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Universal Audio 710 Twin-Finity - Microphone/Line Preamplifier

SKU: UA710TFDMFR: 710TF

Blend tube & solid-state preamp tones easily.
Achieve pristine sound with low noise circuitry.
Extensive 70dB gain range for versatile use.
Sculpt sound with precision EQ filter options.
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Lindell Audio 500 Series 503 Power 48V Rack (3-Slot)

SKU: LN503POWERMFR: 503POWER

Low-noise microphone preamplifier ensures clarity.
Phantom power 48V for studio condenser microphones.
XLR connectivity for balanced audio input/output.
Aluminum build offers durability for studio use.
800mA power per slot ensures optimal gain range.

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Heritage Audio 500 Series 73EQ JR EQ

SKU: HA73EQJRMFR: HA73EQJR

Premium 73EQ JR: Pristine sound quality assured.
Low noise preamp: Capture clean, detailed audio.
Versatile EQ: Sculpt your tone with precision.
Robust build: Reliable performance, lasting value.
Transformer balanced: Superior connectivity options.

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Rupert Neve Designs Portico 5017 2-Channel Mobile Mic Preamp/DI/Compressor

SKU: RND5017MFR: 5017

Rupert Neve preamp: Pristine, low-noise audio.
Studio-grade preamp with variable compressor.
Mobile preamp: Compact design, rugged build.
Dual-channel preamp: Versatile connectivity.
Mic preamp: Wide gain range, exceptional clarity.

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Lindell Audio 6X-500 Transformer Coupled Mic Preamp with Passive Equalizer

SKU: LN6X500MFR: 6X-500

Premium microphone preamp ensures low noise.
Transformer coupled preamp offers superior sound.
Pultec EQ adds warmth to microphone preamplifiers.
Achieve 65dB gain range for optimal recording.
Precise impedance matching enhances audio clarity.

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TK Audio Vari Mode Rackmount Compressor

SKU: TKATKOMPRMFR: TKOMPR

TK Audio compressor: Pristine studio sound quality.
Vari-Mode: Wide gain range for dynamic control.
Low noise design: Ensures clean audio recordings.
Rackmount compressor: Seamless studio integration.
TK Audio: Premium build for lasting reliability.

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Warm Audio WA273-EQ Dual-Channel Microphone Preamplifier and Equalizer

SKU: WA273EQMFR: WA273EQ

Dual-Channel Mic Preamp: Authentic 1073 Style EQ.
Low Noise Preamplifier: Pristine Sound Quality Ensured.
Extensive Gain Range: Capture Every Nuance Precisely.
Versatile Impedance Control: Optimize Mic Performance.
Robust Build Quality: Reliable Studio Preamplifier.

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Audient ASP880 8-Channel Microphone Preamplifier with ADC

SKU: AUP880MFR: ASP880

Pristine sound: Audient preamp with low noise.
Wide gain range: -10 to +60dB mic preamp gain.
Versatile impedance control for optimal sound.
Flexible connectivity: XLR & 1/4" mic inputs.
Robust build quality: Reliable studio preamp.

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Heritage Audio BritStrip 73-Style Ch Strip with EQ and Diode Bridge Compressor

SKU: HABRITSTRIPMFR: BRITSTRIP

Studio-quality preamplifier with 80dB gain
Versatile input options: XLR, 1/4", DI
Durable construction for reliable studio use
Precise gain control for optimal signal
Premium sound quality with low distortion

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Universal Audio 4-710d Four-Channel Tone-Blending Mic Preamp with Dynamics

SKU: UA4710DDMFR: 4710D

Blend tube & solid-state tones: UA 4-710d preamp.
Four channels of mic preamps with dynamics control.
Universal Audio preamp: wide gain range, low noise.
Premium build quality ensures lasting reliability.
Integrate w/ XLR, DB-25, & 1/4" connectivity options.

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Earthworks 1022 Two Channel Zero Distortion Technology Preamplifier

SKU: EW1022MFR: 1022

Achieve pristine sound with low noise preamplifier.
Precision microphone preamp with wide 2Hz-100kHz range.
Solid-state preamp ensures exceptional build quality.
Dual XLR inputs offer versatile connectivity options.
Enjoy variable gain range for optimal signal control.

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Heritage Audio API VPR 500 Series 1073/500 Microphone Preamplifier Module

SKU: HA1073500ANNMFR: HA1073/500ANN

Classic 1073 sound: Premium microphone preamplifier.
Low noise design: Pristine audio signal clarity assured.
Versatile gain range: Precise control for any microphone.
Transformer balanced I/O: Superior connectivity options.
Robust build quality: Ensures lasting studio reliability.

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Heritage Audio DMA-73 Dual Microphone Preamplifier

SKU: HADMA73MFR: DMA73

Dual channel preamp: Pristine sound quality.
Classic preamp design: Exceptionally low noise.
Versatile gain range: Greater than 80dB maximum.
Multiple inputs: XLR, DI, and Line connectivity.
Transformer balanced I/O: Optimal impedance.

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Manley Labs CORE Tube Reference Channel Strip

SKU: MLMCOREMFR: MCORE

Manley Labs CORE: Pristine tube preamp sound.
Low Noise: Ensures clean, professional recordings.
Versatile EQ: Shape your sound with precision.
Wide Gain Range: Optimizes any microphone signal.
Robust Build: Reliable channel strip for studio use.

