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    The Universal Audio 6176 Channel Strip, for the first time, combines Universal Audio's highly acclaimed 610 tube microphone preamp with their legendary 1176LN compressor to create the ultimate single channel signal path for everything from vocals to vibraphones.

    Universal Audio 6176 Features:
    • Classic Sound of the Legendary 610 Modular Console
    • Variable Input Gain and Output Levels
    • Ultra Quiet Operation
    • Mic, Balanced Line, and Hi-Z Inputs
    • Multiple Impedance Settings
    • Classic EQ
    • Classic 1176LN Compression
    • Stereo Interconnection via 1176-SA
    • Use Mic Pre & Compressor Seperately (Split) or in Series (Join)
    610B Mic Pre
    The 2-610 microphone and instrument preamplifier has received praise from many corners. Michael Cooper, in his review for Mix Magazine, called it hands-down, the most dimensional mic preamp I've ever heard. Peter Wade, engineer/producer who has worked with acts ranging from Wyclef Jean to Jennifer Lopez, said simply, This box rocks. The 6176 mic preamp sections maintains the quality and character of the 2-610 while adding high-tension power regulation for improved bass response and a front-panel 15db pad switch.

    1176LN Limiting Amplifier
    As legendary engineer/producer Andy Johns put it, The 1176LN is the workhorse compressor. The 1176LN may well be the most loved compressor in history. Its trademark lightning-quick attack and release times and the tone of it's Class A output amplifier have enhanced countless recordings over the last thirty-five years. We've recreated the 1176LN for the compressor section of the 6176 with the same exacting, attention to detail and tradition we use on our 1176LN. The resulting character, heritage and tone simply cannot be found on other channel strip units.
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    Universal Audio 6176 Vintage Channel Strip Specifications

    Universal Audio 6176 Vintage Channel Strip Specifications
    Product SpecificationsUniversal Audio 6176 Channel Strip Specifications

    Mic Pre Section
    • Microphone Input: female XLR
    • Balanced line Input: female XLR
    • Unbalanced line/instrument Input: 1/4 inch jack on front panel
    • Balanced line Output: male XLR for use in Split Mode
    Compressor Section
    • Balanced line Input: female XLR for use in Split Mode
    • Balanced line Ouput: male XLR
    Front panel controls 

      Pre-amp section
    • Impedance selector
    • Mic: selectable - 500 ohms or 2kOhms
    • Line: fixed - 13.8kOhms
    • Hi-Z: selectable, 2.2 Meg ohms or 47kOhms
      HF Shelf EQ
    • Switchable boost/cut at 1.5, 3, 4.5, 6, and 9dB
    • Corner frequency select: 4.5kHz, 7kHz, 10kHz
      LF Shelf EQ
    • Switchable boost/cut: 1.5, 3, 4.5, 6, and 9dB
    • Corner frequency select: 70Hz, 100Hz, 200Hz
      Polarity Reverse Switch
    • 48-volt phantom power
    • Join/Split switch for joint or independent compressor/pre-amp operation
    Front panel controls

      Compressor section
    • Input gain
    • Output gain
    • Attack
    • Release
    • Compression ratio: bypass, 1:1, 4:1, 8:1, 12:1, 20:1 and All Button mode
    • Meter Select: Pre-amp output, compressor gain reduction, and compressor output
    Additional Features
    • Stereo interconnection - with 1176 SA Network accessory
    • Vacuum tubes: one 12AX7A and one 12BH7 per channel


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