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Old 06-10-2008, 09:01 PM
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PreSonus BlueTube Description
The PreSonus BlueTube DP Stereo Preamp is among the most versatile two-channel mic and instrument preamps in its class. Its Dual Path technology lets you choose between two preamp stages: a transparent solid-state or **** tube preamp. Each gain stage of the BlueTube DP is pure Class A with high headroom.

Each channel of the BlueTube DP includes a -20dB pad, polarity reverse, 80Hz filter, and +48v phantom power. On the front panel you'll find controls for solid state gain and switchable on/off tube drive. When the tube drive is off, the tube preamplifier stage is bypassed delivering ultra-quiet and transparent solid state preamplification.

Large analog VU meters provide precise visual monitoring. Dual Neutrik combo jacks for microphones or instruments provides quality I/O and make the BlueTube DP great as a DI for electric bass and guitar.
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I am strongly considering this piece of equipment as it seems to be very good quality sound for the money and a good value. I would love to hear some feedback from users other than the online reviews I have read, if any of you have any experience with this preamp please share!

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EDIT: After talking with a friend of mine, and listening a bit, the BTDP sounded a bit tinny for my liking.

I spent about the same amount of money on a slightly used DBX 386 which I am super pleased with, very (is the word W A R M not allowed? HAHA) signal and lots of goodies, quality construction and design.
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Why Does W A R M get filtered? Is that a bad word in the industry?
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I own the single channel version of this, the Tubepre from Presonus.
I have used it on vocals, guitars, snare, kick for both dynamic and large diaphram condensors.
I think the amount of gain could be stronger, but even up high it's got very little noise. I like how I can dial in a little fuzz and distortion from the drive knob. Adds a little flavor to snare and vocals. I experimented with a LCD in a kick drum fort and didn't like the results, not very exciting at all.

Unfortunately you can spend an extra hundred and get a compressor and EQ in the new Studio Channel rack.
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