1073DPX-D Dual Microphone Preamp/EQ with USB/Dante Interface

<p>The <strong>Neve 1073DPX-D</strong> is a powerful evolution of the top-selling 1073DPX. Combining two complete 1073 channel strips with a premium 10-in/12-out USB/ADAT audio interface, the 1073DPX-D brings the unmistakable character of the world’s most famous microphone preamp directly into modern DAW-based production. Designed and hand-built in England, it offers a fully discrete class-A signal path, transformer-coupled tone shaping, inductor EQ, and seamless digital integration, all within a robust 2U rack-mount chassis. With dual mono and stereo tracking, digital re-amping, hardware insert capability, advanced monitoring, and scalable ADAT expansion, the 1073DPX-D is engineered to become the centerpiece of professional, project, and mobile studios alike.</p> <h3 id="toc_0">CLASSIC ANALOG MEETS MODERN DIGITAL WORKFLOW</h3> <p>The 1073DPX-D extends the original 1073DPX into the digital domain without sacrificing the warmth, saturation, and musicality that define the 1073. Each channel feeds directly into high-performance AD/DA conversion, enabling immediate recording, processing, and monitoring via USB or ADAT. This hybrid design combines classic analog tone with the flexibility, convenience, and recall of a modern digital workflow - no additional interface required.</p> <h3 id="toc_1">10×12 USB/ADAT INTERFACE: A STUDIO HUB IN A SINGLE UNIT</h3> <p>With ten inputs and twelve outputs, the 1073DPX-D becomes the central connection point for your entire studio. Its dual analog signal paths handle mic, line, and DI sources, while ADAT expansion allows for larger multi-mic sessions. Four analog outputs support monitoring and outboard routing, and eight ADAT outputs provide multi-channel playback. Whether tracking at home or building a full hybrid rig, the 1073DPX-D scales effortlessly and integrates seamlessly with units such as the 1073OPX or a second 1073DPX-D.</p> <h3 id="toc_2">PLUG-IN AND RECORD, ANYWHERE</h3> <p>Requiring no drivers, the 1073DPX-D connects instantly to macOS and Windows. A single USB cable provides full bidirectional 10×12 audio routing, direct access to both 1073 channels, and digital return paths for monitoring and inserts. This simplicity makes it ideal for studio, live, and mobile recording environments where reliability and speed matter.</p> <h3 id="toc_3">FLEXIBLE ADAT EXPANSION MODES</h3> <p>The 1073DPX-D offers two ADAT operating modes. In USB/ADAT Hub Mode, it acts as the central interface, expanding effortlessly with additional Neve preamps or external converters. In ADAT Audio Expander Mode, it becomes a dedicated analog front end for an existing interface, delivering full 1073 preamp, EQ, and conversion over a single optical cable. This flexibility ensures compatibility with virtually any production setup.</p> <h3 id="toc_4">TRUE ANALOG PROCESSING INSIDE YOUR DAW</h3> <p>Acting as a dual-channel hardware insert, the 1073DPX-D lets users route vocals, instruments, stems, or buses through its class-A preamps, Marinair transformers, and inductor EQ, then return signals digitally via USB or ADAT. This brings genuine 1073 analog color and dynamics into a fully digital workflow - without patch bays or complex routing.</p> <h3 id="toc_5">MONITORING COMMAND CENTER</h3> <p>Designed to be a monitoring hub for smaller studios, the 1073DPX-D features independent loudspeaker control via the classic Neve red knob, direct blend between DAW playback and live inputs, zero-latency hardware monitoring, and a dedicated headphone output with independent control. This makes it equally suited for tracking, cue mixes, and critical listening.</p> <h3 id="toc_6">TRUE CLASS A DISCRETE DESIGN WITH HAND-WOUND TRANSFORMERS</h3> <p>The 1073DPX-D retains the original 1970s class-A architecture and exclusive hand-wound Marinair transformers that define the iconic 1073 sound. With enormous headroom (>+26 dBu), smooth transient response, and consistent analog warmth, it delivers the unmistakable character engineers expect - while modern SMT and through-hole construction ensure long-term reliability.</p> <h3 id="toc_7">LEGENDARY 1073 GAIN STRUCTURE AND INDUCTOR EQ</h3> <p>A stepped 5 dB Elma switch ensures accurate gain recall, while automatic input-stage selection and three transistor-based gain stages provide clean headroom or musical saturation across mic, line, and DI sources. The inductor EQ offers three musical bands with carefully chosen frequencies, smooth ±16 dB shelves, ±18 dB mid peaking, and a selectable high-pass filter, delivering bold, musical tone shaping on any source.</p> <h3 id="toc_8">FLEXIBLE ANALOG I/O FOR REAL STUDIO INTEGRATION</h3> <p>Front and rear mic/line inputs, front DI access, pre/post EQ insert loops, switchable phantom power, impedance, pad, and phase, plus dedicated output faders feeding balanced XLR outputs, make the 1073DPX-D suitable for everything from vocal tracking and stereo recording to reamping, live product ...