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Everyone is always looking for that perfect balance between the best-sounding audio gear and the most affordable price. Meet the Vintech x73i! Dallas built his hand-wired replica 1073s with the original x73, but wanted to bring the cost down a little lower so that everyone could afford a real-sounding 1073 in their studio. He brought in PC-mounted switches to reduce the cost, then he began to wind his own transformers to get the closest sound to the original units, but without spending hundreds on the transformers alone.

The performance of the x73i (and the siblings, the multi-channel 273 and 473) compares incredibly well against many vintage 1073s that we have brought into our studio.  In fact, people ask if we have 1073s, and we tell them yes, we think the x73is are that close!  So if you are looking for that Vintage 1073 sound, but don't want to spend $3K for a single channel, the x73i is without a doubt the best place to start!

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1073-Style Preamp Blind Shootout: WA273-EQ vs. Vintech X73i vs. BAE 1073 vs. Great River MP-2NV

Also in this recording Great River Electronics MP-2NV Stereo Preamp BAE 1073 Preamp/EQ Rackmount with PSU Warm Audio WA273-EQ Stereo Channel Strip Warm Audio WA73-EQ Peluso P-67 Switchable Pattern Tube Microphone

In this BLIND 1073-style preamp shooutout video, we put the Warm Audio WA273-EQ, the Vintech X73i, the BAE 1073, and the Great River MP-2NV up against each other on acoustic guitar & male vocals. Can you tell which is wh... Read more

In this BLIND 1073-style preamp shooutout video, we put the Warm Audio WA273-EQ, the Vintech X73i, the BAE 1073, and the Great River MP-2NV up against each other on acoustic guitar & male vocals. Can you tell which is which? FOR THE RESULTS AND A COPY OF THE HIGH RES AUDIO FILES:(without YouTube compression), give us a call at (919) 682-5552 or email us at proaudio(at)soundpure.com.

Vintage Neve 1073 vs. Vintech X73i Mic Pre Shootout

Also in this recording Peluso P12 Multipattern Tube Microphone Lynx Aurora 16 I/O D/A and A/D Converter

The Vintech X73i (Neve 1073) Replica is compared side-by-side an original pair of Vintage Neve 1073's in a scientific mic preamp shootout at Sound Pure recording studios.  For the shootout, The Sound Pure Steinway Concer... Read more

The Vintech X73i (Neve 1073) Replica is compared side-by-side an original pair of Vintage Neve 1073's in a scientific mic preamp shootout at Sound Pure recording studios.  For the shootout, The Sound Pure Steinway Concert grand piano was recorded using a matched pair of Peluso P12 Tube microphones (Vintage Clones of the AKG C12 microphone) spaced across the piano's strings.  Each microphones' output was split, one to the Neve and one to the Vintech X73i.  Volume output at identical levels was tested by verifying virtually complete phase cancellation between the two signals when summed together (with one preamp set to phase reverse).  The Vintage clone Vintech X73i blew the minds of the engineers at Sound Pure studios, as the differences between the Vintech and the Neve were imperceptible.  After the listening, the Sound Pure engineers discuss their impressions of the sounds that they were hearing through the studio monitors in the Sound Pure control room.  Sound Pure is a proud seller of Vintech products, and can be reached to answer any questions about the mic pre shootout, or if you'd like the high res audio files for your own listening.  Sound Pure can be reached toll free at 888-528-9703.

Vintech Audio 273 Neve-Style Stereo Preamp - Quick n' Dirty

Also in this recording Vintech Audio 273 (Neve 1073) 2-Channel Mic Pre

The Vintech 273 is an amazing replica of the preamps found in the original Neve 1073 modules. Both channels also offer input sensitivity adjustment allowing up to 70db of gain, an input impedance switch (300 Ohms or 1.2... Read more

The Vintech 273 is an amazing replica of the preamps found in the original Neve 1073 modules. Both channels also offer input sensitivity adjustment allowing up to 70db of gain, an input impedance switch (300 Ohms or 1.2 kOhms), a mic-line switch, an instrument input and switches for phantom power, phase reverse and eq on or off. This preamp is available for SoundPure’s Try-Before-You-Buy Program, so if you want to hear how it sounds in your studio with your gear, shoot us an email at ProAudio@SoundPure.com. If you like what you hear, you can check out all the gear used in this video at SoundPure.com or give us a call anytime at 919.682.5552. Thanks for watching!

Vintech Audio 573 Preamp on Drums - Neve 1073 Clone

Also in this recording Vintech Audio 573 500-Series Mic Preamp Pork Pie 3pc Maple Shell Pack Pocaro Blue / Curly Maple

The new "500" series of Vintech Microphone Preamplifiers, presents a modern take on the classic Neve 1073 module, and in this video we are focusing on the Vintech 573 Model used in our "OAK" sessions. SoundPure's own Pro... Read more

The new "500" series of Vintech Microphone Preamplifiers, presents a modern take on the classic Neve 1073 module, and in this video we are focusing on the Vintech 573 Model used in our "OAK" sessions. SoundPure's own Pro Audio Expert Doug Wessling details the functions, and utility of these stellar preamp's, with special attention to how we used them to track a full drum kit during our session. A transformer balanced microphone preamp, the Vintech 573 provides all discrete high impedance D.I., that passes through the input transformer. If you are interested in the individual drum track, or any other Hi-Res audio files featured in this or any of our other videos, please email preamps@soundpure.com for any questions about the recording chain or anything else you would like to know. You can also call us here at SoundPure, and speak to any of our experts to see how we can provide the perfect combination for whatever setup you are working with. 919-682.5552. or 888.528.9703.

Vintage Neve 1073 vs. Vintech 573 500-series Mic Pre Shootout

Also in this recording Vintech Audio 573 500-Series Mic Preamp Vintech Audio X73i - Special Priced Pair with Power Supply Peluso P-67 Switchable Pattern Tube Microphone Lynx Aurora 16 I/O D/A and A/D Converter

A blind shootout video between a Rupert Neve Vintage 1073 mic preamp, and Vintech Audio's 573 clone - a 500-series style of module preamp. This is similar to our first shootout video featuring a Vintage Neve 1073 vs.... Read more

A blind shootout video between a Rupert Neve Vintage 1073 mic preamp, and Vintech Audio's 573 clone - a 500-series style of module preamp. This is similar to our first shootout video featuring a Vintage Neve 1073 vs. Vintech x73i, this shootout demonstrates how to match the levels (using phase cancellation) during the setup of the shootout, and then conducting a shootout blindly. Instead of featuring Sound Pure's Steinway Concert Grand model B, we feature a short acoustic guitar passage. If you want to listen to the hi res audio files of this shootout, email us at preamps@soundpure.com and we will be happy to send them to you for a closer listen, we would be more than happy to send you the results as well. Perhaps it's best to request the results after you hear the high resolution files- the best way to compare to preamps is by comparing them blindly.

Anchor Drums 3pc Galleon Maple Drum Set-Classic Stripe

Also in this recording Anchor Drums 3pc Galleon Maple Drum Set-Classic Stripe Lynx Aurora 16 I/O D/A and A/D Converter LaChapell Audio 992EG Dual Mono Tube Preamp Miktek C7e Large Diaphragm Multi-Pattern FET Condenser Mic Miktek PMD7 Drum Microphone Set Great River Electronics MP-2NV Stereo Preamp

The Anchor Galleon series has incorporated all of the things you love about vintage drums into a modern build. The Galleon is the flagship line and set the look for Anchor Drums. It uses CNC machined Aluminum lugs that a... Read more

The Anchor Galleon series has incorporated all of the things you love about vintage drums into a modern build. The Galleon is the flagship line and set the look for Anchor Drums. It uses CNC machined Aluminum lugs that are very strong, yet super lightweight.  This lets the shell resonate to it's fullest, plus gives the drums a very bold classic look. This kit is available for SoundPure's Try-Before-You-Buy Program, so if you want to hear how it sounds in your hands, shoot us an email at Drums@Soundpure.com or call us anytime at 919.682.5552. Thanks for watching!

Classical Guitar Recording Technique: Recording Acoustic & Acoustic/Electric Classical Guitars

Also in this recording Schoeps Colette Stereo Set CMC 6 + MK 2H Neumann TLM 107 (Nickel) Multi-pattern LDC Microphone Avalon AD-2022 Dual Mono Microphone Preamplifier A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp Shure KSM313/NE Dual-Voice Ribbon Mic with Roswellite Ribbon

In this video, SoundPure Pro Audio Expert, Travis Hall demonstrates different ways to record Acoustic and Acoustic/Electric Nylon Classical Guitars. Using these techniques, we captured the most beautiful and precise soun... Read more

In this video, SoundPure Pro Audio Expert, Travis Hall demonstrates different ways to record Acoustic and Acoustic/Electric Nylon Classical Guitars. Using these techniques, we captured the most beautiful and precise sounds from the guitars, with help from SoundPure Guest Musician, Dennis Aberle. If you like what you hear, check out the gear used in this video at SoundPure.com or call us anytime at 919.682.5552. Thanks for watching!

Buscarino Starlight Nylon Acoustic Electric Guitar - Quick n' Dirty

Also in this recording Buscarino Starlight Nylon String Acoustic Electric Guitar Schoeps CMC 6 U Microphone Amplifier Schoeps MK 2S Omnidirectional Capsule Shure KSM313/NE Dual-Voice Ribbon Mic with Roswellite Ribbon Lynx Aurora 16 I/O D/A and A/D Converter

The Starlight Nylon is a Thin Body Electric Acoustic Classical Guitar. Starting with a one piece body of Swamp Ash or Honduras Mahogany a sound chamber is created by hollowing out the inside of the body. The sound chambe... Read more

The Starlight Nylon is a Thin Body Electric Acoustic Classical Guitar. Starting with a one piece body of Swamp Ash or Honduras Mahogany a sound chamber is created by hollowing out the inside of the body. The sound chamber helps produce some acoustic tone unplugged which allows the player to hear the guitar in practice situations or other settings where plugging in is undesirable and adds a more natural tone when plugged in. Perfect for large band applications or any setting where more volume is needed. This guitar is available for SoundPure's Try-Before-You-Buy Program, so if you want to hear how it sounds with your gear, shoot us an email at Acoustics@SoundPure.com, or call us anytime at 919.682.5552. Thanks for watching!

K-Line Guitars - K-Line San Bernardino Sonic Blue Electric Guitar Demo

Also in this recording Victoria Amps 45410 45W 4x10 Combo Amp Royer Labs R-121 Ribbon Microphone Lynx Aurora 16 I/O D/A and A/D Converter A Designs REDDI Tube DI

The San Bernardino Electric Guitar from K-Line Guitars, featured here in the gorgeous Sonic Blue Finish, is a prime example of how observing the tenants of a classic, and improving upon those ideals can be executed with... Read more

The San Bernardino Electric Guitar from K-Line Guitars, featured here in the gorgeous Sonic Blue Finish, is a prime example of how observing the tenants of a classic, and improving upon those ideals can be executed with total class. This particular model, is an offset solid body Electric Guitar, available with either Lollar or Klein Standard P-90 Pickups, topped in the super sexy Sonic Blue finish. The San Bernardino is an absolute wonder in terms of its range of tones, extreme warmth and transparency, and stunning clarity. With a variety of different pickups, this beautiful guitar, from the already impressive series of models at K-Line Guitars, will suit whatever style of play you are interested in. Call today to get your hands on this understated, yet powerful new addition to the K-Line Guitars line, or for any questions about any of the gear seen in this video. Call SoundPure at 919.682.5552. or 888.528.973.   Equipment featured in this video: K Line San Bernardino Sonic Blue Electric Guitar - Vovox Sonorus Instrument Cable - Moog MF-104M Analog Delay Pedal - Victoria Amps Model 45410 - Royer 121 Ribbon Mic - Vintech X73i Mic Pre  Sadowsky MV4 Trans-White Electric Bass - A Designs Reddi - Vintech X73i Mic Pre GMS Drums SE Special Edition 3 Piece Shell Pack

K Line Springfield Black Electric Guitar Demo

Also in this recording Flickinger Angry Sparrow Higher Gain fuzz pedal - Black Victoria Amps 45410 45W 4x10 Combo Amp Royer Labs R-121 Ribbon Microphone A Designs REDDI Tube DI

The Springfield, a Strat Style Electric Guitar from K-Line Guitars, has buttery, bell-like tones, a solid feel, and silky smooth playability. This model features an Alder body, Maple neck, Lollar Dirty Blonde pickups, an... Read more

The Springfield, a Strat Style Electric Guitar from K-Line Guitars, has buttery, bell-like tones, a solid feel, and silky smooth playability. This model features an Alder body, Maple neck, Lollar Dirty Blonde pickups, and a classic, black finish. You can hear how well the KLine Springfield handles effects pedals as this video also features a Flickinger Angrey Sparrow Higher Gain Fuzz Pedal as well as the new Moog MF-104M Analog Delay Pedal. For more photos, specs, reviews and more check out SoundPure.com or call our guitar pros at the shop 919.682.5552. or 888.528.9703.    Equipment featured in this video: K Line Springfield Black Electric Guitar - Vovox Sonorus Instrument Cable - Flickinger Angry Sparrow Higher Gain Fuzz Pedal - Moog MF-104M Analog Delay Pedal - Victoria Model 45410 Amplifier - Royer 121 Ribbon Mic - Vintech X73i Preamp Sadowsky MV4 Trans-White Electric Bass - A Designs Reddi - Vintech X73i Preamp GMS Drums SE Special Edition 3 Piece Shell Pack

Vovox Sonorus Instrument Cable - Guitar Cable Shootout

Also in this recording 65 Amps Tupelo 1x12 Combo Royer Labs R-121 Ribbon Microphone Lynx Aurora 16 I/O D/A and A/D Converter

The Sonorus Instrument Cable from Vovox is not only the new industry standard for professional recording, but also the entire reason you would have a discussion about what makes one instrument cable different or better t... Read more

The Sonorus Instrument Cable from Vovox is not only the new industry standard for professional recording, but also the entire reason you would have a discussion about what makes one instrument cable different or better than any other.  Using the latest conductor technology, the Sonorus Cable from Vovox raises the bar for high-quality audio production. Flawless design, impeccable quality and a sharp look, are just a few of the items on the list of great things about these stellar cables. Available in varying lengths, Vovox is now offering Sonorus Patch Cables as well, so you can control the quality of your sound at every input. Rarely has there been a reason to suggest the use of a specific cable to  provide such an elevated level of quality, which the Sonorus Cable offers, and which separates it from the pack. We compared a simple chord progression on the guitar, played by SoundPure's own Guitar Expert Ross, using both a standard guitar cable and a Vovox Sonorus Cable, to exemplify the difference in quality that Vovox offers. For the Hi-Res audio files, or any questions about any of the gear used in this video, please don't hesitate to call or email us here at SoundPure. Ross@SoundPure.com, (919)-682-5552.  

Moog MF-104M Analog Delay Pedal - Moog Music, Inc.

Also in this recording Lynx Aurora 16 I/O D/A and A/D Converter Flickinger Angry Sparrow Higher Gain fuzz pedal - Black Victoria Amps 45410 45W 4x10 Combo Amp Royer Labs R-121 Ribbon Microphone

The new MF-104M Analog Delay Pedal from Moog is more than just an attempt to revisit the now discontinued MF-104 line of Analog Delay Pedals, it is an answer to our prayers, a revelation. Not only does it provide all the... Read more

The new MF-104M Analog Delay Pedal from Moog is more than just an attempt to revisit the now discontinued MF-104 line of Analog Delay Pedals, it is an answer to our prayers, a revelation. Not only does it provide all the same utility of it's predecessors, but takes into account everything that was missing or desired from its' devoted loyalists. 800 MS of Analog Delay, a new 6 Waveshape LFO, complete MIDI control, amazing new capabilities with a Tap Tempo function and the amazing new Spillover Mode all round out this incredible achievement in audio engineering. With the pedal set to Spillover, you can control whether your delay trails continue after bypassing the delay or come to a stop, all completely on the fly. Not to mention, it's all Moog Analog Delay, the best of the best, smother than smooth, beyond comparison to any other analog delay out there. These pedals even utilize the same vintage "Bucket Brigade" chips that were so few in number in the past. CV/Expression Pedal inputs on the rear panel provide hands free control and manipulation of Time, Rate, Feedback, Amount, and Mix. As is the case with all Moogerfoogers, you can connect Moog EP2 expression pedals to any of these CV/Expression inputs to control functions, or connect other Moog Pedals and create entirely new sonic landscapes. The Feedback Insert also provides further utility, if you want to patch in other stomp boxes or outboard effects onto the same line as the delay, opening up even more flexibility with whatever you want to create. This amazing Analog Delay Pedal from Moog will only be available for a short time, don't miss out on your chance to own a piece of Analog history! For any questions about this phenomenal pedal or any other gear used in the video, call SoundPure today! 919.682.5552. or 888.528.9703.   Equipment featured in this video: K Line Springfield Black Electric Guitar - Vovox Sonorus Instrument Cable - Flickinger Angry Sparrow Higher Gain Fuzz Pedal - Moog MF-104M Analog Delay Pedal - Victoria 45410 Model Amp - Royer 121 Ribbon Mic - Vintech X73i Preamp Sadowsky MV4 Trans-White Electric Bass - A Designs Reddi - Vintech X73i Preamp GMS Drums SE Special Edition 3 Piece Shell Pack

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rapido arpeggio electric guitar position 5 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 5) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 9am, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 5) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 9am, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

hyped up electric guitar position 4 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 4) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 12pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 4) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 12pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

mad max electric guitar position 2 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 2) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume max, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 2) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume max, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

hyped up electric guitar position 5 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 5) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 12pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 5) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 12pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

mad max electric guitar position 1 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 1) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume max, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 1) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume max, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

mad max electric guitar position 5 & 4 pickups

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 5 & 4) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume max, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & m... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 5 & 4) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume max, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

ace of distortion electric guitar position 4 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 4) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 3pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 4) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 3pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

mellow harmonix electric guitar position 4 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 4) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 9am, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 4) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 9am, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

ace of distortion electric guitar position 2 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 2) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 3pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 2) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 3pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

hyped up electric guitar position 2 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 2) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 12pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 2) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 12pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

ace of distortion electric guitar position 3 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 3) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 3pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 3) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 3pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

hyped up electric guitar position 3 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 3) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 12pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 3) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 12pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

mad max electric guitar position 3 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 3) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume max, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 3) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume max, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

ace of distortion electric guitar position 5 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 5) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 3pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 5) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 3pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

friendly devil electric guitar position 2 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 2) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 9am, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 2) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 9am, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

ace of distortion electric guitar position 1 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 1) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 3pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 1) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 3pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

hyped up electric guitar position 1 pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 1) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 12pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'... Read more

Nash S-57 electric guitar (position 1) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W(volume 12pm, reverb 11am, treble 1pm, mid 4pm, bass 10am) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp & mic'd with AEA R92 6 inch off speaker) into A designs Pacifica preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

swelling blues electric guitar

Also in this recording Trussart Steelcaster Deluxe sn 06207 SOLD!!! Mojave Ampworks Scorpion Head Guitar Amplifier Mojave Ampworks 2x12 Guitar Speaker Cabinet Ceramic AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone

Trussart Steelcaster Deluxe electric guitar played into Mojave Ampworks Sidewinder Head(tone 10, bass volume 5, treble volume 8 mid off) to Mojave Ampworks 2x12 Cabinet Ceramic mic'd with AEA R92 into Vintech-Audio X73... Read more

Trussart Steelcaster Deluxe electric guitar played into Mojave Ampworks Sidewinder Head(tone 10, bass volume 5, treble volume 8 mid off) to Mojave Ampworks 2x12 Cabinet Ceramic mic'd with AEA R92 into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

jazzy clean electric guitar neck pickup

Also in this recording Fargen Blackbird 20W Guitar Amplifier Combo Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone

McNaught Vintage Single Cut electric guitar (neck pickup) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W (volume 9am, reverb 11am, treble 12pm, mid 3pm bass 1pm) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio... Read more

McNaught Vintage Single Cut electric guitar (neck pickup) played into Fargen Blackbird 20W (volume 9am, reverb 11am, treble 12pm, mid 3pm bass 1pm) mic'd with Sennheiser MD 421 II (22 degrees on axis) into Vintech-Audio X73i preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

bluesy electric guitar neck & bridge pickup

Also in this recording McInturff Carolina Custom Brock-Burst Electric Guitar AEA R84 Ribbon Microphone Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp Lynx Aurora 8 I/O D/A and A/D Converter

McInturff Carolina Custom electric guitar (neck & bridge pickup) played into Blockhead 1963 Split-Front 45(presence 8 bass 2 middle 9 treble 4 volume 1 at 5) into Blockhead 4X12 Model 84 Cabinet mic'd with AEA R84 (cardi... Read more

McInturff Carolina Custom electric guitar (neck & bridge pickup) played into Blockhead 1963 Split-Front 45(presence 8 bass 2 middle 9 treble 4 volume 1 at 5) into Blockhead 4X12 Model 84 Cabinet mic'd with AEA R84 (cardioid pattern) into Vintech Audio x73i preamp & Sennheiser 421 (cardioid pattern) into A-Designs Pacifica preamp feeding Lynx Aurora A/D converters.

bluesy riff electric guitar bridge pickup

Also in this recording McInturff Carolina Custom Brock-Burst Electric Guitar AEA R84 Ribbon Microphone Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp Lynx Aurora 8 I/O D/A and A/D Converter

McInturff Carolina Custom electric guitar (bridge pickup) played into Blockhead 1963 Split-Front 45(presence 8 bass 2 middle 9 treble 4 volume 1 at 5) into Blockhead 4X12 Model 84 Cabinet mic'd with AEA R84 (cardioid pat... Read more

McInturff Carolina Custom electric guitar (bridge pickup) played into Blockhead 1963 Split-Front 45(presence 8 bass 2 middle 9 treble 4 volume 1 at 5) into Blockhead 4X12 Model 84 Cabinet mic'd with AEA R84 (cardioid pattern) into Vintech Audio x73i preamp & Sennheiser 421 (cardioid pattern) into A-Designs Pacifica preamp feeding Lynx Aurora A/D converters.

walking blues electric guitar neck pickup

Also in this recording McInturff Carolina Custom Brock-Burst Electric Guitar AEA R84 Ribbon Microphone Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp Lynx Aurora 8 I/O D/A and A/D Converter

McInturff Carolina Custom electric guitar (neck pickup) played into Blockhead 1963 Split-Front 45(presence 8 bass 2 middle 9 treble 4 volume 1 at 5) into Blockhead 4X12 Model 84 Cabinet mic'd with AEA R84 (cardioid patte... Read more

McInturff Carolina Custom electric guitar (neck pickup) played into Blockhead 1963 Split-Front 45(presence 8 bass 2 middle 9 treble 4 volume 1 at 5) into Blockhead 4X12 Model 84 Cabinet mic'd with AEA R84 (cardioid pattern) into Vintech Audio x73i preamp & Sennheiser 421 (cardioid pattern) into A-Designs Pacifica preamp feeding Lynx Aurora A/D converters.

strumming electric guitar neck pickup

Also in this recording McInturff Carolina Custom Brock-Burst Electric Guitar AEA R84 Ribbon Microphone Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp Lynx Aurora 8 I/O D/A and A/D Converter

McInturff Carolina Custom electric guitar (neck pickup) played into Blockhead 1963 Split-Front 45(presence 8 bass 2 middle 9 treble 4 volume 1 at 5) into Blockhead 4X12 Model 84 Cabinet mic'd with AEA R84 (cardioid patte... Read more

McInturff Carolina Custom electric guitar (neck pickup) played into Blockhead 1963 Split-Front 45(presence 8 bass 2 middle 9 treble 4 volume 1 at 5) into Blockhead 4X12 Model 84 Cabinet mic'd with AEA R84 (cardioid pattern) into Vintech Audio x73i preamp & Sennheiser 421 (cardioid pattern) into A-Designs Pacifica preamp feeding Lynx Aurora A/D converters.

blues riff electric guitar bridge pickup

Also in this recording McInturff Carolina Custom Brock-Burst Electric Guitar AEA R84 Ribbon Microphone Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp Lynx Aurora 8 I/O D/A and A/D Converter

McInturff Carolina Custom electric guitar (bridge pickup) played into Blockhead 1963 Split-Front 45(presence 8 bass 2 middle 9 treble 4 volume 1 at 5) into Blockhead 4X12 Model 84 Cabinet mic'd with AEA R84 (cardioid pat... Read more

McInturff Carolina Custom electric guitar (bridge pickup) played into Blockhead 1963 Split-Front 45(presence 8 bass 2 middle 9 treble 4 volume 1 at 5) into Blockhead 4X12 Model 84 Cabinet mic'd with AEA R84 (cardioid pattern) into Vintech Audio x73i preamp & Sennheiser 421 (cardioid pattern) into A-Designs Pacifica preamp feeding Lynx Aurora A/D converters.

picking elecrtic guitar neck & bridge pickup

Also in this recording McInturff Carolina Custom Brock-Burst Electric Guitar AEA R84 Ribbon Microphone Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone A Designs Pacifica Stereo Preamp Lynx Aurora 8 I/O D/A and A/D Converter

