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Behringer MIC100 Tube Ultragain Microphone Preamp with Limiter
Vacuum Tube Mic Preamp. 12AX7 Vacuum Tube. +48V Phantom Power, 20dB Pad.
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This premium tube mic/line preamp features an integrated limiter for studio, live and hard disk recording applications. It features a carefully-selected 12AX7 vacuum tube with Behringer's UTC technology for exceptional warmth and lowest noise. Using the MIC100 is a great way to eliminate the "dull" sound of standard digital recorders & sound cards. Also, it perfectly complements studio-grade condenser mics. When used as a high-end DI-box, it ensures outstanding signal integrity. Features also include a phase reverse switch, +48 V phantom power, a 20 dB pad, and balanced I/O.
The heart of the Tube Untragain is an extremely low-noise microphone preamp circuitry that uses discrete components and produces a highly trans-parent sound. In combination with Behringer's tube technology, the operational amplifiers 4580 and a sophisticated circuit topology, the Tube Untragain yields excellent noise and distortion properties. The innovative UTC circuitry that has been developed by our engineering team offers an abundance of sound-shaping possibilities. Absolute musicality was Behringer's major goal when we designed the Tube Untragain. The result is a device that, thanks to our tube circuitry, lends an incredible punch to percussion instruments. On the other hand, instruments that are rich in upper harmonics will receive more transparency. The sound will be warm, detailed and brilliant.
XLR input Connector: Balanced/unbalanced
Type: Transformerless, DC-decoupled input
Impedance: Approx. 2 kOhms
Maximum input level: +7 dBu / 20 dB with pad
1/4 in. TRS input Connector: Balanced/unbalanced
Type: Transformerless, DC-decoupled input
Impedance: Approx. 1 MOhms
Maximum input level: +16 dBu / 20 dB with pad
Audio outputs Connectors: XLR and 1/4 in. TRS connector balanced/unbalanced
Type: Transformerless, DC-decoupled output
Impedance:
Approx. 700 Ohms balanced
Approx. 350 Ohms unbalanced
Maximum output level: Approx. +26 dBu @ 100 k§Ù
System Frequency Response Mic input: <10 Hz - 43 kHz (+/-3 dB)
Line input: <10 Hz - 40 kHz (+/-3 dB)
Function controls Gain: Variable (+26 to +60 dB)
Output: Variable (-oo to +10 dB)
Function switches 20 dB pad: Level attenuation (20 dB)
+48 V: Activates the phantom power
Phase reverse: Phase reverse (180¡Æ)
Limiter: Limits the output signal
Indicators Input level: 8-segment LED meter: -24, -18, -12, -6, 0, +6, +12, clip
Power-LED: Indicates operation
Power supply Mains voltages USA/Canada 120 V~, 60 Hz, PSU
Physical Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 2 1/2 (64 mm) x 5 1/4 (135 mm) x 5 1/4 in. (135 mm)
Weight (without power supply): Approx. 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs)
The heart of the Tube Untragain is an extremely low-noise microphone preamp circuitry that uses discrete components and produces a highly trans-parent sound. In combination with Behringer's tube technology, the operational amplifiers 4580 and a sophisticated circuit topology, the Tube Untragain yields excellent noise and distortion properties. The innovative UTC circuitry that has been developed by our engineering team offers an abundance of sound-shaping possibilities. Absolute musicality was Behringer's major goal when we designed the Tube Untragain. The result is a device that, thanks to our tube circuitry, lends an incredible punch to percussion instruments. On the other hand, instruments that are rich in upper harmonics will receive more transparency. The sound will be warm, detailed and brilliant.
Technical Info
SpecificationsXLR input Connector: Balanced/unbalanced
Type: Transformerless, DC-decoupled input
Impedance: Approx. 2 kOhms
Maximum input level: +7 dBu / 20 dB with pad
1/4 in. TRS input Connector: Balanced/unbalanced
Type: Transformerless, DC-decoupled input
Impedance: Approx. 1 MOhms
Maximum input level: +16 dBu / 20 dB with pad
Audio outputs Connectors: XLR and 1/4 in. TRS connector balanced/unbalanced
Type: Transformerless, DC-decoupled output
Impedance:
Approx. 700 Ohms balanced
Approx. 350 Ohms unbalanced
Maximum output level: Approx. +26 dBu @ 100 k§Ù
System Frequency Response Mic input: <10 Hz - 43 kHz (+/-3 dB)
Line input: <10 Hz - 40 kHz (+/-3 dB)
Function controls Gain: Variable (+26 to +60 dB)
Output: Variable (-oo to +10 dB)
Function switches 20 dB pad: Level attenuation (20 dB)
+48 V: Activates the phantom power
Phase reverse: Phase reverse (180¡Æ)
Limiter: Limits the output signal
Indicators Input level: 8-segment LED meter: -24, -18, -12, -6, 0, +6, +12, clip
Power-LED: Indicates operation
Power supply Mains voltages USA/Canada 120 V~, 60 Hz, PSU
Physical Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 2 1/2 (64 mm) x 5 1/4 (135 mm) x 5 1/4 in. (135 mm)
Weight (without power supply): Approx. 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs)
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Behringer MIC100 Tube Ultragain Microphone Preamp with Limiter Reviews
10 out of 10
zZounds has verified that this customer bought this product from us.
"Behringer MIC100 is a professional quality mic processor for little money."
Feature:
I really like the features of this little device. I can use it with or without the 48V phantom power for my mic, simply by pressing the button. It has a button for 20db boost, and I really like the mechanical (analog) control it gives me outside of my computer sound setup. No mouse needed to set the gain or output.
Quality:
Outstanding quality, build, fit, and finish.
