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Studio Projects VTB1

Item ID: VTB1

Single-Channel Solid State Microphone Preamplifier with Tube Blend

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Incredibly Affordable Single-Channel Mic Preamp!

The new Studio Projects VTB1 is the ultimate in low cost mic preamplifier technology. Incorporating true class A/B switching, the VTB1 is a totally discrete circuit. Unique to the VTB1 is the "Tube Drive". The Tube Drive is a variable drive to a 12AX7, that allows the user to blend as little, or as much of the Tube Drive they want. This VTB1 allows the user the most flexibility of any mic preamplifier in it's price class.

Studio Projects VTB1 Applications:
  • A superb vocal mic pre
  • Great for use as a Tube DI Box
  • Great for production, broadcast, and voice over work
  • Perfect for the professional and home project studio
  • A quality vocal mic preamplifier suitable for all vocal styles


The VTB1 allows you to go from a pristine solid state sound, to any combination of Tube Drive you choose - even hard distortion for guitars and bass! The VTB1 is must have device as the perfect mic preamplifier for any microphone!


Studio Projects VTB1 Features:
  • 48 Volt Phantom Power
  • Phase Reverse
  • Variable Input Gain Control On Detented Pot
  • 1/4" D.I. Jack On Front Panel
  • High Pass Filter
  • Descrete Solid State Class A/B Design
  • TRSInsert
  • Mic/Line Switch
  • VariableTube Blend On Detented Pot
  • Meter Read Select Between Input and Output level
  • Switchable Impedance between 50/200 Ohm
  • 5 position LED metering
  • XLR mic input
  • Balanced outputs on XLR and 1/4"
  • External AC Power Supply For extreme Low Noise Operation
  • Output Gain Control On Detented Pot

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Specification Detail
Preamp Type Hybrid
Number of Channels 1
Frequency Response 20Hz-20kHz
Phantom Power Yes
EQ No
Compression No
Analog Inputs 1 x XLR (Mic), 1 x 1/4" (Hi-Z)
Analog Outputs 1 x XLR, 1 x 1/4"
Digital Inputs No Digital Inputs
Digital Outputs No Digital Outputs
Other I/O 1 x 1/4" (Insert)
Computer Connectivity No Computer Connectivity
Manufacturer Part Number VTB1

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Great little pre

by Dlund from Seattle, WA USA
 January 18, 2012
 Music Background: Pro engineer for over 12yrs.
Very versatile little preamp. Lots of headroom. Bright and clear. Used with Rode NT1 and sE-X1 mics as well as many others everything sounds great. This is my go-to bass DI box. Dial in a little tube ... read more [+]drive on it and this will cover just about any electric bass tone you could want. If you're thinking about this one, just do yourself a favor and get it. close [-]

The Studio Projects VTB1 Mic Pre amp

by Robert Turner from Floral Park, NY
 February 13, 2010
 Music Background: Amateur Hobbyist Recording Musician.
Excellent!
I just finished recording some vocals with the Studio Projects VTB1 Mic Pre Amp. I used to have to eat the mic to get any volume or punch on the vocals. This thing is fantastic.... read more [+] It adds such warmth and depth to the sound of your voice. I had been relying on the mic pre-amps that came with my Yamaha recorder. They seemed to do the job at first, but the vocals always sounded flat, dead, no presence. I bought the Studio Projects VTB1 and right out of the box I couldn't believe how much better the vocals sounded.
It works great on acoustic guitars too. I didn't add any hiss or harshness to the sound at all. You can adjust the amount of solid state vs. tube warmth sound you want. I found it sounded best with the knobs set straight up the middle at the 12 o'clock settings. Equal amount of tube and solid state. It's not that the pre amp just makes your vocals sound louder, it makes them sound better, more professional sounding. And who doesn't want that. You can't go wrong.

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Very Solid Construction and Sound!

by Acoustic Guy from Wyoming, USA
 September 22, 2008
 Music Background: Hobbyist
The first thing I noticed when I pulled it out of the box was the solid construction. Well built and doesn't feel like cheap plastic as some others tend to. I use this with my toneport UX2 and AKG p... read more [+]erception 200 mic, and it really gives a great boost in tone and volume. Very quiet as well. Excellent value for this price range. close [-]

Very Valuable Mic Pre at a Very Reasonable Price

by Joshua "J-Duvv" Harris from Southaven, MS USA
 April 28, 2008
 Music Background: Producer, Recording Engineer, Mixing Engineer, Student, Etc.....
I just got the mic on 4/25/08, and I'm already in love with the sound that's generated from it. I recommend this mic pre to any and every one.

Best tube pre for the $$$$$

by Donnie Bryant from Georgia
 February 3, 2008
 Music Background: cow bell professional
I can't believe a $120 sound good as some of the $1000 + pres I have used to record acoustic guitar, voice etc.. This is the way it should be. Everything priced cheap and not a mortgage payment. J... read more [+]eez. A freind told me this was a deal and he was right. And my ears believe it. Put a vintage tube in it..and it will sound even better.. close [-]
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