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Neve 1073SPX Microphone Preamp/EQ

The world’s favorite mic pre/EQ produced to the original 1970-issue specifications with matching components and modern features for uncompromised sound quality
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Neve 1073SPX Microphone Preamp/EQ
The world’s favorite mic pre/EQ produced to the original 1970-issue specifications with matching components and modern features for uncompromised sound quality

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Product Description

The Neve 1073SPX reimagines the iconic Neve 1073 channel strip for present-day studios, giving you instant vintage flavor and with modern flexibility. This classic Rupert Neve-designed circuit combines a mic/line DI and preamp with a versatile 3-band EQ for authentic Neve sound quality. With modern enhancements and robust construction, the 1073SPX preamp and EQ captures the iconic sonic signature of vintage Neve gear.

ICONIC NEVE SOUND QUALITY

The legendary tone of the Neve 1073 has been celebrated for decades in top-tier recording studios. This channel strip is built around meticulously crafted circuitry that delivers the warm, full-bodied sound of classic Neve consoles. Its transformer-balanced, Class A design ensures smooth harmonic saturation and robust low-mid punch, providing an unmistakable analog richness. Exclusive Neve Marinair input and output transformers provide instant "big iron" sound. Whether recording vocals, guitars, or acoustic instruments, the 1073SPX infuses your tracks with the same sonic charm that has defined Neve’s reputation.

GENUINE NEVE 1073 MIC/LINE/DI PREAMP

Central to the Neve 1073SPX is the classic Neve 1073 preamp circuit, engineered to honor the original design’s legacy. Featuring a microphone input, line input, and DI input, this iconic microphone preamp offers 80 dB of gain with an impressively low noise floor, delivering the clarity needed to capture every detail. Designed to handle low-output sources and high gain levels with ease, this genuine Neve mic/line preamp captures the authentic Rupert Neve flavor that has shaped countless hit records.

VERSATILE 3-BAND EQ

Complementing the classic Neve preamp, the versatile 3-band EQ in the Neve 1073SPX is also derived from the famed Rupert Neve-designed 1073. This classic equalizer provides precise control with selectable frequencies for the low and midrange EQ bands and the classic fixed high shelf. The high-pass filter offers even more flexibility. Whether you need to tighten up the bass, add warmth in the midrange, or brighten your highs, its intuitive EQ controls and genuine Neve electronics won't disappoint.

NEVE MARINAIR TRANSFORMERS

One of the biggest contributors to the Neve 1073SPX preamp/EQ's signature sound is its Neve Marinair transformers. These custom-designed input and output transformers are integral to the unit’s transformer-balanced Class A topology, enhancing the low-end richness, midrange presence, and airy high frequencies. Hand-assembled with precision, these transformers deliver full-bodied tone and powerful gain on both the microphone preamp and DI inputs.

INTUITIVE NEVE PREAMP CONTROLS AND LEVEL METER

The Neve 1073SPX is equipped with the same familiar, intuitive controls of the original unit, plus a comprehensive level meter that displays all the information you need to work quickly. Precision-engineered rotary switches and smooth potentiometers deliver a satisfying tactile experience while ensuring accurate adjustments to gain, EQ, high-pass filter, and output levels. The LED level meter provides real-time visual feedback on input signal levels and other functions for precise monitoring and optimal gain staging. This user-friendly interface makes the 1073SPX easy to operate, whether you've used a vintage 1073 or not.

A VERSATILE PREAMP/EQ WITH MODERN FEATURES

Featuring an array of controls and settings, the Neve 1073SPX preamp/EQ easily adapts to any session. The FRONT button enables quick input switching from the front mic/line combo connector to the rear microphone inputs and line inputs. Switchable phantom power is easily activated via the 48V button, with an adjacent LED indicating its status. The Lo-Z button adjusts input impedance from 1200Ω to 300Ω for DI inputs, and a DI ground lift helps eliminate hum or buzz caused by ground loops. The switchable -20 dB pad reduces gain on the microphone preamp and line input, protecting your signal from clipping. Additional controls like switchable phase reversal, EQ activation, and pre- and post-EQ insert loops further enhance the flexibility of the Neve 1073SPX.

ROBUST BUILD QUALITY

The Neve 1073SPX preamp/EQ rack-mount unit is built to last, boasting a rugged design that improves on the original Neve 1073 to ensure reliability in even the most demanding environments. Its military-grade construction, including solid metalwork and precision-engineered rotary switches, provides top-tier durability and reliability. The Neve transformers are built for a lifetime of use. Whether used in a studio or on the road, this robust design ensures that the Neve 1073SPX remains a dependable companion for years to come. Every detail, from the sturdy input and output jacks to the smoothness of the EQ knobs, has been carefully tuned to produce a professional mic/line/DI preamp and EQ with an unparalleled tactile experience.

WHAT IS THE NEVE 1073SPX USED FOR?

Designed for a wide range of applications, the Neve 1073SPX preamp and EQ is an indispensable asset in both professional studios and home recording setups. It excels at capturing vocals, acoustic instruments, and even line-level instruments. Its powerful mic/line/DI preamp with 80 dB of gain, versatile EQ, and additional controls are perfect for any recording or mixing application. Whether used on its own or integrated with a larger system, the Neve 1073SPX delivers the flexibility and sonic integrity that modern producers and musicians demand. From input to output, this classic preamp and EQ excels in all applications.

NEVE 1073SPX FEATURES:

  • Genuine Neve 1073 transformer-balanced mic preamp/EQ in a 1U, 19" rack-mount enclosure
  • Exclusive Neve Marinair input/output transformers provide "big iron" sound
  • Genuine Neve 1073 preamp with 80 dB of gain
  • Versatile 3-band EQ derived from the Neve 1073
  • High-pass filter with 50 Hz, 80 Hz, 160 Hz, and 300 Hz settings
  • Pre- and post-EQ insert options for connecting external equipment
  • Front-panel mic, line, and DI inputs
  • Switchable mic/line input on rear panel
  • Switchable +48 V Phantom power, input impedance, -20 dB pad ,and DI ground lift
  • Class A circuitry
  • Expanded gain range for low-output sources
  • Robust, military-grade construction
  • Output level control
  • External multi-voltage PSU

More Information

Condition New
Chassis 19-inch Rack-Mount
Rack Spaces 1U
Input Connectors Analog XLR, XLR Combo Jack TRS
Output Connectors Analog XLR

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