First Listen: Neve 1073SPX-D Channel Strip/Audio Interface

The Neve 1073SPX paired up with the Neve 1073OPX sitting on top of a Neve 8424 console.

Neve recently introduced the 1073SPX-D, and for the first time ever, the legendary preamp/EQ is available as a USB and ADAT audio interface. The 1U 19" rackmount unit features the classic signal path, including Maranair input and output transformers, alongside immaculate 192kHz and 24-bit AD/DA conversion.

In terms of I/O, the 1073SPX-D is a 9 x 12 audio interface with one analog input, eight ADAT digital inputs, four analog outputs, and eight ADAT digital outputs. There are two different ADAT expansion modes: USB/ADAT Hub Mode to connect additional ADAT preamps like the 1073OPX or a second 1073SPX-D, and Audio Expander Mode to integrate the channel strip with your existing ADAT-enabled interface.

To show off what the Neve 1073SPX-D can do, the Vintage King Nashville crew built a song track by track with some of our favorite local musicians. Each individual source was recorded with the 1073SPX-D, and for the drums, we used the 1073SPX-D in USB/ADAT Hub Mode with the 1073OPX for extra inputs.

Watch our First Listen below to hear the full mix and solo'd out performances from Rowdy (Vocals), Cassidy Daniels (Background Vocals), Rob Vincent (Wurlitzer, B3 Organ), Tucker Wilson (Drums), Addison Sauvan (Bass), Cody Angel (Lead Guitar, Lap Steel), and Kevin Schuck (Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar).

If you’re interested in purchasing the Neve 1073SPX-D or 1073OPX, contact a Vintage King Audio Consultant via email or by phone at 866.644.0160.