Behringer MIC800 Microphone Modeling Preamp

Behringer MIC800 Microphone Modeling Preamp Review

Behringer MIC800 Microphone Modeling Preamp Feature

• Ultra-compact 9.5" microphone modeling preamp for studio and stage applications
• High-end preamplifier for all microphone, instrument and line-level sources. Perfectly complements studio-grade condenser mics
• Ultra-flexible Preamp Modeling allows you to quickly optimize your recordings
• Choose between 16 preamp voicings designed for electric and acoustic guitars, keyboards, bass guitars, drums, vocals, etc
• Authentic VTC Tube Modeling technology creates the warmth of vacuum tubes

Tubes can really warm up a signal fast, giving it depth and character. Thanks to digital VTC technology, the MIC800 emulates the tube warmth of a variety of tube mic preamps, all in one feather-light package.

Put Virtual Tube In Your Tone
This ultra-compact 9.5-inch microphone modeling preamp gives your vocals, guitars, bass or keys low-noise tube-like warmth both in the studio and on stage. It perfectly complements studio-grade condenser mics, and its ultra-flexible Preamp Modeling allows you to quickly optimize your recordings. You can choose between 16 preamp voicings designed for electric and acoustic guitars, keyboards, bass guitars, drums, vocals, etc.:

Choose between 16 preamp voicings.

Mic and line inputs.

• NEUTRAL: Pure, natural sound
• VOCAL: Natural but crisp sound, which is ideal for vocals
• GUITAR: Natural but bright sound, which is ideal for guitars
• BASS: Natural but full sound, which is ideal for bass guitars
• KEYBOARD: Warm, round sound, which is ideal for keyboards
• E-GUITAR: Warm, acoustic sound, which is ideal for electric guitars
• VOCAL: Warm, consistent sound that has presence and is ideal for vocals
• VALVE: Warm, vacuum tube sound for any kind of signal
• MULTI: Warm analog sound for any kind of signal
• VOCAL: Warm, full sound that is consistent and ideal for vocals
• A-GUITAR: Warm, soft sound that is lively and ideal for acoustic guitars
• PIANO: Warm, soft sound that sparkles and is ideal for pianos
• BASS: Round, rich bass sound, which is ideal for bass guitars
• A-GUITAR: Full, soft sound, which is ideal for acoustic guitars
• PERCUSSION: Precise, punchy sound, which is ideal for percussion instruments
• LIMITER: Compact sound for vocals and all other types of signals

The MIC800 is equipped with Behringer's sophisticated output limiter, which prevents the output signal from being distorted. A dedicated Low Cut filter eliminates unwanted noise such as floor rumble. Onboard +48 V phantom power and 20 dB Pad are provided for utmost flexibility, plus a vintage-style VU meter enables precise level indication. Behringer's renowned ultra low-noise audio operational amplifiers provide outstanding sound performance. In addition, all Mini Series models can be stacked to create an ultra-compact signal processing solution.

Vintage Sound, Modern Value
The MIC800 delivers the sound quality of a vintage tube preamp at a mere fraction of what a true relic of the 1960s would cost.

What's in the Box
Behringer MIC800 Microphone Modeling Preamp, AC Adapter, User's Manual Ultra-Compact Microphone Modeling Preamp