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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. It's 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. Features include: • Fully discrete design with a robust 71 dB of gain • 6-pin socketed 1731 style op-amp • 20 dB Pad • External 24V AC power plug • Tone button to switch the input impedance from 600 ohms to 150 ohms • XLR mic level balanced input •ŸXLR and 1/4″ TRS balanced outputs • 48V Phantom power • LED meter gain indication • 2 Meg Ohm true Hi-Z input on front panel. Sends instrument signal through entire circuit including both cinemag transformers and discrete op-amp • Output attenuation control (after the Cinemag output transformer) allows for driving the preamp and transformers into saturation
The stage that decides what your converters get.
- Discrete or tube gain stage
- Clean headroom at high gain
- Handles ribbons and dynamics
- Rack mountable
- Manufacturer warranty
What is the WA12 500 MkII?
A microphone preamp does more than make a signal louder. It sets noise floor, headroom and a good deal of the character, which is why the preamp in a laptop interface and a dedicated unit produce recognisably different results from the same microphone.
At a Glance
| Brand | Warm Audio |
|---|---|
| Model | WA12 500 MkII |
| Type | Microphone preamp |
| Gain | High, low noise |
| Suits | Ribbons and dynamics |
What are the key details?
| Type | Microphone preamp |
|---|---|
| Gain | High, low noise |
| Suits | Ribbons and dynamics |
| Format | Rack or desktop |
| Condition | New, original packaging |
Why choose Warm Audio?
Low-output ribbons and dynamics need real gain without noise. That is exactly where an interface preamp runs out and a dedicated one does not.
Frequently asked questions
Will it drive a ribbon microphone?
Yes, these provide the clean high gain that low-output ribbons need.
Is it rack mountable?
Most models are, see the description.
Does it include conversion?
Some models do. Check the specification.
How many channels?
See the model title.
Why buy from Victory Musical Instruments?
Victory Musical Instruments is a veteran-owned pro audio dealer based in Miami, Florida, founded by a working musician. Free U.S. shipping, financing at checkout and local pickup in Miami. Call 844-687-4208.
Volume and project pricing available for studios, schools and institutions.