Discrete, high voltage, dual-transformer microphone preamplifier design with high gain (+71dB), high headroom, low noise, and an exciting sonic performance – great for all types of recording applications. A high quality mic preamp is one of the most critical pieces needed to achieve the elusive ‘larger than life’ sound, and the WA12-500 MKII is more than capable of delivering. The WA12-500 MKII is designed to transform plain instruments and vocals into exciting tone. Utilizes premium grade input and output USA Cinemag transformers. Utilizes a discrete 6-pin socketed 1731 style opamp. 20 dB pad. Tone button - switches the input impedance from 600 Ohm to 150 Ohm. Mic level balanced input: XLR. 2 Meg Ohm true Hi-Z input on front panel. Balanced outputs: XLR and 6,3 jack. 48 V phantom power. LED meter gain indication. External 24 V AC power plug.