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Add vintage tube magic to your recordings with the Behringer MIC500USB.
The Behringer MIC500USB tube microphone preamp brings coveted vintage tube warmth to any signal chain. With the 12AX7 vacuum tube and 16 distinct preamp voicings, the MIC500USB easily tailors to guitars, drums, keyboards, vocals and more. Studio-ready right out of the box, it has a built-in USB audio interface to connect directly to your computer. Free recording, editing and podcasting software round out its impressive capabilities.
Dial in Legendary Tube Tone With the 12AX7 Vacuum Tube
At the heart of the MIC500USB is a 12AX7 vacuum tube that imparts the warmth, presence and subtle compression that defined classic recordings. The specially selected tube captures the highly desirable sonic qualities of vintage tube preamps with exceptionally low noise. Whether you're tracking instruments or vocals in the studio or amplifying mics for the stage, the 12AX7 brings out the best in any sound source.
Access 16 Versatile Preamp Voicings for any Application
A preamp is only as good as its voicings and the MIC500USB delivers with 16 distinct options to choose from. It's pre-loaded with voicings ideal for standard instruments like guitar, bass and keyboards, as well as percussion, vocals and more. Options include a neutral setting for transparent tone shaping, as well as voicings like Warm and Warm + Limiter that let you add tube compression and analog-style saturation. Having so many voicings at your fingertips makes it easy to customize your tone.
Record Directly to Your Computer Thanks to the Built-In USB Interface
The MIC500USB eliminates the need for extra equipment with its convenient built-in USB audio interface. Simply connect it directly to your PC or Mac using the included USB cable. The MIC500USB handles both audio and power over USB, providing seamless integration for recording into your DAW. Going from studio session to podcast is equally simple with the MIC500USB's fuss-free USB connectivity.
Free Recording, Editing and Podcasting Software Included
To help you make the most of its recording potential right away, Behringer includes free audio software with the MIC500USB's purchase. You'll have everything you need to start recording, editing, mixing and even podcasting. With seamless compatibility with your computer, the MIC500USB gives you the tools to start creating professional recordings straight out of the box.
Features
- High-end pre-amp for microphone, instrument and line-level sources
- Specifically designed for studio-grade condenser mics
- Perfectly matches your studio, live and hard disk recording set-up
- Ultra-flexible Preamp Modeling
- Choose between 16 preamp voicings designed for electric and acoustic guitars, keyboards, bass guitars, drums, vocals and more
- Built-in USB/Audio Interface to connect directly to your computer
- Free audio recording, editing and podcasting software plus 150 instrument/effect plug-ins downloadable at behringer.com
- Powerful Phones output with Level control and Direct Monitor select
- Hand-selected 12AX7 vacuum tube with UTC technology for exceptional warmth and lowest noise
- Ensures outstanding signal transparency when used as a high-end DI-box
- Sophisticated output limiter prevents the output signal from clipping
- Dedicated low cut filter eliminates unwanted noise, e.g. floor rumble
- +48 V phantom power, Phase Reverse switch and 20 dB Pad for utmost flexibility
- Highly accurate 8-segment LED level meter
- Balanced inputs and outputs on ΒΌ" TRS and XLR connectors
Order the Behringer Tube Microphone Preamp today for studio-quality sound.
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