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Behringer Tube Ultragain Mic500usb Desktop Vacuum Tube Preamplifier With Modeling And Usb/audio Interface

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Add warmth, character, and depth to your recordings with the Behringer TUBE ULTRAGAIN MIC500USB, a high-end preamplifier for microphone, instrument, and line-level sources with 16 application presets and an integrated USB audio interface. The unit features a hand-selected 12AX7 vacuum tube for exceptional warmth and low noise, adding a vintage tube vibe to your production.

The MIC500USB's unique preamp voicing offers presets for vocals, acoustic an delectric guitars, bass, keyboards, and more. The unit includes +48V phantom power for use with studio condenser microphones and a 20 dB pad for added flexibility when using loud sources. There is a phase reversal switch and a highly accurate 8-segment OLED level meter that provides visual feedback of your signal strength. A power supply is included.

Tube Preamp for Mics, Instruments, Line 12AX7 Vacuum Tube for Warmth & Low Noise 16 Preamp Voicing Presets Guitar, Drums, Voice, Keyboards & More XLR and 1/4" Inputs 1/4" Direct Out and Headphone Out Phase Reverse Switch, +48V Phantom Power 20 dB Pad, Limiter, LED Meters Built-In USB/Audio Interface Includes Power Supply

Inputs / Outputs
USB I/O	1 x USB-B 2.0 Female Input/Output
Audio I/O	1x XLR 3-Pin Mic Input 1x 1/4" TRS Hi-Z/Instrument Input (Unbalanced) 1x 1/4" TRS Line Input 1x 1/4" TRS Line Output (Direct Out) 1x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output (Unbalanced)
Input	Type 1 x XLR (Mic) 1 x 1/4" TRS (Line) 1 x 1/4" TRS (Hi-Z) 2 Channels from USB Input Impedance Mic In: 3 Kilohms balanced / 1.5 Kilohms unbalanced Instrument In: 800 Kilohms Maximum Input Level Mic: +1 dBu / Line: +22 dBu Hi-Z: +12 dBu with Pad Phantom Power: +48 V Switchable, Mic Input
Output	Type 1 x 1/4" TRS, Direct Output 1 x 1/4" TRS Stereo, Headphone Output 2 Channels to USB Output Impedance Direct Out: 480 Ohms Balanced, 240 Ohms Unbalanced Headphone Out: 24 Ohms Min Maximum Output Level: +22 dBu Direct Output +22 dBu Headphone Output
Controls	Gain: Variable (+26 dB to +60 dB) Output: Variable (-∞ to +20 dB) Preamp Mode Control: Selection of various preamp models for microphone and instruments
Switch Type	20 dB Pad: Level Attenuation (20 dB) +48 V: +48 V Phantom Power Low Cut: High-Pass Filter (Cut-Off Frequency 90 Hz) Phase Reverse: Phase Reverse (180°) Direct Monitor: Headphone Mono Mix of Mic/Hi-Z Preamp Out and Line In
Indicators	Input Level LEDs: -24, -18, -12, -6, 0, +6, +12, Clip (dB)
System	Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 90 dB, A-weighted at -20 dBu Input Level Frequency Response (Headphones Out, Direct Monitor) 10 Hz to 71 kHz (+0/-3 dB) (Mic Input) 10 Hz to 71 kHz (+0/-3 dB) (Hi-Z Input) 10 Hz to 65 kHz (+0/-3 dB) (Line Input)
USB	Type USB 2.0, Type B Resolution / Maximum Sample Rate: 16-Bit / 48 kHz
Power
Power Source	AC Adapter with Power Brick (Included)
AC Input Power	120 VAC, 60 Hz
DC Input Power	12 VDC at 1000 mA
Power Consumption	7 W
Physical
Color	Black
Cable Length	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Dimensions	5.3 x 5.2 x 2.4" / 13.5 x 13.2 x 6.1 cm
Weight	1.54 lb / 0.7 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight	2.075 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	9.9 x 6 x 3.1"

High-end pre-amplification for all microphone, instrument and line-level sources. Specifically designed for studio-grade condenser mics
Perfectly matches your studio, live, and hard-disk recording setup
Ultraflexible preamp modeling allows you to optimize your recordings
Choose between 16 preamp voicings designed for electric and acoustic guitars, keyboards, bass guitars, drums, vocals, and more
Built-in USB/audio interface to connect directly to your computer. Includes audio recording, editing, and podcasting software, plus 150 instrument/effect plug-ins downloadable at behringer.com
Powerful Phones output with Level control and Direct Monitor select
Hand-selected 12AX7 vacuum tube with UTC technology for exceptional warmth and lowest noise
Ensures outstanding signal transparency when used as a high-end DI-box
Sophisticated output limiter prevents the output signal from clipping
Dedicated low-cut filter eliminates unwanted noise, e.g. floor rumble
+48V phantom power, phase-reverse switch, and 20 dB pad for utmost flexibility
Highly accurate 8-segment LED level meter
Balanced inputs and outputs on 1/4" TRS and XLR connectors

