Neve 1073DPX Dual-Channel Microphone Preamplifier and EQ — Preowned

The Neve 1073DPX puts two channels of the legendary 1073 Class A microphone preamplifier and inductor-based EQ into a single 2U rack unit. Built around exclusive Marinair transformers and a fully discrete audio path constructed with through-hole methods, the 1073DPX delivers the harmonic character and gain structure that has defined professional recording for decades. Each channel includes a three-band EQ, high-pass filter, instrument DI, front and rear input switching, a pre/post EQ insert loop, and variable-point LED metering — a complete front end with no shortcuts. Providence Sound And Vision offers this preowned Neve 1073DPX in Los Angeles, fully tested and backed by PROVSV’s lifetime support commitment.

Key Features

• Dual 1073 Class A Preamps — Two channels of the celebrated 1073 preamp topology, each delivering up to 80dB of microphone gain with the musical drive and harmonic saturation the 1073 name represents.
• Exclusive Marinair Transformers — Marinair transformers on both input and output stages produce the classic 1073 sound; all line and mic inputs are transformer-balanced.
• Fully Discrete Class A Circuit — The discrete audio path is built using through-hole construction, including the Marinair transformers and transistor-based Class A amplifiers, preserving the circuit integrity of the original design alongside modern SMT production techniques.
• 5dB-Stepped Gain Staging — A classic Elma switch delivers accurate, repeatable gain at every step across the full range. The pot itself selects both the preamp and input, eliminating the need for a separate mic/line switch. Three distinct gain stages handle any DI, line, or microphone signal.
• Inductor-Based 3-Band EQ — Each channel features a three-band inductor EQ with fixed high-frequency and two switchable bands with cut/boost capability, plus a high-pass filter. The custom hand-wound inductors are manufactured in the UK exclusively for Neve.
• Dual Instrument DIs — One front-panel instrument DI per channel, ideal for capturing duet or multi-instrument performances without additional outboard equipment.
• Front and Rear Input Switching — Independent front/rear input switching integrates the 1073DPX into any studio or patch bay configuration, with switchable front combi-connectors for direct front-of-unit recording.
• Pre/Post EQ Insert Loop — A balanced +4dBu insert send/return loop with switchable pre/post EQ insertion point adds any outboard processor or pedal directly into the signal chain.
• Rotary Output Fader — Independent level pots per channel, ranging from –∞ to +5, provide precise control over the output level returning to the DAW.
• Variable-Point PPM Metering — Two independent 7-stage LED meters per channel display signals from –33dB to +24dB, with three switchable measurement points: after the preamp stage (I/P), at the EQ stage (EQ), and at final output (O/P).
• Front-Panel Headphone Monitoring — Latency-free mono or stereo monitoring via front-panel headphone output, with an independent preamp output for signal splitting. The unit can be monitored without any recording equipment powered on.

Specifications

• Channels: 2
• Format: 2U, 19″ rackmount
• Microphone Gain: Up to 80dB
• EQ Type: Inductor-based, 3-band per channel (fixed HF, two switchable bands with cut/boost, high-pass filter)
• Insert Loop: Balanced, +4dBu, switchable pre/post EQ
• Output Fader Range: –∞ to +5dB, rotary, per channel
• Metering: 7-stage PPM LED, –33dB to +24dB, three measurement points (I/P, EQ, O/P), per channel
• DI Inputs: 2 (front panel, one per channel)
• Headphone Output: Front panel, mono/stereo switchable
• Power Supply: Internal
• Condition: Very Good

Preowned at Providence Sound And Vision

Every preowned unit at Providence Sound And Vision is thoroughly tested and inspected before it reaches the shelf. This Neve 1073DPX is in Very Good condition and comes backed by PROVSV’s 7-day risk-free return policy and lifetime support — the same commitment PROVSV extends on every piece of gear it sells, new or preowned.