1073MP Mic Preamp vs 1073MP Dual-channel Rackmount Microphone Preamp with Power Supply
The 1073MP Dual-channel Rackmount Microphone Preamp with Power Supply costs about $450 more than the 1073MP Mic Preamp and buys you 2 more I/O, plus Quarter-inch jack (contacts unspecified) and 5-pin XLR female.
| Spec | 1073MP Mic Preamp | 1073MP Dual-channel Rackmount Microphone Preamp with Power Supply |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | 1U |
| Weight | 9.9 lbs | 10.0 lbs |
| Power draw | 18W | Passive |
| Depth | 280 mm | 228.6 mm |
| I/O count | 5 | 7 |
| Price | ~$1,995 | ~$2,445 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
1073MP Mic Preamp
- TRS 1/4"
- IEC C14
1073MP Dual-channel Rackmount Microphone Preamp with Power Supply
- Quarter-inch jack (contacts unspecified)
- 5-pin XLR female
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerTry 15 minutes without an account. Both units are in the catalog.

