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ART Tube MP

Item ID: TubeMP

Single-Channel Tube Microphone/Instrument Preamplifier

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Great Tube Warmth from a Portable, Affordable Preamp!

Need a small, portable, quality and unbelievably inexpensive pre-amp? Look no further than Sweetwater and ART for the amazing Tube MP! This compact, single-channel tube pre comes in very handy, adding just the touch of warmth you've been looking for to your digital recordings.

ART Tube MP Preamp at a Glance:
  • Versatile mic preamp also great for acoustic or piezo pickups and DI use
  • Smooth tube sound quality plus over 70dB of gain
  • Outstanding signal quality and low noise

Use with microphones, acoustic guitar pickups and piezos
The Tube MP was originally designed to provide smooth, warm character to microphones. But users have also found that the Tube MP works great on acoustic guitars and piezo pickups. You can run it into a console, amplifier, signal processor or recorder. The Tube MP can even work as a direct box!

Smooth tube sound quality plus over 70dB of gain
The Tube MP features a classic 12AX7 tube to deliver that warm, fat sound reminiscent of tube pres of the past. Plus, the Tube MP can give you plenty of output, with up to 70dB of gain. 48-volt phantom power is built in, and individual input and output gain controls allow you to dial in the perfect settings for your mic or pickup.

Outstanding signal quality and low noise
Using a transformerless design throughout, the Tube MP maintains exceptional signal integrity and extremely low noise. With XLR and 1/4" inputs, a phase reverse switch, and a sturdy steel case, the Tube MP is a great choice for both studio and location work!


ART Tube MP Preamplifier Features:
  • Superior preamp for microphones, instruments and line level sources
  • Hand selected 12AX7 vacuum tubes
  • Provides over 70dB of gain
  • Smooth, warm and fat sound quality
  • Variable input and output gain controls
  • Excellent as a tube DI
  • XLR and 1/4" inputs and outputs
  • 48 volts phantom power
  • Phase reversal switch
  • Superior sonic performance to many onboard preamps
  • Includes AC power supply

For authentic tube warmth, get a Tube MP!
Specification Detail
Preamp Type Tube
Number of Channels 1
Frequency Response 10Hz-20kHz
Phantom Power Yes
EQ No
Compression No
Analog Inputs 1 x XLR, 1 x 1/4"
Analog Outputs 1 x XLR, 1 x 1/4"
Digital Inputs No Digital Inputs
Digital Outputs No Digital Outputs
Other I/O No Other I/O
Computer Connectivity No Computer Connectivity
Rackmount Spaces Not Rack Mountable
Height 2"
Depth 5"
Width 5.5"
Weight 1.5 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number TUBE MP

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Reviews

based on 29 reviews

Great for warming up your guitar when running direct from a floor processor

by Steven McGinnis from kansas city, MO
February 22, 2013
Music Background: professional club musician
i have an older one it has a vu meter but basically the same box . These are fantastic little devices : signal boost on long cable runs warming up your sound if you have a Boss me50 or a line 6 pod di... read more [+]rect to the board this will give you that evasive tube warmth, run it in front of your fender twin for a little extra growl . there are tons of uses for these they are not expensive. which means you break one or lose one its not the end of the world and easily replaced i highly recommend these... my secret weapon... close [-]

If you don't have it-get it

by Gene from Southern California
July 10, 2012
Music Background: Worship team member, serious hobbyist
It's everything it's supposed to be for a very low price. I use it on my NS Design WAV electric upright bass at church (piezo pick-up). I needed something more than just a DI box to boost the signal... read more [+] to the mixer. This unit works great. Didn't need EQ, as I leave that to the sound guy. close [-]

If you don't have it-get it

by Gene from Southern California
July 10, 2012
Music Background: Worship team member, serious hobbyist
It's everything it's supposed to be for a very low price. I use it on my NS Design WAV electric upright bass at church (piezo pick-up). I needed something more than just a DI box to boost the signal... read more [+] to the mixer. This unit works great. Didn't need EQ, as I leave that to the sound guy. close [-]

Even better

by Art Stuckman from Fremont, Ohio
May 8, 2012
Music Background: Musician
I wrote an review as seen below, where I said that using the 20 db switch and the phase switch really boosted the output but I was wrong!. I didn't even need to go that far to exploit the capability o... read more [+]f this awesome preamp!, I just simply disengaged all the switches and turned up the input and output knobs to half and adjusted the gain on my Mbox 2 interface accordingly and I have more gain than I'll ever need!, I'm buying another for my guitar a.s.a.p.!. close [-]

Amazing!

by Art Stuckman from Fremont, Ohio
March 23, 2012
Music Background: Musician.
I ordered this preamp and received it the very next day!. This minor investment has made an drastic improvement in the sound and feel of my six string bass!. I thought I'd made an mistake until I enga... read more [+]ged the 20db button and the phase switch and WOW!, the bass showed its true nature. If this bottom of the product line sounds like this then the more expensive ones should be unbelievable!!!. close [-]
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