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Key Features
- Tube Preamp for Mics, Instruments, Line
- 12AX7a Tube for 70 dB of Gain, Fat Sound
- Variable I/O Controls
- XLR and 1/4" I/O
Among the world's most popular external microphone tube preamps, the Tube MP from ART delivers fat warmth and a massive 70 dB of gain through its hand-selected 12AX7a vacuum tube. Ideal for microphones, instruments, and line-level sources, this portable, all-steel preamp delivers the real sound of a pro studio to the masses, providing superior sonic performance to onboard preamps on low-cost mixers and interfaces while maintaining very low noise.
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Expected availability: Dec 22, 2025
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Hi , can use and record for instruments too?
Hi , can use and record for instruments too?
This device is generally intended to receive input from an XLR microphone, amplify it, and send output to a 1/4" "DI" (direct input) jack of a mixer or instrument amp. Having said that, there is also a DI jack in this device, which allows an instrument to "pass through" its signal without amplification to a mixer or amp.
As stated in the User's Guide:
Inputs
The TUBE MP provides both an XLR and 1/4" input jack. Use the balanced
XLR input for use with microphone. ... Use the unbalanced 1/4" input jack for instrument applications.
Do not use both inputs at the same time.
Pay attention to the last statement, "DO NOT USE BOTH INPUTS AT THE SAME TIME".
Date published: 2024-09-12
question
Can this be battery powered? I'm looking for a small preamp to put on my camera.
No, this cannot be powered from a battery. This uses a 9 volt AC adapter. Since batteries use DC current, it will not work. As it would end up ruining the equipment. You would need to look for a preamp that is designed specifically for use with a camera.
Date published: 2018-08-27