The MIC500USB is perfect for studio and live applications. The balanced XLR and ¼" TRS inputs give you maximum flexibility in either scenario. It derives its personality from a hand-selected 12AX7 tube with UTC technology for superior tube character and low-noise operation. The MIC500USB is ideally suited for use with standard digital recorders and sound cards, imbuing signals with the warmth, presence and classic tube compression that will bring your digital tracks to life.
The incredible MIC500USB’s controls consist of switches for +48V phantom power, 20 dB pad, phase reverse, and limiter, plus vintage-style gain and output knobs. An 8-segment LED meter provides accurate monitoring of output levels. And when used as a high-end DI (Direct Injection) box in the studio or onstage, the MIC500USB delivers flawless performance and outstanding signal integrity.

The MIC500USB provides 16 unique preamp voicings that cover a wide range of applications, including vocals, acoustic and electric guitars, bass, keyboards, and more. There are additional options for greater diversity including Neutral—for a more natural sound, Warm—for adding the warmth typically associated with analog signals and vacuum tubes, and Warm + Limiter for additional warmth when working with high volume levels and sounds with frequent signal peaks, or when directly recording an instrument with a mic (e.g., drums) and limiter for adding density and a consistent output level of all notes/sounds below clipping.
Although these voicings have been optimized for specific sound sources, feel free to experiment—you might find that running vocals through the Warm E-GTR setting is perfect for your project. The amazing MIC500USB opens an entirely new and exciting world of creative possibilities.

Thanks to the built-in USB audio interface, you can connect directly to your PC or Mac computer via a single USB cable. Now any signal source you connect to the MIC500USB can be recorded directly to your hard drive.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. if i connect my iPhone to this with USB c to lightning, will the audio from my phone go to the interface and will the audio from the interface go to my iPhone?

A: Yes, the Lewitt CONNECT 6 Desktop 6x6 Dual USB-C Audio Interface for Computer and Phone/Tablet can be connected to an iPhone with a USB-C to Lightning adapter and audio will be sent in both directions, into and out of the interface.

Q: 2. Do the 1/4" TRS outputs and the RCA outputs operate simultaneously?

A: Yes, the 1/4" TRS and RCA outputs on the MOTU M2 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface can be used simultaneously to connect two sets of speakers or to route the signal to the line level input on another device.

Q: 3. Will this comfortably power studio headphones requiring 250 ohms?

A: Yes, the Lewitt CONNECT 6 Desktop 6x6 Dual USB-C Audio Interface does provide sufficient power for high impedance studio headphones.

Q: 4. Hi guys, will this one multi-track out the USB? Thanks!

A: The AIR 192|14 will output four channels of audio via USB.

Q: 5. Will I be able to utilize VST3 plugins with this before outputting to any software applications?

A: When using the Lewitt CONNECT 6 Desktop 6x6 Dual USB-C Audio Interface, any VST3 plugins can be applied to the audio that is output from the CONNECT 6 into the DAW on your computer.

Q: 6. would this be a good replacement for the tube inside my akg perception 820 mic?

A: Yes that would be the correct tube for your AKG perception 820. The Telefunken E88CC is the same as a 12AX7 which is the tube recommended by AKG for that mic.

Q: 7. what is a Polsen audio interface?

A: This devices allows connection of your XLR microphone to the USB input of your computer for recording purposes.

Q: 8. I'm from Argentina and here we have 220V. Is the power supply or this product compatible with this voltage?

A: The power supply for the Focusrite Clarett+ 4Pre Desktop 18x8 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface is not compatible with 220v power outlets. To use this product with a 220v power outlet, a step-down transformer will be required.

Q: 9. is this a low noise tube ?

A: I believe it is. I changed out the tube in my preamp before even using it. It is the Telefunken equivalent to a 12AX7 which is a industry standard preamp tube. Telefunken has been in the high end audio tube business for many many years. I just believe this is the best preamp tube available. The tube i had pulled out was supposedly a selected Chinese 12AX7. Although I do not have the measuring equipment to measure any differences, I am completely satisfied with the ECC83.

Q: 10. To send line-level signal of my Conn6 to mic-level input of ZV-10E10, what would I need in between?? XLR-K3M? Beachtek DXA? TY.

A: You can use a 3.5mm headphone extension cable as long as is needed, like B&H #PEMMSB110B, from the mini stereo output on the back of the Lewitt CONNECT 6 Desktop 6x6 Dual USB-C Audio Interface for Computer and Phone/Tablet. You would need to pair the extension cable with a line to mic attenuator cable, like B&H # KOACH425MON, which would connect to the mic input on your Sony ZV-E10 camera.

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