BAE 1073 Mic Pre/EQ w/PSU
The BAE 1073 Mic Pre/EQ w/PSU is a faithful recreation of one of the most iconic signal paths in recording history, combining a classic Class A microphone preamplifier with the legendary 1073 equalizer. Hand-built by BAE Audio, this unit delivers the unmistakable British console sound that has shaped countless world-class recordings.
At its core, the BAE 1073 features a fully transformer-balanced Class A topology using premium Carnhill input and output transformers. The result is a sound characterized by authoritative low end, rich harmonic midrange, and smooth, musical highs. Whether used subtly for tone enhancement or driven for classic saturation, the 1073 excels on vocals, guitars, drums, bass, and more.
The integrated 3-band EQ provides powerful yet musical tone shaping directly at the source. A selectable high-frequency shelf, a fixed low-frequency shelf, and a selectable mid-band allow precise sculpting while preserving the natural character of the source. Supplied with a dedicated external power supply (PSU), the unit ensures optimal headroom, stability, and long-term reliability in professional studio environments.
Features
- Classic 1073-style microphone preamp with integrated EQ
- Fully Class A, transformer-balanced signal path
- Premium Carnhill input and output transformers
- 3-band EQ with musical, fixed-frequency design
- High-frequency shelving EQ
- Selectable mid-band EQ
- Low-frequency shelving EQ
- Stepped input gain control
- Phantom power and phase reverse
- Includes dedicated external power supply (PSU)
- Hand-built with premium components
Applications
- Lead and backing vocals
- Electric and acoustic guitars
- Bass guitar and DI sources
- Drums, percussion, and overheads
- Tracking with analog tone shaping
Technical Specifications
- Type: Microphone preamplifier with integrated EQ
- Topology: Class A, transformer-balanced
- Input Transformer: Carnhill
- Output Transformer: Carnhill
- Gain Range: Up to approx. 80 dB
- EQ Bands: High shelf, mid bell, low shelf
- High EQ Frequencies: Selectable
- Mid EQ Frequencies: Selectable
- Low EQ Frequencies: Fixed
- Controls: Gain, EQ, Phase, Phantom Power
- Inputs: Balanced XLR (mic)
- Outputs: Balanced XLR
- Power Supply: External PSU (included)
- Format: Rackmount module