The TubePre V2 from PreSonus is a fully professional tube preamp with a dual-servo (no capacitors) gain stage that allows for boosting the program signal to high levels without significantly increasing the background noise. Discrete components and high-voltage operation provide wide dynamic range without sacrificing detail. The preamp also serves as a direct box (DI) for guitars and basses and it's small enough to carry almost anywhere.
Housed in a rugged case, the unit features an XMAX Class A solid-state preamp followed in the signal path by a 12AX7 vacuum tube output stage. Also included are high-pass filter, phantom power for condenser microphones, a phase reverse switch, and a backlit VU meter. The rear panel contains an unbalanced 1/4" instrument and a balanced XLR microphone input, along with unbalanced 1/4" and balanced XLR line outputs.
- Single Channel
- Preamp and DI
- Solid State Preamp
- 12AX7 Vacuum Tube Stage
PreSonus TubePre V2 Overview
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PreSonus TubePre V2 Reviews
Irish Luck? Or Irish Drunk?
I read that lone 1-star review from Irish Luck and laughed - Funniest review Ive read in a long time. The reality is that almost all new preamp tubes today come from China or Russia. The great tubes from USA and Western Europe stopped being produced back in the 70s and 80s. Any socketed tube can come loose due to vibration. Did Irish Crank even try reseating the tube? In any case ... The Presonus TubePre v2 consistently gets high marks in unsolicited consumers. Its a good Value based on design, features, and performance for its Price Point! Some of the very best tube preamps cost over $1000. At $130 the TubePre v2 is a bargain. The phantom power and 80 High Pass filter are handy for some Mic to phone applications, and a true analog VU meter instead of LEDs for signal Level indication is a welcome old-school design touch. For modders: you can easily change out the tube for a Vintage NOS 12AX7A, 7025, or ECC83 for around $20 to $60.
I would buy this product again
I absolutely love this preamp. I bought it and tried it and it sounds pretty good right out of the box, but I upgraded the tube to an American made RCA 12AX7 and it sounds absolutely terrific on my bass and on vocals as well. Haven't had a chance to try on anything else but I have no reason to believe I wouldn't get the same results on other sources as well. Its very well made as it has a nice metal enclosure and not a cheap plastic one.