AMS Neve 1073DPX-D

The 1073DPX-D extends the legendary 1073 into the digital domain, combining dual-channel analogue signal paths with an integrated high-performance audio interface. With USB and ADAT digital connectivity, the unit functions as a versatile hub for recording, mixing, and monitoring, making it equally at home in professional studios, live rigs, and mobile recording setups.

With ten inputs and twelve outputs, the dual-channel 1073DPX-D provides flexible studio-wide connectivity. Two analogue input paths sit alongside eight channels of ADAT expansion, while four analogue and eight ADAT outputs offer comprehensive routing options. This scalable I/O design enables the 1073DPX-D to serve as the focal point of your studio, seamlessly connecting all of your tools to your DAW.

The 1073DPX-D transforms into a dual-channel hardware insert, bringing authentic 1073 analogue processing into your DAW. Tracks can be routed through the unit’s class-A preamps, Marinair transformers, and inductor EQ, then returned digitally via USB or ADAT, enabling seamless integration of Neve tone into modern recording, mixing, and production workflows.

The 1073DPX-D delivers true dual-channel analogue flexibility, designed to integrate effortlessly into any professional studio environment. Switchable front and rear connections on both channels provide instant access for tracking while maintaining clean, permanent studio wiring. Independent balanced insert send and return loops with selectable insertion points allow seamless integration of external analogue processors such as compressors or EQs. Dedicated rotary output faders on each channel, offering a wide -inf to +5dB range, provide precise control of both signals, feeding discrete XLR outputs for uncompromised sonic integrity.

General Specification

• Genuine dual 1073 transformer-coupled microphone preamplifier / EQ circuit, in a dual 2U 19″ rack-mount enclosure
• 2x Balanced Analogue Monitor XLR Line Outputs
• 1x Balanced TRS Headphone Output
• 8x ADAT Digital Inputs & 8x ADAT Digital Outputs via TOSLINK Connection
• Exclusive Neve Marinair transformers used on input and output stages
• USB 2.0 B -Type port for direct connection to Mac or PC
• Class Compliant – Core Audio/ASIO
• Front & rear Mic & Line inputs and front DI input
• Switchable +48v Phantom Power, Hi/Lo impedance, -20dB pad and DI ground lift
• Switchable Phase and EQ in/out
• Pre/Post-EQ insert send/return loop
• 7-stage LED signal level meter –  mic/line/DI input-stage level, EQ-stage level or output-stage level up to +24dB
• Output level control -inf>+5dB range
• External multi-voltage PSU with locking 5-pin XLR Connection
• Power – +/116Vdc 2A 230V 20mm & 48Vdc, 250mA 230Vm 20mm

Preamp Specification

• Microphone Input: Gain +80db to +20dB in 5dB steps.
• Line Input: Input impedance 10kΩ, gain +20dB to -10dB in 5dB steps
• DI Input: Input impedance 2M Ohms (PAD off) / 200K Ohms (PAD on) Gain +80dB to +20dB in 5dB steps

EQ Specification

• High Frequency: Smooth +/-16dB fixed frequency shelving at 12kHz
• Low Frequency: Smooth +/-16dB shelving with selectable frequencies of 35Hz, 60Hz, 110Hz & 220Hz
• Mid Frequency: Smooth +/-18dB peaking, fixed ‘Q’ with selectable centre frequencies of 0.36kHz, 0.7kHz 1.6kHz, 3.2kHz, 4.8kHz & 7.2kHz
• High Pass Filter: 18dB per octave slope, switchable between 50Hz, 80Hz, 160Hz & 300Hz

Audio Performance

• Output: Maximum output is >+26dBu into 600Ω, transformer balanced and earth free.  – Output Impedance 75Ω @1kHz
• Distortion: Not more than 0.07% from 50Hz to 10kHz at +20dBu output (80kHz bandwidth) into 600Ω.
• Freq Response: ±0.5dB 20Hz to 20kHz, -3dB at 40kHz. EQ Out.
• Noise: -82dBu at all line gain settings (22Hz to 22kHz bandwidth)
• EIN: Better than -125dBu @ 60dB gain

Monitor Output Specification

• Maximum output level : +20dBu

Headphone Output Specification: (600 Ohm load)

• Maximum output level : +14dBu
• Frequency Response: 10-30kHz +/- 0.1dB
• Distortion (THD +N): <0.005%
• Noise floor: -90dBu

A/D Specification

• Maximum input level : >+26dBu
• Dynamic Range: 119dB
• Noise (THD +N): <100dBFS
• Distortion: <0.002%

D/A Specification

• Maximum Output level: +26dBu
• Dynamic Range: 117dB
• Noise (THD +N): <91.5dBu
• Distortion: <0.001%

Dimensions

• Width: 480mm (19 inches)
• Height: 88mm (3.5 inches)
• Depth: 360mm (14.7 inches)
• Approx. Weight: 5.475kg (12.07 pounds)