Universal Audio
Universal Audio 710 Twin-Finity
Best versatile preamp for professional studio recording.
This versatile 1-channel preamplifier offers a unique blend of Class-A tube and transimpedance solid-state signal paths. Its phase-aligned Twin-Finity blending allows for seamless integration of both circuit types, providing a wide range of tonal possibilities from clean to warm. With 70 dB of gain, phantom power, a -15dB pad, phase reversal, and a 75Hz low-cut filter, it's equipped for various recording scenarios. The illuminated VU meter offers clear level monitoring, and the high-impedance input on the front panel, along with rear XLR connections for mic/line input and output, ensure comprehensive connectivity. This unit features an internal power supply and includes a 19" rack kit for easy integration into professional studio setups.
$869.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
58
/ 606
#58 in Microphone Preamps
Price vs Category Average
-42%
Below average
Channels
1
Who it's for
- Engineers seeking diverse sonic textures for various instruments and vocals.
- Professionals demanding pristine audio and reliable gear for critical recordings.
- Musicians needing a versatile, high-fidelity direct input for instrument recording.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious home studio owners or emerging engineers.
- Producers needing multiple identical preamps for drum kits or stereo sources.
- Beginners unfamiliar with subtle tonal shaping or quick setup workflows.
Performance breakdown
Tonal Versatility
Blending tube and solid-state circuits offers unmatched sonic flexibility for any source.
Gain Headroom
Seventy decibels of clean gain handles demanding microphones with ease and precision.
Build Quality
Rugged construction ensures reliable performance in demanding professional studio environments.
Ease of Integration
Included rack kit and internal power supply simplify professional studio setup.
DI Performance
Front-panel high-impedance input provides excellent clarity for direct instrument recording.
Control Precision
Essential shaping tools like pad and low-cut filter offer necessary signal control.
Key Specs
Channels
1
Microphone Inputs
1
Instrument Input
Yes
Tubes
Yes
Compressor/Limiter
No
Equalizer
No
Phantom Power
Yes
Phase Reverse
Yes
Know before you buy
The 710 features a blend knob that lets you continuously mix between a 100% Class-A tube circuit and a 100% solid-state transimpedance circuit. This allows you to dial in anything from the clean, punchy transparency of solid-state to the harmonic richness and warmth of a tube preamp.
Yes, the unit is highly versatile. It features a rear-panel XLR input for microphones and a dedicated high-impedance instrument input on the front panel, making it an excellent choice for recording guitars, basses, and synths directly.
With 70 dB of total gain, the 710 has plenty of headroom to drive most microphones, including low-output ribbon mics, effectively. It also includes a -15dB pad to prevent clipping when recording very loud sources.
Yes, the 710 comes with a 19-inch rack kit included. While the unit itself is a 9.5-inch half-rack width, the provided hardware allows you to mount it securely into your professional studio rack.
No, the 710 is a dedicated preamp designed specifically for signal amplification and tonal shaping via its tube/solid-state blending. It does not include onboard compression, limiting, or equalization.
No, the 710 features an internal power supply. You simply connect it to a standard AC power source using a standard power cable, which helps keep your studio cabling cleaner and more organized.
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