D.W. Fearn has announce the launch of a new unit to within its range of outboard equipment – the 70dB VT-12 Vacuum Tube Mic Pre.
The unit will make its official debut at AES 2010, in San Francisco, California at the D.W. Fearn booth (620)
The D.W.Fearn 70 dB VT-12 Vacuum Tube Microphone Pre-amp is designed to accommodate the low output level of ribbon and dynamic microphones.
It can also be used with condenser microphones, although D.W.Fearn’s existing VT-1 and VT-2 Vacuum Tube Mic Pre-Amps are optimized for condensers.
To make the VT-12 more versatile, phantom power for condenser microphones is included.
However, as many engineers are concerned about possible damage to ribbon mics if phantom power is accidentally applied, the VT-12 has a rear panel switch that disables all possibility of applying phantom power.
“Ribbon microphones have made a well-deserved comeback in the recording world, and the VT-12 has the gain required to use any ribbon microphone and still have the classic musicality our designs are known for,” said D.W. Fearn founder Douglas Fearn.
“The design is based on our popular VT-2 mic preamp, using the same sonic philosophy. The sound of the VT-12 fits right into the D.W. Fearn family of products.”
