{"product_id":"locomotive-audio-l72p-2","title":"Locomotive Audio L72P-2","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1y4ap9t\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"73\"\u003eLocomotive Audio L72P-2 – Stereo Tube Microphone Preamplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"659\"\u003eThe Locomotive Audio L72P-2 offers two channels of classic V72-style tube preamp sound in a modern format designed for professional studios. Inspired by the legendary amplifier modules used in German broadcast consoles of the 1950s and 60s, the L72P-2 is designed to reproduce the characteristics that made the V72 circuit one of the most revered preamps in recording history: solid and deep low frequencies, rich and creamy mids, smooth high frequencies, and an instantly recognizable musicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eAimed at audio engineers, producers, and mixing professionals who desire authentic vintage character with the flexibility required by modern studios, the L72P-2 combines internally wound input and output transformers, a meticulously recreated plate choke, versatile gain controls, dedicated line inputs, and readily available modern tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003eThe result is a stereo tube preamplifier ideal for recording, stereo miking, processing line-level signals, and for adding the weight, depth, and character typical of vintage German consoles to contemporary productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"15qjo48\" data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eThe Heart of the V72 Sound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eAt the core of the L72P-2's design are three fundamental components:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yni2a7\" data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eCustom input transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p6bp0u\" data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eCustom output transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qmt7d\" data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eDedicated plate choke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003eAccording to Locomotive Audio, these three elements represent the most important factor in recreating the original V72 sound, as much of the tonal coloration of this low-distortion amplifier comes precisely from the design of the transformers and the choke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003eThe internally manufactured transformers and plate choke are designed to provide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ivtrva\" data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003eSolid and punchy low frequencies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vo1nke\" data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003eRich and full low-mids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19khfji\" data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003eSmooth and refined high frequencies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y73exm\" data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003eNatural harmonic saturation typical of classic German tube preamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ik5630\" data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003eMore Gain and Greater Flexibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2360\"\u003eThe L72P-2 offers up to 54 dB of gain, precisely adjustable in 4 dB steps, providing a wider operational range compared to the original vintage modules, which typically delivered around 34 dB of gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003eFor even more accurate level control, a 5-position rotary output attenuator is included, allowing the final signal to be adjusted in 2 dB increments. This enables pushing the preamplifier for greater saturation and sound coloration while keeping the level sent to the rest of the audio chain under control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1fomlwl\" data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2779\"\u003eDedicated Line Inputs for Reamping and Processing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2895\"\u003eTo integrate seamlessly into modern workflows, the L72P-2 includes dedicated XLR connectors for line-level signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"3175\"\u003eThis solution allows audio from a DAW or other equipment to be routed directly through the preamplifier, using it as an analog color processor without the risk of phantom power accidentally being applied to the source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3177\" data-end=\"3345\"\u003eIn this way, the L72P-2 proves equally effective during both recording and mixing, adding tube character to already recorded tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1vq0d8c\" data-start=\"3347\" data-end=\"3378\"\u003eModern Tube Technology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3380\" data-end=\"3508\"\u003eUnlike historical modules that used EF86 or EF804 pentode tubes, which are increasingly rare and expensive today, the L72P-2 uses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3510\" data-end=\"3583\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kzqtdg\" data-start=\"3510\" data-end=\"3538\"\u003e2 x 6922 \/ E88CC tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rfi79k\" data-start=\"3539\" data-end=\"3583\"\u003eDual-triode cascode configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3700\"\u003eThis design choice allows the sonic behavior of pentode tubes to be replicated while avoiding problems of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3702\" data-end=\"3772\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4ammnu\" data-start=\"3702\" data-end=\"3718\"\u003eHigh noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d1mqg2\" data-start=\"3719\" data-end=\"3734\"\u003eMicrophonics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nvfy0q\" data-start=\"3735\" data-end=\"3756\"\u003ePoor availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yjxr2k\" data-start=\"3757\" data-end=\"3772\"\u003eHigh costs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3774\" data-end=\"3891\"\u003eThe unit is optimized for 6922\/E88CC tubes but can also use other common dual triodes, such as 12AU7s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gwreas\" data-start=\"3893\" data-end=\"3926\"\u003eTwo Different Sonic Personalities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3928\" data-end=\"4135\"\u003eThe L72P-2 comes standard with the input transformer in the \"S\" configuration, which offers a slightly more linear high-frequency response compared to the traditional broadcast version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4137\" data-end=\"4246\"\u003eThe difference is subtle but allows choosing between two historically accurate interpretations of the V72 sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4248\" data-end=\"4265\"\u003eAvailable are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4267\" data-end=\"4355\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1enu6ln\" data-start=\"4267\" data-end=\"4308\"\u003e\"S\" input transformer (standard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16r6ap0\" data-start=\"4309\" data-end=\"4355\"\u003eNon-\"S\" input transformer (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4357\" data-end=\"4451\"\u003eFurthermore, an internal jumper allows selecting the input transformer load between:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4453\" data-end=\"4470\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gtm0im\" data-start=\"4453\" data-end=\"4461\"\u003e400 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fj0f2w\" data-start=\"4462\" data-end=\"4470\"\u003e200 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4472\" data-end=\"4533\"\u003eoffering further possibilities for tonal customization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"mslteg\" data-start=\"4535\" data-end=\"4550\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4552\" data-end=\"4592\"\u003eThe L72P-2 is particularly suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4594\" data-end=\"4757\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1j4h2nv\" data-start=\"4594\" data-end=\"4600\"\u003eVocals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1895bv4\" data-start=\"4601\" data-end=\"4611\"\u003eDrums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rlxse8\" data-start=\"4612\" data-end=\"4632\"\u003eAcoustic instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hin3hb\" data-start=\"4633\" data-end=\"4650\"\u003eElectric bass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"52wauy\" data-start=\"4651\" data-end=\"4661\"\u003eGuitars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z8vgq9\" data-start=\"4662\" 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