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moosers
Published on 04/20/09 at 21:39
The Universal Audio Solo 110 is an analog solid state pre amp that is a both a pre amp and a DI box in one. It has 2 1/4 inch DI inputs and XLR connections as well. It is not a rackable unit, and is in a box that has a handle.
UTILIZATION
The configuration of the Universal Audio Solo 110 is pretty easy to follow and understand, and there are a lot of nice options and parameters to help you get your level in the best possible way. There are two large knobs for gain and level, as well as buttons that are either on or off for 48V phantom power, either Lo-Z or Hi-Z, either mic or DI, a low cut, and a phase button. There are also two LED lights that show power and the level coming. The manual for the Universal Audio Solo 110 is pretty complete, but the pre amp is easy enough to use that you don't need the manual to learn how to use this.
SOUND QUALITY
The sound quality of Universal Audio Solo 110 is pretty great. The pre amp is full sounding and will faithfully reproduce whatever mic or direct input that you throw this through. It has a rich and warm tone quality to it that makes it great for applications of all types. I have used the Universal Audio Solo 110 on everything from vocals to guitars, always with results that I'm happy with. The overall sound of the Universal Audio Solo 110 is full and is a great choice for applications of all types.
OVERALL OPINION
I've been using the Universal Audio Solo 110 for about a year and I've found it to be both a great direct input box and mic pre. I have come to know Universal Audio as a company that makes top end gear that really sounds great and is easy to use. The price of the Universal Audio Solo 110 is pretty reasonable, and isn't overpriced at all in my opinion. If you are looking for a reliably great sound mic pre and DI box in on, this is seriously worth a look.
UTILIZATION
The configuration of the Universal Audio Solo 110 is pretty easy to follow and understand, and there are a lot of nice options and parameters to help you get your level in the best possible way. There are two large knobs for gain and level, as well as buttons that are either on or off for 48V phantom power, either Lo-Z or Hi-Z, either mic or DI, a low cut, and a phase button. There are also two LED lights that show power and the level coming. The manual for the Universal Audio Solo 110 is pretty complete, but the pre amp is easy enough to use that you don't need the manual to learn how to use this.
SOUND QUALITY
The sound quality of Universal Audio Solo 110 is pretty great. The pre amp is full sounding and will faithfully reproduce whatever mic or direct input that you throw this through. It has a rich and warm tone quality to it that makes it great for applications of all types. I have used the Universal Audio Solo 110 on everything from vocals to guitars, always with results that I'm happy with. The overall sound of the Universal Audio Solo 110 is full and is a great choice for applications of all types.
OVERALL OPINION
I've been using the Universal Audio Solo 110 for about a year and I've found it to be both a great direct input box and mic pre. I have come to know Universal Audio as a company that makes top end gear that really sounds great and is easy to use. The price of the Universal Audio Solo 110 is pretty reasonable, and isn't overpriced at all in my opinion. If you are looking for a reliably great sound mic pre and DI box in on, this is seriously worth a look.