The 1073 was an iconic piece of hardware that took the music industry by storm andtransformed intoabeloved fixture in studios worldwide.This unique-sounding mic preamp was a staple in renowned studios like Abbey Road, Sound City, and Capitol Studios, and helpedshape the sound of some of the greatest legendslikeLed Zeppelin, the Beatles, Stevie Wonder andevenAdele.

Today,Behringer’spayhomage to that iconic studio cornerstone with the Behringer 73, a more compact version of the Behringer 1273. Developed with one of the original engineers, their valuable knowledge and experience ensure that the 73 not only maintains the great sound of the original but also meets the demands of modern production.

Features:

• High performance, compact 500 series premium microphone/line preamplifier based on the classic 1073 design
• Class A, all discrete signalpathforhighestsignal integrity
• Custom-built Midas input and output transformers
• Versatile Gain control to handle varioustypeof inputsincludingmic, line and instrument
• Electronically controlled resistor-stepped 80 dB rotary gain switch for extreme precision and low noise
• Trim level control with integrated phantom power switch
• Signal indicator and intuitive phantom power LED with protective automated switching
• Illuminated switches for Phase, Hi/Lo Impedance and Front/Rear Input selection
• Transformer-balanced inputs on combo connectors
• Premium-quality components throughout for a crystal-clear audiophile signal path

Specifications:

• Circuit: Discrete Class-A amplifiers
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.5 dB
• Mic Input: XLR and 1/4″ TRScombisocket,transformer balancedfront, Connection to 500 series rack input connector,transformer balancedrear
• Line Input: XLR and 1/4″ TRScombisocket, transformer balanced front, Connection to 500 series rack input connector, transformer balanced rear
• Outputs: Connection to 500 series rack output connector, transformer balanced rear
• Power: +16 V, -16 V and +48 V
• Current Draw: +16 V = < 200 mA, -16 V = < 15 mA
• Dimensions: 5.2″ (H) x 1.5″ (W) x 6.9″ (D) / 132.1 mm (H) x 37.9 mm (W) x 176.4 mm (D)
• Weight: 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs)