{"product_id":"musictoner-chucklevins-warm-audio-wa12-mkii-discrete-mic-pre","title":"Warm Audio WA12 MKII Discrete Mic Pre","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e \u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGet The Warm Audio Sound When You Record With The WA12 MKII Discrete Mic Pre\u003c\/h4\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe WA12 MKII Black is based around the X731 discrete op-amp, which is Warm Audio's own reproduction of the classic Melcor 1731 - considered by some to be the warmer predecessor to the modern 2520-style op-amp. The X731 can achieve vibrant, clean and lifelike tones, but it can also be driven into mild saturation at much higher gain levels. While the effects of that saturation can range from subtle to obvious, they always remain very pleasing to the ear, and because it was designed around the X731 the WA12 MKII Black can accept any discrete op-amp on the market that conforms to the +\/-16v, 2520 pinout standard.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUtilizes a discrete 6-pin socketed 1731-style opamp, which can be swapped with other designs that conform to the 6-pin, 2520 footprint +\/- 16VDC standard for varying tone and flavor\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eTone button - switches the input impedance from 150 to 600 ohms and changes the tone of both the mic and hi-Z inputs\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e2 MegOhm true hi-Z input on the front panel which sends the signal through the entire circuit, including both Cinemag transformers and the X731 opamp - great for guitars, bass, keys, keyboards and any instrument with a 1\/4” output jack\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eOutput attenuation control (positioned after the Cinemag output transformer) allows for driving the preamp and transformers into saturation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUtilizes premium-grade input and output transformers from Cinemag USA\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFully discrete design with a robust 71dB of gain\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e20db pad.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eMic level balanced input: XLR\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eBalanced outputs: XLR and 1\/4″\/TRS\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e48 volt Phantom Power\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eLED Meter gain indication\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eSwitchable 115\/230 volt IEC power inlet\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr\u003e    Manufacturer: Warm Audio\u003cbr\u003eModel: WA12 MKII BLACK\u003cbr\u003eSKU: I645187-N-0-WHXA\u003cbr\u003eUPC: 850016400611\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are Musictoner Musictoner\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Musictoner has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. Stop by our legendary Wheaton, MD showroom or contact us anytime for expert advice, product questions, or the best possible deal on your next piece of gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Musictoner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67643999158435,"sku":"I645187-N","price":269.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/8299\/0499\/files\/76c95993-5212-4669-84e2-f0fb59940ed9_a8bec2c5-fae3-461a-8ad5-eecc8e27f5dd.png?v=1791501863","url":"https:\/\/musictoner.shop\/products\/musictoner-chucklevins-warm-audio-wa12-mkii-discrete-mic-pre","provider":"MusicToner","version":"1.0","type":"link"}