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AMS Neve 1073SPX-D Studio Preamp

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Combination of 1073 preamp, 3 band equalizer and USB interface, ADAT inputs and outputs, word clock output, Marinair transformer All product info

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AMS Neve 1073SPX-D

Mono preamp with USB interface

USB Audio Interface
1073 Preamp
3-band EQ (shelf and bell filter)
Blend control
PAD 20dB attenuation
Phantom power can be activated
Selectable impedance
9 inputs, 12 outputs
ADAT inputs and outputs
Insert sockets Integration of additional hardware units possible
Can be used as hardware insert for DAW (via I/O routing)
High-pass filter at 50, 80, 160 & 300Hz
DA/AD converter
LED signal level meter
Marinair transformers on inputs and outputs
Class-A transistor-based preamplifier
Custom-made hand-wound inductors
Direct connection of studio speakers and headphones possible
19" device with 1U installation height

Classic sound, modern versatility

The AMS Neve 1073SPX-D is a combination of the legendary 1073 preamp, a three-band equaliser and a USB audio interface. The 1073 preamp delivers a warm and musical sound that is renowned for its detail and character. To ensure that the sound sounds the way it does, a pure Class A circuit and Marinair transformers have been installed at the input and output. In addition to its function as a Preamp, the 1073SPX-D also offers the option of processing and enhancing audio signals with a three-band equaliser, which features a low-shelf, high-shelf and bell filter.

Digital and analogue

Thanks to the USB connection, the device can also be connected directly to a PC/MAC and integrated into the DAW or into an existing setup. In order to retain the legendary 1073 sound even with digital signals, high-quality analogue-to-digital and digital-to-analogue converters with 192kHz/24-bit have been installed. Further interfaces are provided with ADAT for digital and XLR/6.35mm jack for analogue signals as well as a word clock output for clock signals. The connections also allow monitors and headphones to be connected directly to the 1073SPX-D, giving User full control over the monitoring setup. The blend control can then be used to switch between direct monitoring and DAW audio. The insert sockets for send and Return on the rear panel are designed as 6.35 mm jacks and offer the option of integrating external devices such as effects units. Instruments can also be connected directly to the device via the Hi-Z input with switchable 48V phantom power on the front panel. The switches for a high-pass filter and the -20dB attenuation pad can also be found on the front panel.

With the 1073SPX-D, Neve now offers the legendary 1073 sound with digital integration, making the channel strip a versatile companion for everyday live and studio use in addition to its robust design.

Inputs and outputs:

Inputs:
- Line in: 1x XLR
- Mic in: 1x XLR
- DI (front): 1x Combo XLR/6.35mm jack (TRS)
- Monitor in: XLR
- ADAT: Toslink
- Insert: Send and Return each 6.35mm jack
- USB Audio: USB Type B
Outputs:
- Line out: 1x XLR
- Monitor Out: XLR
- Headphones: 1x 6.35mm jack
- Wordclock out: 1x BNC
- ADAT: Toslink

Technical data:

External multi-voltage power supply unit with lockable 5-pin XLR connector
Power supply: - +/116Vdc 2A 230V 20mm & 48Vdc, 250mA 230Vm 20mm
Dimensions (W x H x D): 480 x 44 x 360mm (19-inch device with 1U installation height in rack)
Weight: 5.475kg

Specifications of the various sections:

Preamplifier

Microphone input: gain +80db to +20dB in 5dB steps
Microphone input impedance: selectable between 300Ω and 1200Ω
Line input: input impedance 10kΩ, gain +20dB to -10dB in 5dB steps
DI input: input impedance 2M Ohm (PAD off) / 200K Ohm (PAD on) gain +80dB to +20dB in 5dB steps

Equalizer

High frequency: Smooth +/-16dB fixed frequency shelving at 12kHz
Low frequency: Smooth +/-16dB shelving with selectable frequencies of 35Hz, 60Hz, 110Hz & 220Hz
Mid Frequency: Smooth +/-18dB peaks, fixed Q with selectable center frequencies of 0.36kHz, 0.7kHz, 1.6kHz, 3.2kHz, 4.8kHz and 7.2kHz
High-pass filter: 18dB per octave, switchable between 50Hz, 80Hz, 160Hz and 300Hz

Audio output

Output: Maximum output is '+26dBu in 600Ω, transformer balanced and floating. - Output impedance 75Ω @1kHz
Distortion: No more than 0.07% from 50Hz to 10kHz at +20dBu output (80kHz bandwidth) in 600Ω.
Frequency response: ±0.5dB 20Hz to 20kHz, -3dB at 40kHz. EQ output
Noise: -82dBu at all line gain settings (22Hz to 22kHz bandwidth)
ON: Better than -125dBu at 60dB gain