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 hand selected 12AX7 vacuum tube gives everything from microphones to acoustic or bass guitars that vintage tube vibe – in a dependable and ultra-affordable package. 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. Free audio recording, editing and podcasting software plus 150 instrument/effect plug-ins downloadable at behringer.com • Powerful Phones output with Level control and Direct Monitor select • Hand-selected 12AX7 vacuum tube with UTC technology for exceptional warmth and lowest noise • Ensures outstanding signal transparency when used as a high-end DI-box • Sophisticated output limiter prevents the output signal from clipping • Dedicated low cut filter eliminates unwanted noise, e.g. floor rumble • +48 V phantom power, Phase Reverse switch and 20 dB Pad for utmost flexibility • Highly accurate 8-segment LED level meter • Balanced inputs and outputs on ¼" TRS and XLR connectors • Designed and engineered in Germany