Warm Audio WA73-EQ British-Style Mic Preamp & EqualizerClassic British Tone. Studio-Ready Performance.

The Warm Audio WA73-EQ is a powerful, modern reimagining of the legendary Neve 1073 channel strip—arguably the most iconic mic preamp and EQ combo in recording history. Built with premium components and a passion for vintage tone, the WA73-EQ delivers rich harmonics, bold midrange, and that unmistakable analog weight that engineers have trusted for decades.

Whether you're tracking vocals, guitars, drums, or even reamping synths and mixes, the WA73-EQ gives your sound thatunmistakable color and presence.

Vintage-Style Preamp, Versatile Equalizer

At the heart of the WA73-EQ is a fully discrete, Class A circuit that mirrors the original 1073 design, complete with Carnhill transformers (sourced from the UK) for that signature warmth and musical saturation. It's punchy, smooth, and full of character—exactly what you'd expect from a high-end British-style pre.

The 3-band EQ section adds powerful tone-shaping flexibility:

• High Shelf (12kHz) – Perfect for adding silky top-end air
• Mid Band – Selectable frequencies (360Hz–7.2kHz) for sculpting the core of your tone
• Low Band – Adds weight and punch at 35, 60, 110, or 220Hz
• High-Pass Filter – Tames rumble and cleans up the low end (50, 80, 160, or 300Hz)

Built for Serious Recording

With 80dB of gain, the WA73-EQ can handle everything from dynamic and ribbon mics to hot line-level sources. You also get front-panel DI input, +48V phantom power, phase reverse, and an output level trim, making it a true studio centerpiece for any signal chain.

Why the WA73-EQ Stands Out

• Inspired by the legendary Neve 1073 console channel
• Carnhill transformers for vintage analog character
• 3-band EQ for flexible, musical tone sculpting
• Warm, punchy preamp with rich harmonic depth
• Ideal for vocals, guitars, drums, bass, synths, and more

Whether you're building your first pro studio rack or expanding your analog front end, the Warm Audio WA73-EQbrings classic British console tone into your setup—without needing a console.