McInturff Carolina Custom electric guitar (neck & bridge pickup) played into Blockhead 1963 Split-Front 45(presence 8 bass 2 middle 9 treble 4 volume 1 at 5) into Blockhead 4X12 Model 84 Cabinet mic'd with AEA R84 (cardi... Read more

McInturff Carolina Custom electric guitar (neck & bridge pickup) played into Blockhead 1963 Split-Front 45(presence 8 bass 2 middle 9 treble 4 volume 1 at 5) into Blockhead 4X12 Model 84 Cabinet mic'd with AEA R84 (cardioid pattern) into Vintech Audio x73i preamp & Sennheiser 421 (cardioid pattern) into A-Designs Pacifica preamp feeding Lynx Aurora A/D converters.

riff raff electric guitar neck & bridge pickup

Also in this recording Zion Fifty Electric Guitar Mojave Ampworks PLexi 45 2X12 Guitar Combo Amplifier Heil PR-40 Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone

Zion 50 electric guitar (neck & bridge pickup) played into Mojave Plexi 45 2X12 ceramic combo(presence 4 bass 2, mid 8, treble 5, tone volume 2) & mic'd with Heil PR-40 into Vintech X73i & AEA R92 into A Designs EM RED p... Read more

Zion 50 electric guitar (neck & bridge pickup) played into Mojave Plexi 45 2X12 ceramic combo(presence 4 bass 2, mid 8, treble 5, tone volume 2) & mic'd with Heil PR-40 into Vintech X73i & AEA R92 into A Designs EM RED preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

speed blues electric guitar bridge pickup

Also in this recording Zion Fifty Electric Guitar Mojave Ampworks PLexi 45 2X12 Guitar Combo Amplifier Heil PR-40 Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone

Zion 50 electric guitar (bridge pickup) played into Mojave Plexi 45 2X12 ceramic combo(presence 6 bass 2, mid 10, treble 6, tone volume 5) & mic'd with Heil PR-40 into Vintech X73i & AEA R92 into A Designs EM RED preamp... Read more

Zion 50 electric guitar (bridge pickup) played into Mojave Plexi 45 2X12 ceramic combo(presence 6 bass 2, mid 10, treble 6, tone volume 5) & mic'd with Heil PR-40 into Vintech X73i & AEA R92 into A Designs EM RED preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

speed blues electric guitar neck & bridge pickup

Also in this recording Zion Fifty Electric Guitar Mojave Ampworks PLexi 45 2X12 Guitar Combo Amplifier Heil PR-40 Microphone AEA R92 Ribbon Microphone

Zion 50 electric guitar (neck & bridge pickup) played into Mojave Plexi 45 2X12 ceramic combo(presence 6 bass 2, mid 10, treble 6, tone volume 5) & mic'd with Heil PR-40 into Vintech X73i & AEA R92 into A Designs EM RED... Read more

Zion 50 electric guitar (neck & bridge pickup) played into Mojave Plexi 45 2X12 ceramic combo(presence 6 bass 2, mid 10, treble 6, tone volume 5) & mic'd with Heil PR-40 into Vintech X73i & AEA R92 into A Designs EM RED preamp feeding Apogee Rosetta 800.

From Vintech Audio

Possibly the best value in the business! The X73i is a class A, all discrete, transformer balanced microphone preamplifier with equalizer both based on the classic Neve 1073 module. It is constructed utilizing modern manufacturing techniques which allow us to offer this product at an incredible value. Now practically anyone can record with the classic sound of vintage modules without having to deal with inflated vintage prices.

The X73i features the same class A mic pre as the X73 with all of the same eq parameters plus additional mid range frequencies, selectable input impedance, 1/4 inch D.I. on front panel, transformer balanced mic and line inputs, phase reverse, phantom power switch, eq switch, 70db of gain, quality Grayhill rotary switches, custom machined aluminum knobs, plus many other features.

We just returned from this year's AES convention where we conducted listening tests between our new X73i and vintage Neve 1073's we rented from Dreamhire in New York. Many folks did the comparison and practically all who did found the units to sound amazingly identical.

Free 3-Year Warranty

Sound Pure stands behind our products. Free three-year warranty on this item. Coverage exclusions live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.

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