Following the success of the original 1073EQ, Stam Audio released the rev2 as part of their ongoing commitment to refining their reproductions. The revision addresses subtle circuit behaviors and component tolerances discovered through extensive comparison with vintage Neve units. This iterative approach is characteristic of Stam Audio methodology—combining respect for vintage design with modern manufacturing precision to create units that satisfy demanding professional engineers.
1073EQ rev2
2018–2022
The Stam Audio 1073EQ rev2 represents an evolution of their acclaimed Neve 1073 recreation. This revised version incorporates refinements based on years of customer feedback and continued research into vintage Neve units. The rev2 maintains the same authentic sound signature—warm, three-dimensional, and musically colored—while offering improved reliability and component selection. Like all Stam units, it is hand-built with point-to-point wiring and features the same Carnhill transformers that define the 1073 sound. The revision focuses on internal component upgrades and circuit refinements that bring it even closer to the behavior of well-maintained vintage Neve units. The mic preamp delivers 80dB of gain with the character and depth that makes the 1073 the most sought-after preamp design in history, while the three-band EQ provides the same musical curves that shaped the sound of classic records. (Discontinued — superseded by 1073EQ+)