Value:
I would say it's well worth the money. I actually paid list because I needed it, and it's well worth the money.
Desirability:
It's not something you might think you want until you have it. It's not a sexy product by looks or specs, but by sound, you can't beat it!
Sound:
Amazing little instrument. I bought this because I needed a quick way to connect my shock mounted voice mic to a sound card that didn't provide the 48V phantom power needed to run the mic. What I got was incredibly enhanced sound that really extended the feature set of my mic system. The warm tones and clean sound alone, make this a great piece of equipment for the money.
Support:
Haven't needed the support yet.
Overall:
Don't see trading it, but I might buy more of them.
I really like the features of this little device. I can use it with or without the 48V phantom power for my mic, simply by pressing the button. It has a button for 20db boost, and I really like the mechanical (analog) control it gives me outside of my computer sound setup. No mouse needed to set the gain or output.
Quality:
Outstanding quality, build, fit, and finish.
Value:
I would say it's well worth the money. I actually paid list because I needed it, and it's well worth the money.
Desirability:
It's not something you might think you want until you have it. It's not a sexy product by looks or specs, but by sound, you can't beat it!
Sound:
Amazing little instrument. I bought this because I needed a quick way to connect my shock mounted voice mic to a sound card that didn't provide the 48V phantom power needed to run the mic. What I got was incredibly enhanced sound that really extended the feature set of my mic system. The warm tones and clean sound alone, make this a great piece of equipment for the money.
Support:
Haven't needed the support yet.
Overall:
Don't see trading it, but I might buy more of them.
Submitted: 01/08/2004
Style of Music: Voice, techno, R&B, Jazz, Fusion
9 out of 10
Behringer MIC100 Customer Review
Feature:
Its a simple 1 channel preamp, how many features does it need? What you do get is important though.
Quality:
Been my first stage preamp, directly after my bass and before my Tech21 SansAmp, for over two years now. It goes with me on the road, I just toss it in back of the rack with the cables. Works every time I pull it out. Great for being able to adjust the level of different basses, even switching to an upright, so I can use one rack with all the rest of my gear without having to change a hundred knobs to get the right sound. As long as the meter on this is peaking at 0, I know my effects will sound like I want them. Don't listen to the retard who says the tube isn't hooked up. It is, just only operational on the models with the "warmth band" next to it. On neutral its just a transparent buffer/level converter. Don't believe me? Take it apart and pull the tube, set the model on "valve". Any idiot holding the manual could tell you this :)
Value:
Cheap and it works!
Sound:
Swap the tube, it makes a huge difference. I put in a electro-harmonix 12AX7EH, really improved the sound and reduced hum quite a bit. Going back to the stock tube would reduce my rating from an 9 to a 7. I'm going to scrap the stock opamps and go with something a bit more cleaner. If that works like it did on my 3630 compressor, I would have to change my sound rating to an 11. The limiter really ruins the sound and keeps me from even thinking of anything higher than an 9. In fact I'd be really ticked if I couldn't turn it off. Avoid any setting with the limiter engaged. It just brings in the mud, wipes out any clarity at all levels. (You should know that this is just about par for any kind of limiter, IMHO, just not normally this bad at really low levels.)
Ease of Use:
Once again, single channel, gain and level knobs, easy... Just watch out, you're not using the tube on any modeling setting that doesn't have the "warmth band" beside it.
Support:
The best support is the kind you never had to use!
Overall:
Great size, just wish it had a power switch and mute switch. Neither of which is a deal breaker and if I needed that bad enough there is enough room to install one myself. Quick side note: I currently use the "20dB pad" button as some kind of mute when I switch instruments, this works well enough that I have not added a pure mute switch.
Its a simple 1 channel preamp, how many features does it need? What you do get is important though.
Quality:
Been my first stage preamp, directly after my bass and before my Tech21 SansAmp, for over two years now. It goes with me on the road, I just toss it in back of the rack with the cables. Works every time I pull it out. Great for being able to adjust the level of different basses, even switching to an upright, so I can use one rack with all the rest of my gear without having to change a hundred knobs to get the right sound. As long as the meter on this is peaking at 0, I know my effects will sound like I want them. Don't listen to the retard who says the tube isn't hooked up. It is, just only operational on the models with the "warmth band" next to it. On neutral its just a transparent buffer/level converter. Don't believe me? Take it apart and pull the tube, set the model on "valve". Any idiot holding the manual could tell you this :)
Value:
Cheap and it works!
Sound:
Swap the tube, it makes a huge difference. I put in a electro-harmonix 12AX7EH, really improved the sound and reduced hum quite a bit. Going back to the stock tube would reduce my rating from an 9 to a 7. I'm going to scrap the stock opamps and go with something a bit more cleaner. If that works like it did on my 3630 compressor, I would have to change my sound rating to an 11. The limiter really ruins the sound and keeps me from even thinking of anything higher than an 9. In fact I'd be really ticked if I couldn't turn it off. Avoid any setting with the limiter engaged. It just brings in the mud, wipes out any clarity at all levels. (You should know that this is just about par for any kind of limiter, IMHO, just not normally this bad at really low levels.)
Ease of Use:
Once again, single channel, gain and level knobs, easy... Just watch out, you're not using the tube on any modeling setting that doesn't have the "warmth band" beside it.
Support:
The best support is the kind you never had to use!
Overall:
Great size, just wish it had a power switch and mute switch. Neither of which is a deal breaker and if I needed that bad enough there is enough room to install one myself. Quick side note: I currently use the "20dB pad" button as some kind of mute when I switch instruments, this works well enough that I have not added a pure mute switch.
Submitted: 01/10/2008
Style of Music: Anything. Metal to Easy
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