Definitive British Preamp/EQ in a 500 Series Module
Neve 80 series consoles defined the sound of 1970s rock 'n' roll; their legendary 1073 preamp and EQ modules wrote the book on characterful mic preamplification and punchy equalization. Introduced later in the decade, the 1084 featured several enhancements, including selectable HF frequency centers. Today, you can have all of that sonic goodness in a triple-wide 500 Series module. Done up in classic RAF blue-gray livery, the BAE 1073D nails the authentic sound of the vintage modules, using the same hand-wired, transformer-coupled Class A design and original-spec components like Carnhill St. Ives transformers, gold-plated Elma switches, and Canford wire. With 70dB of gain on tap, the 1073D lets you capture subdued sources with your favorite ribbon mic; cranking the gain enhances your tracks with tasty vintage-style coloration. A highpass filter lets you roll off mud, rumble, and other low-frequency content that can mar an otherwise perfect take. And the 1073D's renowned 3-band EQ section can enhance anything. The BAE 1073D. Take it from Sweetwater: this is the stuff of legend.
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BAE 1073D 500 Series Module Features:
- All Class A, hand-wired transformer-coupled design
- 70dB of gain on tap handles low-output ribbon mics
- Highpass filter: Off, 50Hz, 80Hz, 160Hz, and 300Hz
- 3-band EQ section
- HF: +/-16dB shelving, selectable center frequencies at 10kHz, 12kHz, and 16kHz
- MF: +/-18dB peaking, fixed Q, selectable center frequencies at 360Hz, 700Hz, 1.6kHz, 3.2kHz, 4.8kHz, and 7.2kHz
- LF: +/-16dB shelving, selectable center frequencies at 35Hz, 60Hz, 110Hz, and 220Hz
- Handles line-level inputs for added versatility
- High-impedance DI for guitar, bass, synth, and other sources
- Polarity reverse switch
- Original-spec components include Carnhill St. Ives transformers, Elma switches, and Canford wire
- Frequency response: 10Hz-55kHz (-3dB)
- Mic input impedance selector switches between 1200 and 300 ohms
- Line input impedance: 10k ohms; DI Input Impedance 150k ohms
- Output impedance: 35 ohms
- Common mode rejection ratio: 100dB min at 60Hz
- Maximum output level: +27.4 dBu at 600ohms
- Not standalone — requires compatible 500 Series chassis
