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Product Description
The BAE 1073MP is a single-channel microphone preamplifier based on the legendary 1073 preamp. With a transformer-coupled, Class A design, this versatile preamp adds warmth and clarity to every recording. Streamlined controls empower you to dial in the perfect settings effortlessly, while a robust power supply ensures continuous, noise-free performance. The result is a preamp that elevates vocals, acoustic instruments, and low-level sources with a timeless vintage tone, making it ideal for both studio sessions and live applications.
THE ICONIC SOUND OF A LEGENDARY MIC PRE
Drawing inspiration from the classic 1073 mic pre, the BAE 1073MP captures a timeless sonic signature revered in professional studios. It offers a harmonically rich bottom end, focused midrange, and subtly resonant highs that's perfect for any source. With up to 71 dB of gain, this preamp excels at amplifying low-output ribbon and dynamic microphones to provide maximum output level.
TRANSFORMER-COUPLED, CLASS A MIC/LINE PREAMP
At the heart of the 1073MP lies its transformer-coupled, Class A design—a hallmark of vintage preamp designs. The preamp is meticulously hand-wired using high-quality Carnhill transformers, similar to those found in the original vintage units, to maintain signal integrity. Thanks to its Class A design, the 1073MP delivers smooth, linear gain and minimizes distortion, ensuring that every subtle detail is captured with full frequency response. The BAE 1073 design delivers warm, natural coloration with musical harmonic distortion at maximum output levels, making it a solid take on the 1073 pre.
STREAMLINED CONTROLS
The streamlined controls of the 1073MP make it easy to quickly dial in great sound for any source. Every control, from the iconic red Marconi style gain knob to the sturdy impedance selector, is clearly laid out for quick adjustments. With features such as selectable mic/line input impedance for matching microphones with various output impedance, an integrated DI, and a polarity reverse switch for phase correction, the BAE 1073MP is simple yet versatile.