The 6176 Vintage Channel Strip combines the alluring, all-tube sounds of the legendary Bill Putnam-designed 610 microphone preamp, with the signature FET compression of our 1176LN, to create the ultimate recording channel strip.

The warm, smooth tones of this mic preamp design — employed to record everyone from Frank Sinatra to Van Halen — and the unique characteristics of the compressor, are two major reasons why the 6176 is found in studios around the world.

Features:

• All-tube mic preamp section derived from legendary Bill Putnam-designed 610 modular console
• Signature 1176LN Class A FET compressor section — heard on countless hit records for more than 40 years
• "Split" or "Join" switch allows separate or series operation of the preamp and compressor
• High and Low-frequency shelving EQ
• Variable impedance Input, Gain, and Output levels
• Mic, balanced Line, and Hi-Z inputs
• Ultra-quiet operation
• Stereo interconnection via 1176-SA

Specifications:

• Tube Complement: (1) 12AX7A, (1) 12AT7A
• Power Requirements: 115V/230V
• Power Connector: Detachable IEC power cable.
• Fuse: 400 mA time delay (slow blow) / 115 V200 mA time delay (slow blow) / 230 V
• Power Indicator Light: 28 V bulb (type 1819)
• Dimensions: 9" (W) x 3.5" (H) x 12.25" (D) (two rack unit)
• Weight: 5.4 kg / 12 lb.