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- Warm Audio WA12 500 MKII Discrete Mic Pre WA12-500 MK
Warm Audio WA12 500 MKII Discrete Mic Pre WA12-500 MK
- $419.00
Warm Audio WA12 500 MKII Discrete Mic Pre WA12-500 MK
- $419.00
Warm Audio WA12 500 MKII Discrete Mic Pre WA12-500 MK
Raising the Volume A lot of preamps on the market do a good job of raising the volume of mics and instruments. Unfortunately, many pres are doing only that, raising volume. The "super clean” designs of today often leave the signal exiting the preamp sounding much the same as it did entering it. If you are looking for a preamp to improve and shape your signal you will most definitely love the WA12-500 MKII. The WA12-500 MKII is designed to transform plain instruments and vocals into exciting tone. If your mixes lack depth, struggle to sound alive, or are just missing that professional touch you've always wanted, there is a good chance you will love the WA12-500 MKII. Packed with Performance The WA12-500 MKII is a completely discrete, high voltage, dual-transformer microphone preamplifier design with high gain (+71dB), high headroom, low noise, and an exciting sonic performance – great for all types of recording applications. A high quality mic preamp is one of the most critical pieces needed to achieve the elusive 'larger than life' sound, and the WA12-500 MKII is more than capable of delivering. Premium Components The WA12-500 MKII is based around a discrete op-amp, the X731, which is Warm's own reproduction of the vintage classic Melcor 1731, considered by some to be the warmer predecessor to the modern 2520-style op-amp. The X731 can achieve vibrant, clean and lifelike tones; but can also be driven into mild saturation at much higher gain levels. The effects can be subtle, but very pleasing to the ear. The WA12-500 MKII can also accept any discrete op-amp on the market which conforms to the +/-16v, 2520 pinout standard. When developing the WA12-500 MKII our ears played a big part in the design process. Using CineMag USA transformers and an all discrete signal path ensured that the WA12-500 MKII would have the building blocks to compete with the best sounding preamps on the market. We are very proud to offer such a robust/professional design in a small and affordable package.
*Please Note - shipping times may be longer. Some items may be special order or pre-order. Please contact us with any questions, prior to purchase.
Pictures may be for reference/color reference only. Finish may vary. Please contact us with any questions prior to purchase. If you need something you don't see, contact us!
Welcome to the #1 music store in the Louisville, KY and Southern Indiana area! Home of the world-renowned Guitar Emporium and social media series titled, “If You're In A Band”, Maxwell's House of Music is an award-winning music retail and education resource! NAMM international awards include: 2024 Dealer of the Year, 2024 Innovation Award, 2022 Best Store Design, and named a Top 100 Dealer every year for over a decade! Shop online or visit our 12,500 sq ft music superstore in Jeffersonville, Indiana! Please call us if you have any questions. 812-283-3304
Raising the Volume A lot of preamps on the market do a good job of raising the volume of mics and instruments. Unfortunately, many pres are doing only that, raising volume. The "super clean” designs of today often leave the signal exiting the preamp sounding much the same as it did entering it. If you are looking for a preamp to improve and shape your signal you will most definitely love the WA12-500 MKII. The WA12-500 MKII is designed to transform plain instruments and vocals into exciting tone. If your mixes lack depth, struggle to sound alive, or are just missing that professional touch you've always wanted, there is a good chance you will love the WA12-500 MKII. Packed with Performance The WA12-500 MKII is a completely discrete, high voltage, dual-transformer microphone preamplifier design with high gain (+71dB), high headroom, low noise, and an exciting sonic performance – great for all types of recording applications. A high quality mic preamp is one of the most critical pieces needed to achieve the elusive 'larger than life' sound, and the WA12-500 MKII is more than capable of delivering. Premium Components The WA12-500 MKII is based around a discrete op-amp, the X731, which is Warm's own reproduction of the vintage classic Melcor 1731, considered by some to be the warmer predecessor to the modern 2520-style op-amp. The X731 can achieve vibrant, clean and lifelike tones; but can also be driven into mild saturation at much higher gain levels. The effects can be subtle, but very pleasing to the ear. The WA12-500 MKII can also accept any discrete op-amp on the market which conforms to the +/-16v, 2520 pinout standard. When developing the WA12-500 MKII our ears played a big part in the design process. Using CineMag USA transformers and an all discrete signal path ensured that the WA12-500 MKII would have the building blocks to compete with the best sounding preamps on the market. We are very proud to offer such a robust/professional design in a small and affordable package.
*Please Note - shipping times may be longer. Some items may be special order or pre-order. Please contact us with any questions, prior to purchase.
Pictures may be for reference/color reference only. Finish may vary. Please contact us with any questions prior to purchase. If you need something you don't see, contact us!
Welcome to the #1 music store in the Louisville, KY and Southern Indiana area! Home of the world-renowned Guitar Emporium and social media series titled, “If You're In A Band”, Maxwell's House of Music is an award-winning music retail and education resource! NAMM international awards include: 2024 Dealer of the Year, 2024 Innovation Award, 2022 Best Store Design, and named a Top 100 Dealer every year for over a decade! Shop online or visit our 12,500 sq ft music superstore in Jeffersonville, Indiana! Please call us if you have any questions. 812-283-3304