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Description
Introducing the BAE 1073 MP, a meticulously handwired homage to the legendary Neve 1073 microphone preamp. Faithful to its vintage roots, this preamp captures the quintessential Class A sound that has been the backbone of countless iconic recordings. With its harmonically rich low end, slightly resonant highs, and clear mids, the BAE 1073 MP is designed to breathe character and depth into your recordings.
Built with the highest quality components, this unit features transformer-coupled inputs with selectable impedances, ensuring optimal interaction with a wide range of microphones. What sets it apart is its ability to handle line-level inputs and DI for various instruments, making it a versatile addition to any recording setup. With the BAE 1073 MP, you're not just getting a preamp; you're acquiring a piece of music history, modernized for today's discerning audiophile and producer.
Key Features:
- All Class A, handwired transformer-coupled design
- 71dB of gain on tap, ideal for low-output ribbon mics
- Input impedance selector switches between 1200 and 300 ohms
- Capable of handling line-level inputs for added versatility
- High-impedance DI for guitar, bass, synth, and other sources
- Polarity reverse switch
- Equipped with Carnhill St Ives transformers, as found in vintage 1073 and 1084 units
- Frequency response: 10Hz-55kHz (-3dB)
- Line input impedance: 10k ohms
- Output impedance: 65 ohms
- Common mode rejection ratio: 100dB min at 60Hz
- Maximum output level: +27.4 dBu at 600ohms
- Regulated linear power supply capable of running up to four channels
Product specs
| Preamp Type | Solid State |
| Number of Channels | Single channel |
| Phantom Power | Yes |
| Analog Inputs | 1 x XLR (mic), 1 x 1/4" (Hi-Z) |
| Analog Outputs | 1 x XLR |
| Frequency Response | 10Hz-55kHz (-3dB) |
| Rack Spaces | 1U |
| Power Source | External remote power supply |
| Height | 1.75" |
| Depth | 9" |
| Width | 19" |
| Weight | 8 lbs. |
FAQs
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What type of sound can I expect from the BAE 1073 MP preamp?
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The BAE 1073 MP preamp is renowned for its warm, musical sound, making it ideal for vocals and drums. It offers a classic British tone with rich, harmonic detail, suitable for various recording applications.
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Does the BAE 1073 MP provide phantom power for condenser microphones?
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Yes, the BAE 1073 MP includes phantom power, allowing you to use condenser microphones effectively.
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What are the connectivity options for the BAE 1073 MP preamp?
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The BAE 1073 MP features 1 XLR input for microphones, 1 Hi-Z 1/4" input for instruments, and 1 XLR output, providing versatile connectivity for studio setups.
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Is the BAE 1073 MP suitable for professional studio recording?
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Absolutely, the BAE 1073 MP is a professional-grade preamp with a solid-state design, offering high-quality sound and reliable performance for studio recording.
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What is the frequency response of the BAE 1073 MP preamp?
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The BAE 1073 MP offers a frequency response from 10Hz to 55kHz (-3dB), ensuring a wide range of sound capture with excellent clarity.
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Reviews
PROS
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Delivers the classic Neve 1073 sound, highly sought after
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Exceptional sound quality with warm lows and sweet, non-harsh highs
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Near-identical to vintage Neves, maintaining favored characteristics
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Ideal for a wide range of genres, including Rap/Hip Hop and Rock
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Produces a "magic glue" effect on tracks, enhancing overall sound cohesion
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Virtually noise-free operation when used correctly
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Offers a musical breakup that adds character to recordings
CONS
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about BAE Audio 1073 MP.
Features and functionality
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Plugging into the DI input automatically disconnects the mic input, allowing the mic cable to remain connected at all times.
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The BAE 1073MP is described as more "hi-fi" compared to the more versatile, all-in-one nature of the El-9 Mike-E.
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The El-9 Mike-E's VCA compressor is noted for its suitability on percussion, guitars, and bass, especially with its tape-style saturation.
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Comparisons
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The BAE 1073MP lacks the ba284 card, resulting in saturation that differs from traditional NEVE preamps, with less defined characteristics.
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The BAE 1073MP offers more gain than the Empirical Labs El-9 Mike-E, making it preferable for low-output mics like ribbons or dynamics.
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Users compare the BAE 1073MP with the Focusrite Clarett, noting that the 1073 provides more coloration, while the Clarett offers a clean signal.
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User experience
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Users note the BAE 1073MP is a solid choice for those not seeking saturation but needing a reliable preamp/DI.
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The El-9 Mike-E is praised for being extremely low noise, even at high gain levels, making it suitable for use with mics like the SM7B without a cloud lifter.
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Many bass players and engineers prefer using the 1073 on the DI to add color, as the amp already provides substantial tonal character.
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Use cases and applications
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The BAE 1073MP is preferred by some if they already have a separate compressor they favor for vocals.
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The BAE 1073MP is preferred for bass DI coloration, especially when blending with an amp for more tonal flexibility in pop/rock music.
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Engineers often drive the BAE 1073MP hard on amp mic inputs to achieve desired saturation, balancing DI clarity with amp coloration.
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The BAE 1073MP is frequently used with an SM7B mic on bass cabs for a rich, full sound, often paired with a tube preamp for the DI signal.
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5.0 out of 5
Based on 1 Review and 3 Ratings
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Not a neve . But next best thing
My choice for mic pre after trying almost every pre on the planet
Artist usage
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"A solid stereo pre and a solid bus compressor. Breakfast of champions."
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In a user-uploaded photo, Travis Scott is shown using the BAE 1073 MP preamp, positioned above the CL-1 compressor in his studio setup. The BAE 1073 MP is known for replicating the iconic Neve 1073 preamp, utilizing many of the same components, and is regarded by professionals as a high-quality equivalent.
The interviewer says: "The vocal tracks that [Kurt] Uenala [ie Dave Gahan's technician] has been recording are captured via a signal path that often consists of a Shure SM7 going through a BAE 1073."
In the October issue of Sound on Sound Magazine, in studio photos you can see a BAE 1073 rack mounted below a pair of computer moniters.
Ian Kirkpatrick uses the BAE 1073 MP, a mic preamp without the EQ section, as shown in a user-uploaded photo featuring two units in a 19-inch rack. Although Kirkpatrick typically employs the 19" rack versions with 4-band EQs, this setup highlights his preference for the BAE 1073 series. For more details on the BAE 1073 MP, visit BAE Audio. Additional information on mic preamps and EQs can be found at TrakAudio.
Oz Noy lists all of his current gear, including this one on his website.
At 6:41 in this YouTube video (Studio Tour 2020), Neon Vines talks about to use of BAE 1073 MP for tracking vocals.
In an interview with HOT 97, NAV is shown using the BAE 1073 MP preamp at the 3:40 mark.
In this YouTube video, Nesty "La Mente Maestra" can be seen using the BAE 1073 MP at 4:11. The video showcases all the hardware he uses to produce music.
"When we worked on the Max Payne soundtrack it was our introduction to working in studios filled with very high quality gear, and one thing you can scarcely escape in any good studio is a Neve 1073 and/or one of its clones. We were impressed with the sound that these preamps gave our recordings so we did a little research and consistently heard that BAE 1073's sound like the original but better. We invested in a stereo pair and we haven't looked back. They're crisp but add a warmth and depth to the low end."
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