The Heritage Audio HA73 is a 1073-style microphone preamp that faithfully captures the warm, musical character of the classic Neve 1073 circuit at a price that makes this coveted sound accessible to project studios and independent engineers. The discrete Class-A transistor design with custom Carnhill transformers delivers the rich harmonic saturation and punchy low-end that have made 1073-style preamps the gold standard for recording vocals, drums, guitars, and virtually everything else. The three-position high-pass filter removes low-frequency rumble, and the 80 dB of available gain accommodates everything from hot condenser microphones to quiet ribbon mics with ease. The DI input handles bass guitars and keyboards with the same warm, musical quality. Build quality is solid, with quality components, reliable switches, and a sturdy chassis that fits standard 500-series lunchbox formats. The hand-wired construction and point-to-point soldering reflect a commitment to authenticity. This preamp suits project and professional studio engineers who want the 1073 sound for tracking and mixing, as well as musicians building their first serious recording chain. It delivers genuinely musical results on virtually any source. The 500-series format requires a compatible enclosure, which is an additional expense for users who do not already own one.

Preamps

A faithful 1073-style preamp with Carnhill transformers in 500-series format delivering warm, punchy vintage character with 80dB of gain and a DI input, making the classic Neve sound accessible to project studios.