Few sounds in the history of music can claim the foundational impact and immeasurable influence of the mighty British preamp/EQ. It’s a sound heard across countless ’70s rock classics and ’80s pop anthems; it’s a sound required in every pro-level studio to this very day; and it’s a sound that the Behringer 1273 2-channel Microphone Preamplifier and Equalizer distills right down to its very essence. This 2-channel microphone preamplifier and equalizer captures both the vibe and voice of its vintage inspiration, starting with an all-discrete Class A circuitry, transformer-balanced XLR/combo jacks, and custom-made Midas transformers. The 1273 pushes out 80dB of gain to record any source with lush musicality. You even get a “Tone” switch that adjusts transformer impedance to your current mic to optimize sound for ribbon mics, vintage mics, and any other mic in your locker. Next, the Behringer 1273 delivers an incredibly authentic British-style equalization experience with an inductor-based switchable equalizer section consisting of three shelving filters and a passive third-order highpass filter. A top-quality unit is a must-have tool for any serious studio — the Behringer 1273 puts the sound, power, and prestige of that legendary unit in your hands.