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Heritage Audio 80 Series 6673 Microphone Preamplifier Module

SKU: HA6673MFR: HA6673

Achieve pristine sound with low noise preamplifier.
80dB+ Maximum Gain ensures optimal audio clarity.
Transformer balanced I/O for superior connectivity.
Precise impedance control tailors mic performance.
Premium build quality guarantees lasting reliability.

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Art Pro Audio VoiceChannel Tube Channel Strip with Digital Connectivity

SKU: APAVOICECHMFR: VOICECHANNEL

Pristine sound quality with low noise preamp design.
Wide gain range: 0dB to +60dB for versatile use.
Comprehensive impedance control for optimal tone.
Flexible connectivity: XLR, Fiber Optic, and 1/4".
Rugged build quality ensures lasting reliability.

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Lindell Audio 77X-500 FET Style Stereo Compressor

SKU: LN77XMFR: 77X

Achieve superior sound quality with low noise.
Precise gain control for optimal audio levels.
Variable impedance control ensures signal clarity.
Exceptional build quality ensures lasting reliability.
Versatile connectivity within 500 series racks.

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Millennia STT-1 Origin Twin Topology Channel Strip

SKU: MLSTT1MFR: STT-1

Pristine sound quality with low noise circuitry.
Twin Topology: Tube or solid-state preamp options.
Versatile EQ: Precise tone shaping capabilities.
Wide gain range for diverse recording needs.
Comprehensive connectivity with XLR and 1/4" I/O.

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Millennia HV-3D-8 Eight Channel Microphone Preamplifier

SKU: MLHV3D8MFR: HV-3D/8

Pristine sound: Ultra-low noise microphone preamp.
Exceptional gain range: 8.5dB to 65dB for versatile use.
High input impedance ensures optimal mic performance.
Superior build quality: Durable for studio reliability.
Clean audio: <.001% THD+N for transparent recordings.

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TK Audio 500-Series Class-A Preamp

SKU: TKASP501MFR: SP501

TK Audio preamp: Pristine Class-A sound quality.
Low noise design ensures clean, professional recordings.
Wide gain range: Capture subtle to powerful signals.
Optimized input impedance for versatile mic pairing.
500-Series preamp: Seamless studio connectivity.

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TK Audio Universal Insert Station

SKU: TKATRNSCVRMFR: TRANSCEIVER

Pristine audio quality with low noise preamps.
Wide gain range for versatile microphone options.
Precise impedance matching ensures optimal signal.
Seamless connectivity for studio integration.
Robust build quality for lasting reliability.

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Earthworks 521 Single Channel Zero Distortion Technology Preamplifier

SKU: EW521MFR: 521

Achieve pristine sound with low noise preamplifier.
Wide 2Hz-100kHz frequency response for studio clarity.
Ultra-low distortion: less than 0.0001% via XLR out.
Variable gain range ensures optimal signal control.
High input impedance accommodates diverse mics.

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Black Lion Audio B12A Quad 4-Channel Preamp with Mic and DI Inputs, 1 RU

SKU: BLB12AQUADMFR: B12AQUAD

B12A Quad: Pristine sound with low noise circuitry.
Four channels of high-gain microphone preamplifiers.
DI inputs offer impedance matching for instruments.
XLR & 1/4" connectivity ensures versatile setup.
Robust build quality in a space-saving 1 RU design.

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Heritage Audio 500 Series 2264JR Compressor and Microphone Preamplifier

SKU: HA2264JRMFR: HA2264JR

Premium microphone preamp with low noise circuitry.
Achieve pristine sound quality with versatile gain range.
Transformer balanced I/O ensures optimal connectivity.
Precise impedance control for superior audio clarity.
Robust build quality guarantees lasting performance.

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Heritage Audio Elite HA73EQX2 Dual Channel Full Rack Microphone Preamp with EQ

SKU: HAHA73EQX2MFR: HA73EQX2

Dual channel preamp: Pristine sound quality.
Classic EQ: Sculpt your tone with precision.
80dB+ Gain: Capture every nuance, minimize noise.
Low noise: Ensures clean, professional recordings.
Transformer balanced I/O: Superior connectivity.

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What Are Channel Strips and Preamps Used For?

Audio channel strips and preamps are both important components in sound engineering. They prepare an audio signal from a source, like an instrument or a microphone, for recording or live broadcasting.

Channel Strips

Channel strips are arranged in either a vertical or horizontal format with the audio signal flowing from one end to the other. The signal passes from a source input like an XLR jack through a series of controls including, gain, equalizer, high pass filters, effects knobs, pan knobs, mute controls, and a fader knob before culminating in an output port.

By adjusting each of these knobs and controls, you can fine-tune the signal as it passes through the channel strip to achieve your preferred sound.

Preamps

A preamp is a component that takes a line-level sound signal and boosts it. Once you boost it, you can send the signal on for more processing in the channel strip or directly transmit it to an amplifier.

Audio channel strips traditionally include a preamp component, but preamps and channel strips aren’t the same thing.

Number of Channels

Channel mixers come in a few different sizes depending on how many separate signals you need to work with. Mono or single channel strips can only accept one signal, so they’re commonly used for a microphone or single instrument input.

If you want to adjust multiple input signals, you can either use several single channel strips installed in a rack, or select an audio channel strip containing multiple channel inputs. The more channels you have, the more individual signals you can adjust and control.

Quality is Crucial for Channel Strips and Preamps

Whether you do most of your audio engineering digitally or you prefer to work analog, it’s important to choose the highest quality components possible. By selecting professional-grade gear from brands like Behringer, Whirlwind, and Millennia, you can avoid interference, hums, and signal loss in your next piece of audio.