AMS Neve 1073DPX Dual Mic Pre & EQ

Two Channels. One Legend. The Ultimate Front-End.

The AMS Neve 1073DPX answers the ultimate studio question: what’s better than a Neve 1073? The answer is two of them. This dual-channel powerhouse brings the world’s most legendary mic preamp and EQ into a modern 2U rack format, designed for professional engineers, producers, and serious musicians who demand the "big iron" sound. Whether you are tracking stereo overheads, a grand piano, or a singer-songwriter’s vocal and guitar simultaneously, the 1073DPX provides the ultimate high-headroom front-end to capture every nuance with unmistakable authority.

Legendary Class-A Warmth & Marinair Transformers
The 1073DPX stays true to its heritage by utilizing the same discrete, Class-A topology that defined the original 1073. Each channel features exclusive Marinair transformers on both the input and output stages, delivering the rich harmonic saturation and musical "drive" that made Neve a household name. With a massive 80dB of gain, it provides incredible headroom, allowing even the quietest ribbon microphones to sparkle with 3D depth and presence.

Musical Sculpting with Inductor-Based EQ
Precision meets soul with the three-band inductor-based EQ. Featuring custom hand-wound inductors made in the UK, this EQ is designed for pure musicality, with frequency points carefully selected by Rupert Neve’s team to enhance audio across the entire spectrum. Whether you are adding "air" with the 12kHz fixed high shelf or tightening a kick drum using the 18dB/octave high-pass filter, the 1073DPX allows you to sculpt your sound with unparalleled sonic precision.

Modern Flexibility Meets Vintage Soul
While its circuit is classic, the "X" in 1073DPX stands for extra functionality for the modern hybrid studio. Innovative features like integrated front-panel DI inputs, switchable pre/post EQ insert loops, and independent 7-stage LED metering offer total control over your signal flow. The inclusion of a dedicated headphone output also allows for latency-free monitoring, making it a versatile "standalone" channel strip for any recording environment.

Main features:

• Dual channels of authentic Class A Neve 1073 preamplification and EQ in a 2U rackmount chassis
  
• Hand-crafted in England to original specifications using matched components for sonic accuracy
  
• Transformer-balanced circuitry on all inputs and outputs for legendary harmonic character
  
• Extensive 80dB of microphone gain available in precise 5dB stepped increments
  
• Classic three-band inductor EQ with a fixed 12kHz high shelf and selectable mid/low frequencies
  
• Four-position 18dB/octave high-pass filter for precise low-end management
  
• Front-panel combo and DI inputs with ground lift and 20dB attenuation switches
  
• Switchable pre or post-EQ insert loops for flexible integration of external hardware
  
• Multi-point 7-segment LED metering to monitor input, EQ, or output signal levels
  
• Built-in headphone amplifier with volume control and selectable mono or stereo monitoring
  
• Variable microphone input impedance switchable between 1200Ω and 300Ω
  
• High-headroom design capable of driving transformer-balanced outputs up to +26dBu

Tech Specs:

• Preamp Type: Solid State
  
• Number of Channels: 2
  
• Phantom Power: Yes
  
• Pads: -20dB
  
• Polarity Switch: Yes
  
• EQ: 3-band EQ, Highpass Filter
  
• Analogue Inputs: 2 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/line), 4 x XLR (mic/line)
  
• Analogue Outputs: 2 x XLR (line)
  
• Headphones: 1 x 1/4"
  
• Other I/O: 2 x 1/4" (DI), 4 x 1/4" (send/return)
  
• Rack Spaces: 2U
  
• Power Source: 48V DC power supply (included)
  
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 88 x 480 x 356 mm
  
• Weight: 10 Kg
  
• Discover AMS Neve Legendary Microphone Preamplifiers [1073DPX]: https://www.ams-neve.com/outboard/1073-range/1073dpx/