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Millennia HV-3C Two Channel Microphone Preamplifier

SKU: MLHV3CMFR: HV-3C

Achieve pristine sound with low noise preamplification.
Wide gain range: 8.5dB to 65dB for versatile recording.
Exceptional build quality ensures lasting reliability.
Precise impedance control for optimal mic performance.
Dual channel mic preamplifier for studio recording.

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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 8 Channel Frame for Neve 80 Series Modules

SKU: HA8CHFRAMEMFR: 8CHFRAME

Neve 80 Series: Pristine audio, low noise preamp.
8 Channel Frame: Expands your studio's gain range.
Gold XLR Connectors: Superior impedance matching.
EQ Options: Sculpt sound with precision control.
Robust Build: Ensures lasting studio reliability.

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Universal Audio LA-610 MkII Microphone Preamp & LA-2A-Style Compressor/Limiter

SKU: UALA610M2DMFR: LA610

UA LA-610 MkII: Pristine sound quality, low noise.
Vintage tube preamp: Rich, warm tone for recording.
Versatile gain range: Tailor input for any source.
Impedance control: Optimize mic/instrument response.
LA-2A style compressor: Smooth, musical dynamics.

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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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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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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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Allen & Heath PRIME Output Module Premium 8-Channel Output for DX32 Expander

SKU: AHMDX32POUTAMFR: AH-M-DX32-PRIME-OUT-A

Premium 8-Channel Output Module for DX32 Expander.
Pristine studio preamplifier sound quality ensured.
Low noise: -94 dBu output, crystal-clear audio.
Wide gain range with +22 dBu maximum output level.
Robust build quality by Allen & Heath.

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Millennia HV-32P Two Channel Microphone Preamplifier

SKU: MLHV32PMFR: HV-32P

HV-32P: Pristine audio with low noise preamplifier.
Dual channel mic preamp: Exceptional gain range.
Studio Preamplifier: Ultra-high build quality.
Portable preamp: Superior connectivity options.
Millennia: Precise impedance matching ensured.

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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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TK Audio Dual Class-A Preamp

SKU: TKADP2MFR: DP2

Dual Class-A preamp: Pristine sound quality.
Low noise design ensures clean recordings.
Wide gain range for versatile microphone use.
Impedance matching optimizes signal transfer.
+48V phantom power for condenser microphones.

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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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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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Black Lion Audio B173 Quad 4-Channel Preamp with Mic and DI Inputs, 2 RU

SKU: BLB173QUADMFR: B173QUAD

Pristine sound quality: Low noise mic preamp.
Wide gain range: Up to +70dB for versatile use.
Input impedance: 200Ohms, ideal for microphones.
Flexible connectivity: XLR and 1/4" DI inputs.
Robust build quality: Reliable studio preamp.

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Warm Audio WA-412 4-Channel Microphone Pre-Amp with DI

SKU: WA412MFR: WA-412

Four channels of pristine microphone preamplifiers.
Achieve low noise recording with <-90dB self noise.
Versatile preamp: XLR & HI-Z inputs provided.
Sculpt tone with input impedance switch options.
Solid state preamp ensures consistent sound.

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Heritage Audio RACK 2 for 80 Series Modules

SKU: HARACK2MFR: HARACK2

80 Series Module Rack: Pristine audio quality.
Low noise preamp ensures clean recordings always.
Expand your sound: Two module slots available now.
Solid State preamp: Dependable, quality build.
Studio-grade preamp: Optimize gain range easily.

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Heritage Audio TT-73 Tabletop Microphone Preamplifier

SKU: HATT73MFR: TT73

Dual channel mic preamp offers pristine sound.
Premium studio preamp with versatile EQ options.
Low noise Heritage Audio preamp ensures clarity.
Extensive gain range for optimal signal control.
XLR and 1/4" connectivity for flexible setup.

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Audient ASP800 8-Channel Microphone Preamplifier with HMX and IRON

SKU: AUP800MFR: ASP800

Pristine Audient preamp: low noise, high gain range.
ASP800: Renowned studio preamp for pro recordings.
Enhance sound with HMX & IRON harmonic enhancement.
8 channel mic preamp: Versatile connectivity options.
Capture every detail: wide input impedance range.

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Joe Meek TwinQ2 Dual Studio Channel Strip with Digital Outs

SKU: JMTWINQ2MFR: TWINQ2

Dual channel strip: pristine studio preamp sound.
Low noise: ensures clean, professional recordings.
Versatile EQ: sculpt your sound with precision.
High gain: maximizes microphone preamp performance.
Robust build: ensures lasting reliability, studio-ready.

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Universal Audio SOLO/610 Microphone Preamplifier

SKU: UAS610DMFR: S610

Classic tube preamp: Warm, vintage sound quality.
Low noise design ensures pristine audio recordings.
61dB gain provides ample signal amplification.
Variable impedance control for optimal mic matching.
Robust build quality ensures lasting reliability.

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Heritage Audio Elite Series HA-73 Single-Channel 1RU Microphone Preamplifier

SKU: HAHA73MFR: HA73

Elite HA-73: Pristine sound quality, low noise.
Classic preamp design with versatile gain range.
Multiple inputs: XLR, Line, and Hi-Z connectivity.
Robust build quality ensures lasting reliability.
Adjustable input impedance for optimal performance.

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Warm Audio WA273 Dual Channel British Mic Pre

SKU: WA273MFR: WA273

Dual channel mic pre: authentic British tone.
Premium input impedance ensures optimal clarity.
Low noise design captures pristine audio signal.
Extensive gain range for versatile recording use.
Robust build quality ensures lasting reliability.

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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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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 Elite Series HA-73X2 Dual-Channel 1RU Microphone Preamplifier

SKU: HAHA73X2MFR: HA73X2

Dual-channel preamp: pristine sound quality.
Vintage preamp design: low noise performance.
Wide gain range: optimize any microphone signal.
Variable input impedance for tonal control.
+48V phantom power: supports condenser mics.

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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.