufacturer:
Scan Computers International Limited
Telephone:
0871-472-4747
Warm Audio WA-73 - 1 Channel British Mic Pre
Warm Audio WA-73 - 1 Channel British Mic Pre

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