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A Dual Channel '73 for the Rest of Us If there's one style of preamp that professional engineers would unanimously agree has defined the tone of pop/rock records for decades, it would most definitely be the venerable '73-style of mic pre. '73-style preamps have been massively used in recording and live applications for many years and are still considered to be the “Holy Grail” of preamp choices today. The Warm Audio “WA73 Family” consists of single and dual channel '73-style amps (with and without EQ), that each pay careful homage to British audio history. The WA273 is a “Desert Island” boutique preamp, but it can also be classified as a studio and live work-horse. Classic '73-style preamps are known for being versatile tools that work with all kinds of microphones from Condenser, to Dynamic, to Ribbon. The WA273 equally shines on all types of microphones and sources including; vocals, acoustic/electric guitars, bass, drums, percussion, orchestras, keyboards, and even as a tone shaping tool to run partial or complete mixes through. With 80dB of gain and a fully discrete Carnhill Transformer balanced signal path, there's no recording, mixing, or engineering task that the WA273 can't handle.
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 WA273 Dual Channel British Mic Pre?
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 | WA273 Dual Channel British Mic Pre |
| 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.