Behringer Tube Ultragain MIC100 Audiophile Vacuum Tube Preamplifier w/ Limiter

Tubes can really warm up a signal fast, giving it depth and character. Though transistors have succeeded the technology, many musicians agree that tubes deliver a far superior sound. The Tube UltraGain MIC100's hand-selected 12AX7 vacuum tube gives everything from microphones to acoustic or bass guitars that vintage tube vibe - in a dependable and highly-affordable package.

The MIC100 is perfect for studio and live applications. The balanced 1/4" TRS and gold-plated XLR inputs and outputs give you maximum flexibility in either scenario. It derives its personality from a hand-selected 12AX7 tube with UTC technology for superior tube character and low-noise operation. The MIC100 is ideally-suited for use with standard digital recorders and sound cards, imbuing signals with the warmth, presence and classic tube-compression that will bring your digital tracks to life.

The incredible MIC100's controls consist of: switches for +48 V phantom power 20 dB pad, Phase Reverse and Limiter; plus vintage-style Gain and Output knobs. An 8-segment LED meter provides accurate monitoring of output levels. And when used as a high-end DI (Direct Injection) box in the studio or on the stage, the MIC100 delivers flawless performance and outstanding signal integrity.

The MIC100 gives you the sound quality of a vintage tube preamp and high-end DI box all-in-one - at a mere fraction of what a true relic of the 1960s would cost. At a price this low, you owe it to yourself to find out where the MIC100's real tube tone can take your sound.

Features:

• High-end preamplification for all microphone, instrument and line-level sources. Complements especially your studio-grade condenser mics
• Perfectly matches your studio, live and hard disk recording setup
• Hand-selected 12AX7 vacuum tube with UTC technology for exceptional warmth and lowest noise
• Ensures outstanding signal transparency when used as a high-end DI-box
• Sophisticated output limiter prevents the output signal from being distorted
• +48 V phantom power, Phase Reverse switch and 20 dB Pad for utmost flexibility
• Highly accurate 8-segment LED level meter
• Balanced inputs and outputs on 1/4" TRS and gold-plated XLR connectors
• 3-Year Warranty Program
• Designed and engineered in Germany

Specifications:

• XLR input
• Connector: Balanced/unbalanced
• Type: Transformerless, DC-decoupled input
• Impedance: approx. 2 kΩ
• Max. input level: +7 dBu / 20 dB with pad
  
  1/4" TRS input
• Connector: Balanced/unbalanced
• Type: Transformerless, DC-decoupled input
• Impedance: approx. 1 MΩ
• Max. input level: +16 dBu / 20 dB with pad
  
  Audio outputs
• Connectors: XLR and 1/4" TRS connector balanced/unbalanced
• Type: Transformerless, DC-decoupled output
• Impedance: approx. 700 Ω balanced / approx. 350 Ω unbalanced
• Max. output level: approx. +26 dBu @ 100 kΩ
  
  System
• Frequency response: Mic input
• Function controls: Gain - variable (+26 to +60 dB); Output - variable (-oo to +10 dB)
  
  Function switches
• 20 dB pad: Level attenuation (20 dB)
• +48 V: Activates the phantom power
• Phase reverse: Phase reverse (180°)
• Limiter: Limits the output signal
  
  Indicators
• Input level: 8-segment LED meter: -24, -18, -12, -6, 0, +6, +12, clip
• Power-LED: Indicates operation
  
  Physical
• Power supply Mains voltages: 120 V~, 60 Hz, PSU
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 2.5 x 5.25 x 5.25" (64 mm x 135 mm x 135 mm)
• Weight (without power supply): 0.5 kg / 1.1 lbs

Warranty:

• 3 Year