Icon Pro Audio UFO Tube Microphone Preamplifier

Icon Pro Audio UFO Tube Microphone Preamplifier

Name: Icon Pro Audio UFO Tube Microphone Preamplifier
Brand: ICON
SKU: SF-2443-7IKQ
Availability: InStock

Brand: ICON

MFR: UFO

SKU: SF-2443-7IKQ

Price Available Upon Request

Class-A Discrete Tube Preamp for Mics
Tool-Free Modular, Swappable Tubes
Clean, Modern, Vintage, and Warm Tubes
Up to 68 dB of Low-Noise Gain
Low -130 dB Noise Level
Wide 10 Hz to 100 kHz Frequency Response
-20 dB Pad and Polarity Reverse
Analog-Style Illuminated VU Meter
Balanced Transistor Ladder Amp Tech
Includes Tubes and Power Supply

Items Included

Icon Pro Audio UFO Tube Microphone Preamplifier
Electro-Harmonix 6922EH Vacuum Tube (Preinstalled)
Electro-Harmonix 12AT7EH Vacuum Tube
Sovtek 12AX7LPS Vacuum Tube
Sovtek 12AX7WA Vacuum Tube
Mini-XLR 5-Pin Power Cable
Power Supply

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Categories: Studio Recording

Marrying vintage analog tone with modern design, the Icon Pro Audio UFO is a discrete, Class-A tube mic preamp with a modular tube design that allows you to easily swap out the tube with an alternative for different tonal characters. With up to 68 dB of clean gain and extremely low noise, this mic preamp provides precise sound quality and a large dynamic range.

The mic pre sports several button-activated features including +48V phantom power, mic/instrument input selection, a -20 dB input pad, and a polarity reverse function. The UFO mic pre features an XLR 3-pin mic input, a 1/4" instrument input, and an XLR 3-pin output. Power is provided via the power supply and a secure mini-XLR connector. The front panel features a large, tactile gain-control knob and an illuminated vintage-style VU meter. The UFO microphone preamp includes four swappable vacuum tubes (one preinstalled), a mini-XLR power cable, and a power supply.

Classic Tone with Versatile Options

Boasting classic tube tones, the UFO preamp features a replaceable tube architecture paired with four tubes of different characteristics, capable of meeting various tonal needs such as pure transparency, warm saturation, and rich vintage midrange. It is suitable for recording various sources, including vocals and guitar. Replacing a tube is an easy, tool-free experience: simply remove the spring-mounted transparent cover and the replacement can be completed in seconds.

Low Noise, Precise Sound Quality

Adopting discrete circuitry without any integrated circuits, the UFO preamp sports an EIN of -130 dB at a 50-ohm load and a THD of only 0.005%. Equipped with audiophile-grade, low-noise metal film resistors and polystyrene capacitors, the UFO ensures clear and precise sound quality.

High-Performance Capabilities

This mic pre offers up to 68 dB of gain, a 131 dB dynamic range, and a frequency response of 10 Hz to 100 kHz, making it capable of handling any mic or instrument in the studio.

Pleasing Aesthetics

With a minimalist modern enclosure design and the distinctive warm glow of a tube amp, the UFO mic pre creates a striking visual effect, combining classic aesthetics with cutting-edge engineering.

Balanced Transistor Ladder Amplification Technology

The transistor ladder preamp circuitry minimizes crosstalk noise and maintains the pure integrity of the signal. Meanwhile, high-quality discrete components ensure extremely fast signal transmission from input to output.

Inputs/Outputs

Audio I/O

1x XLR 3-Pin Mic Input
1x 1/4" TS Hi-Z/Instrument Input
1x XLR 3-Pin Line Output

Power