Behringer TUBE ULTRAGAIN MIC500USB Audiophile Vacuum Tube Preamplifier with Preamp Modeling Technology and USB/Audio Interface, Compatible with PC and Mac

Tubes can really warm up a signal fast, giving it depth and character. Though transistors have succeeded the technology, many musicians agree that tubes deliver a far superior sound. The TUBE ULTRAGAIN MIC500USB’s hand selected 12AX7 vacuum tube gives everything from microphones to acoustic or bass Guitars that vintage tube vibe – in a dependable and ultra-affordable package. The MIC500USB is ideal for studio and live applications. The balanced XLR and ¼ inch TRS inputs give you maximum flexibility in either scenario. It derives its personality from a hand-selected 12AX7 tube with UTC technology for superior tube character and low-noise operation. The MIC500USB is ideally suited for use with standard digital recorders and sound cards, imbuing signals with the warmth, presence and classic tube compression that will bring your digital tracks to life. The incredible MIC500USB’s controls consist of: switches for +48 V phantom power, two0 dB pad, Phase Reverse and Limiter; plus vintage-style Gain and Output knobs. An eight-segment LED meter provides accurate monitoring of output levels. And when used as a high-end DI (Direct Injection) box in the studio or on the stage, the MIC500USB delivers flawless performance and outstanding signal integrity. To help you get the most from your contemporary MIC500USB, we’ve provided 16 unique preamp voicings that cover a wide range of applications including vocals, acoustic and electric Guitars, bass, keyboards and more. Options include: Neutral, for a more natural sound; Warm, for adding the warmth typically associated with analog signals and vacuum tubes; Warm + Limiter, for additional warmth when working with high volume levels, sounds with frequent signal peaks, or directly recording an instrument with a mic (e.g., drums); and Limiter, for adding density and a consistent output level of all notes or sounds below clipping.