AMS Neve 1073 LB

1073LB

Everyone’s favourite preamp, with 500 series convenience

Designed and manufactured in England, the 1073LB uses the same architecture as the original 1073® preamplifier, conveniently packed into a single 500 series module. This compact design uses matched components and original hand-wound transformers to produce the world-famous 1073 sound.

Marinair® Transformers
Exclusive Marinair® transformers are used on the input and output stage to produce that classic 1073® sound.

Class A discrete
The 1073DPA retains the discrete, class-A topology made famous by the classic 1073. The discrete audio path is constructed using through-hole methods, including mounting the Marinair® transformers and class-A transistor-based amplifiers.

Unique 1073® Gain Staging
The classic 5dB stepped Elma switch delivers accurate gain levels throughout the gain range. This unique layout means there is no need for a mic/line switch as the pot itself selects the preamp and input. Three distinct gain stages provided by two independent transistor-based preamplifiers provide gain for any DI, line input or microphone signal.

High Output - Harmonic Saturation
By combining the two preamps together, the 1073® preamp can deliver up to 80dB of microphone gain, bringing out the musical drive and harmonic saturation that the 1073 is famous for.

Lo-Z Impedance
The 1073LB impedance can be optimised for use with a wide range of modern or vintage microphones, with quickly selectable settings of 1.2kΩ and 300Ω.

Phase Invert
The 180-degree phase flip feature is handy in multi-microphone setups with multiple preamps, ideal for top and bottom snare micing.

General Specification

• Classic transformer microphone preamp amp (Class A design)
• Exclusive Neve® Marinair® transformers used on input and output stages
• Both Mic and Line inputs are transformer balanced and earth free
• Gain knob with Signal Presence LED
• +5/-20dB level Trim control with integrated phantom power on/off switch
• Phase, Impedance and Front Input selector switches
• Front combi-XLR connector with intelligent switching of phantom power
• Audio Processing Insert design allows processing from adjacent 1073LBEQ and/or 2264ALB modules to be inserted into the 1073LB signal path (pre-output stage)
• Crafted in England by Neve® Engineers
• Compatible 500-series rack/enclosure with Power Supply and line-level input/output connectors required, not supplied.

Audio Performance

• Microphone Input: Gain -80db to -20dB in 5dB steps
• Line Input: Input impedance 4k ohms bridging, gain -20dB to +10dB in 5dB steps
• Output: Max Output +28dBu – Output Impedance 75Ω @ 1kHz
• Output is transformer balanced and earth free
• Distortion: Not more than 0.07% from 50Hz to 10kHz at +20dBu output
• (80kHz bandwidth)
• Freq Response: ±0.5dB 20Hz to 20kHz, -3dB at 40kHz
• EIN: Better than -125dBu @ 60dB gain
• Noise: -82dBu at all Line gain settings (22Hz to 22kHz bandwidth)

Dimensions

• Width: 38mm (1.5 inches)
• Height: 132mm (5.25 inches)
• Depth: 145mm (5.75 inches)
• Weight 1.1Kg (2.5 pounds)