High-end pre-amplification for all microphone, instrument and line-level sources. Specifically designed for studio-grade condenser mics
From the manufacturer
Behringer MIC500USB
Audiophile Vacuum Tube Preamplifier with Preamp Modeling Technology and USB/Audio Interface
- High-end pre-amplification for all microphone, instrument and line-level sources. Specifically designed for studio-grade condenser mics
- Perfectly matches your studio, live and hard disk recording set-up
- Ultra-flexible Preamp Modeling allows you to optimize your recordings
- Choose between 16 preamp voicings designed for electric and acoustic guitars, keyboards, bass guitars, drums, vocals and more
- Built-in USB/Audio Interface to connect directly to your computer.
- Powerful Phones output with Level control and Direct Monitor select
- Hand-selected 12AX7 vacuum tube with UTC technology for exceptional warmth and lowest noise
Behringer MIC500USB
TUBE ULTRAGAIN MIC500USB
Tubes can really warm up a signal fast, giving it depth and character. Though transistors have succeeded the technology, many musicians agree that tubes deliver a far superior sound. The TUBE ULTRAGAIN MIC500USB’s handselected 12AX7 vacuum tube gives everything from microphones to acoustic or bass guitars that vintage tube vibe – in a dependable and ultra-affordable package.
Put A Little Tube In Your Tone Put A Little Tube In Your Tone
The MIC500USB is perfect for studio and live applications. The balanced XLR and ¼ ” TRS inputs give you maximum flexibility in either scenario. It derives its personality from a hand-selected 12AX7 tube with UTC technology for superior tube character and low-noise operation. The MIC500USB is ideally suited for use with standard digital recorders and sound cards, imbuing signals with the warmth, presence and classic tubecompression that will bring your digital tracks to life.
The incredible MIC500USB’s controls consist of: switches for +48 V phantom power, 20 dB pad, Phase Reverse and Limiter; plus vintage-style Gain and Output knobs. An 8-segment LED meter provides accurate monitoring of output levels. And when used as a high-end DI (Direct Injection) box in the studio or on the stage, the MIC500USB delivers flawless performance and outstanding signal integrity.
A Voice All Your Own
To help you get the most from your new MIC500USB, we’ve provided 16 unique preamp voicings that cover a wide range of applications – including vocals, acoustic and electric guitars, bass, keyboards and more. Options include: Neutral, for a more natural sound; Warm, for adding the warmth typically associated with analog signals and vacuum tubes; Warm + Limiter, for additional warmth when working with high volume levels, sounds with frequent signal peaks, or directly recording an instrument with a mic (e.g., drums); and Limiter, for adding density and a consistent output level of all notes/sounds below clipping.
Although these voicings have been optimized for specific sound sources, feel free to experiment – you just might find that running vocals through the Warm E-GTR setting is perfect for your project. The amazing MIC500USB opens an entirely new and exciting world of creative possibilities!
Behringer MIC500USB
Recording Bliss
There was a time when the recording process called for lots and lots of expensive gear, which meant the average musician had to buy time at a recording studio – and that time was pricey indeed. But modern technology has put personal recording well within the reach of virtually anyone with access to a computer. How do you get all that music flying around your brain into your computer? That’s where the MIC500USB comes in. Thanks to the builtin USB audio interface, you can connect directly to your PC or Mac computer via a single USB cable. Now any signal source you connect to the MIC500USB can be recorded directly to your hard drive. Which brings us to software…
Free Would Be Nice!
Because you’ll want to take full advantage of your MIC500USB’s recording and podcasting potential, we’ve included all the software you’ll need for audio recording, editing and even podcasting – all free of charge and downloadable from behringer.com. You’ll be ready to go live on your PC or Mac right out of the box! We’ve also provided a free download of more than 150 virtual instruments and FX plug-ins – turning your computer into a powerful home-based or mobile recording studio from input to output.
Vintage Sound, Modern Value
The MIC500USB gives you the sound quality of a vintage tube preamp and high-end DI box all-in-one – at a mere fraction of what a true relic of the 1960s would cost, plus the built-in USB audio interface lets you record straight to your computer. Try one out at your local Behringer dealer, or order yours online today!
Hard rock music Steve. –
I use this device in my home studio to record music with to make a song sound more professional and it sounds like I recorded in an analog tape studio even though I have a digital studio!!!
Neverfalter –
This is the 2nd one I have bought and I am again impressed with the sound and how well built it is
DJFunkman –
A really good product!
I’m sure there are much better pre-amps out there, but for this money – I don’t think so. I use it all the time for microphones and guitars. The limiter is a bit “limited” – all puns intended, but again – it works! Let’s be honest, set the mode, adjust the input gain and that’s it. Sounds fine, I’ve recorded loads with it, and it’s on a par with my other main interface.Yes I’m sure there are “purists” out there, who will compare it to much more expensive units, and yes they probably are better…..BUT, this is cheap, it works, it’s well built – it does everything I need it to do, sounds fine – no positive or negative colouration to the source that I can hear, and works in a number of different applications.No issue running it with Logic audio, especially in an aggregate. It just does the job, and it does it well. You don’t have to use the limiter, but it’s there as a failsafe – and I welcome that. A very useful tool, and something I use daily now. They’re good value for money, they work well, and are reliable – what more do you want?
Ronêy Francisco Vicente de Arruda –
Era tudo o que eu precisava
Gostei avalio positivamente bem, gostei muito, super indico
Pool –
期待通りの品でした
録音時に重宝しています。
Stew –
Be carefull with the supplied power supply
Solid piece of kit for the money that does what it says on the box. Just be careful with the power supply and two pin plug that comes with it. The unit needs +12vdc at the center of the jack plug; but you could get -12vdc depending which way you insert the two pin plug. The unit may/probably will be able to handle this but that’s not what it says on the decal. Other than that very pleased with the unit.
Ubiratan Proenca –
Muito bom
Maravilhoso o pré amp da Behringer, vale muito a pena e chegou rápido.