{"product_id":"ams-neve-1073dpa-dual-mic-pre","title":"AMS Neve 1073DPA Dual Mic Pre","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFrom Analogue Legends to Modern Masters: The Neve Preamp.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAMS Neve 1073DPA\u003c\/strong\u003e brings the unmistakable character of the world's most famous mic preamp into a compact, modern format. Designed for mixing engineers, producers, and professional studios, this dual-channel unit delivers the \"big iron,\" punchy sound that has defined hit records across all genres for over 40 years. Whether you are tracking delicate vocals, acoustic instruments, or driving electric guitars hard for harmonic grit, the 1073DPA provides the authoritative presence and musicality required for world-class recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"854\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EFCZPG7CVSY\" title=\"Freelance Drummer Darby Todd talks about the Neve 1073DPA\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIconic Transformer-Balanced Warmth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the heart of the 1073DPA are the exclusive Marinair specification transformers, used on both the input and output stages to produce the classic 1073 sound. These \"big iron\" transformers deliver a wide, linear bandwidth that maintains audiophile quality across the spectrum, providing rich, full-bodied lows, an assertive midrange, and sweet, airy highs. This unique analog character creates a depth and \"weight\" in the audio that digital algorithms cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure Class A Discrete Topology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 1073DPA retains the discrete, Class A topology that made the original 1970s design famous. Constructed using traditional through-hole methods and hand-wired by Neve engineers in Burnley, UK, the audio path ensures maximum transparency and headroom. This military-grade build quality translates into a high-performance signal chain that remains consistent even under the most demanding session conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Gain Staging and Harmonic Saturation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a massive 80dB of gain available via the classic 5dB stepped Elma switch, this preamp can handle everything from high-output condensers to the quietest passive ribbon microphones. By utilizing the dedicated output trim controls, you can drive the Class A gain stages hard to introduce the musical harmonic saturation and drive for which the 1073 is world-renowned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo legendary 1073 microphone preamplifiers in a single 1U rackmount design.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-crafted and hand-wired by Neve in Burnley, UK.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExclusive Marinair transformers used on both input and output stages.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure Class A discrete circuit topology retains the classic 1073 sound.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 80dB of microphone gain provided in 5dB stepped increments.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitchable input impedance settings of 300 ohms or 1200 ohms.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated +\/-10dB output trim controls for precise signal management on both channels.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitchable +48V phantom power and 180-degree phase reverse feature per channel.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal clip LEDs illuminate 3-4dB before clipping occurs.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality input selector switch for easy source selection.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransformer-balanced and earth-free inputs for clean signal paths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePreamp Type: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSolid State\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNumber of Channels: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e2\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePhantom Power: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eYes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePolarity Switch: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eYes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMic Gain Range: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e+20dB to +80dB in 5dB steps\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eL\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eine Gain Range: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e-10dB to +20dB in 5dB steps\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInput Impedance (Mic): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSwitchable: 300Ω or 1200Ω\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInput Impedance (Line): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e10kΩ\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAnalogue Inputs: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e2 x XLR (mic), 2 x XLR-1\/4\" combo (mic\/line)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAnalogue Outputs: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e2 x XLR (line)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFrequency Response: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e20Hz-40kHz (±-0.5dB)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRack Spaces: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e1U\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Source: \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eStandard IEC AC cable\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions (HxDxW): \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e45 x 48.2 x 254 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight: \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e5 Kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiscover AMS Neve Microphone Preamplifiers[1073DPA]:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ams-neve.com\/outboard\/1073-range\/1073dpa\/\" title=\"Discover AMS Neve Microphone Preamplifiers [1073DPA]:\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 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