Detail 01
Independent preamp and re-amp paths
Supports separate tracking and re-amping workflows within the same device.
Product detailSKU #1500000483326
Warm AudioReamper Analog Routing Device With Instrument Preamp - Brown
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The WA-RA is an all-analog routing device for bringing instrument, line-level, pedal, rack, and amplifier paths together in a recording setup. Its independent preamp and re-amp sections allow a guitar to be tracked through an amplifier while a dry signal is retained for later processing. Variable impedance, selectable JFET input stages, transformers, phase inversion, ground lift, and continuously adjustable re-amp level give engineers control over how sources enter and leave the chain. Its integrated 50W/8-ohm power soak also supports speaker-free tube-amp recording within those limits.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording a guitar through an amplifier while retaining a dry track for later re-amping.
- Inserting guitar pedals into balanced line-level paths for vocals, drums, or synthesizers.
- Capturing a tube amplifier without a speaker cabinet in controlled or late-night recording sessions.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Using the integrated speaker power soak with an amplifier above its 50W maximum rating.
- Using the integrated speaker power soak with a speaker connection other than its specified 8-ohm load.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
120 kOhm–1 MOhm variable impedance
Lets the input be adjusted for passive and active sources.
Detail 03
Switchable JFET discrete or JFET op-amp input stage
Provides a choice between the two input-stage options.
Detail 04
50W maximum, 8-ohm speaker power soak
Permits speaker-free tube-amp recording only within the stated power and impedance limits.
Detail 05
XLR and 1/4-inch line I/O
Connects to balanced studio line-level paths using either connection type.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The speaker power soak is specified for 8 ohms and a maximum of 50W.
- 02The unit requires 90–240V AC, 50–60Hz power through its IEC input.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I keep a dry guitar signal while tracking through an amp?
Yes. The independent paths support tracking through an amplifier while capturing a dry signal for later re-amping or processing.
02Can I record a tube amp without a speaker cabinet?
Yes, using the integrated 50W/8-ohm power soak with amplifiers up to 50W.
03Can it place pedals into studio line-level chains?
Yes. It supports inserting guitar pedals into balanced, line-level paths.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsSound
- Variable Impedance
- 120 kOhm to 1 MOhm
2 detailsPickups & controls
- Controls
- Input select, JFET/op-amp, variable impedance, preamp level, reamp level, phase invert, ground lift, power
- Circuit Design
- Fully active low-noise design
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Brown
13 detailsConnections & power
- Reamp Output Level
- Stepless attenuation to gain
- Thru Outputs
- Instrument thru, amp thru
- Instrument Input
- 1 x 1/4 inch
- Reamp Output
- 1 x 1/4 inch
- Balanced Line Output
- True line level
- Maximum Instrument Input Level
- +18 dBu
- Input Stage
- Switchable JFET discrete or JFET op-amp
- Line Outputs
- XLR, 1/4 inch
- Line Inputs
- XLR, 1/4 inch
- Speaker Power Soak
- 8 ohm, 50W max
- Power Requirement
- 90–240 V AC, 50–60Hz
- Power Input
- IEC
- Speaker Input
- 1
4 detailsSize & weight
- Height
- 4.20 inch
- Weight
- 3.6
- Depth
- 6.40 inch
- Width
- 11.70 inch
7 detailsOther
- Ground Lift
- Per channel
- Model
- WA-RA
- Processing Type
- All-analog signal path
- Transformers
- CineMag USA input and output
- