: Because the gain is often set high to achieve a "thick" sound, an output trim pot
for their 80-series consoles. However, it is most famous in the DIY and boutique community for being "hot-rodded" into a high-quality microphone preamplifier. Core Sonic Character Neve 1272 Schematic
amplifier stages. In its original console form, it was used as a bus or line amp with fixed gain (typically around 36-39dB). Modification for Mic Preamp Use Racked vintage Neve 1272 - Gearspace : Because the gain is often set high