Universal Audio 2-610 Mic Preamp #2154 (Used)

The Universal Audio 2-610 is a two-channel tube microphone preamplifier based on the legendary Universal Audio 610 modular console. Designed by Bill Putnam Sr., the Universal Audio 610 was among the first modular recording consoles. Early Universal Audio consoles were used in all of Putnam's studios including Universal Recording in Chicago and United/Western in Los Angeles. Many prominent engineers such as Bruce Swedien began their careers in these studios with this classic rotary knob console. The 610 was particularly well noted for its preamplifier, and has left its mark on countless classic recordings from Frank Sinatra to Van Halen, to the seminal Brian Wilson recording - Pet Sounds.

Keeping the quality and character of the original, while adding functionality with more boost/cut settings, phantom power, direct inputs and impedance controls, the Universal Audio 2-610 Mic Pre is the perfect tool for tracking. It's ideal when used in conjunction with a Universal Audio compressor such as the 1176LN or Teletronix LA-2A.

The updated model 2-610 contains popular new features like a -15dB input pad and circuit upgrades to improve frequency response and give the 2-610S the same open sound as its channel strip cousins, the 6176 and LA-610.


Features

• Improved EQ circuit and more "open" sonics as requested by users
• Classic sound of the legendary 610 modular console
• Variable gain and output levels, multiple impedence settings
• Mic, balanced line and Hi-Z inputs
• High and Low shelving EQ
• Ultra quiet operation
• Custom wound double sized alloy transformers