Behringer MIC2200 V2 2-channel Tube Microphone Preamp

The Behringer MIC2200 V2 Ultragain Pro Mic Preamplifier enables you to achieve a highly sought-after vintage mojo without the six-figure price tag. Thanks to its rack-mountable design the MIC2200 V2 is just as comfortable on the road as it is in the studio. The inclusion of hand-selected 12AX7 tubes will have your live shows and productions harking back to the golden age of recording. Imbuing your signal with warmth, presence and iconic tube saturation and compression.

The onboard parametric EQ will provide you with warm lows and the silkiest of highs, sculpting your vocal and instrumental sounds with maximum precision and musicality. If you desire to achieve the same tonal quality as your favourite albums from the 60s-70s then the V2 is the one for you.

Full Description

Hand selected tubes for optimised quality

Tubes are excellent in providing your recordings/performances with increased depth and tonal character. The MIC2200 V2 is the ultimate choice for any serious audio engineer and audiophile. Each 12AX7 tube is hand-selected and chosen for the warmth and character it'll imbue into your recordings. Excelling on every source, from drums to vocals, the 2200 V2 is a highly dependable item at an affordable price.

Detailed and musical onboard EQ

Ensure unparalleled tonal characteristics thanks to the onboard, fully parametric EQ. This allows you to have total control over your sound, enhancing your recordings with the fattest of low frequencies and silkiest of highs. The V2 enables you to create the sound you hear in your head.

Versatile options

The 2200 V2 displays a fully comprehensive, intuitive array of controls, on its sleek, black fascia. It features +48V phantom power, allowing you to record and perform with your favourite small or large diaphragm condenser microphones. The inclusion of a switchable phase reverse button allows you to instantly switch the polarity of your microphones. Enabling you to check and correct the phase relationship of your set up. Thanks to the inclusion of a 12-segment LED monitor you'll be able to accurately monitor output levels to avoid clipping and distortion.

Features

• Ultra-low noise discrete microphone/line preamplifier with hand-selected 12AX7 tube for ultra-musical sound
• Mic input stage based on discrete, conjugate transistor pair circuitry
• Ultra-wide bandwidth from 10 Hz to 200 kHz for "open" sound
• Integrated fully parametric EQs with dedicated center frequency, bandwidth and level controls
• Independent line driver for converting -10 dBV into +4 dBu pro level
• Soft-mute +48 V phantom power to avoid switch-on thumps
• Fully tunable and switchable 12 dB high-pass filter
• Switchable phase reverse for correcting phase-related problems
• Accurate 12-segment LED metering for output level
• Servo-balanced inputs and outputs with 1/4" TRS and gold-plated XLR connectors
• Internal switch-mode power supply (100- 240 V ) for noise-free audio and low power consumption
• 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty Program*

Specifications

• Preamp Type: Tube
• Number of Channels: 2
• Phantom Power: Yes
• EQ: Yes
• Analog Inputs: 2 x XLR, 2 x 1/4"
• Analog Outputs: 2 x XLR, 2 x 1/4"
• Frequency Response: 10Hz-20kHz
• Rack Spaces: 1U
• Width: 19"
• Height: 1.75"
• Depth: 8.5"
• Weight: 3.0 kg
• Product Code: MIC2200 V2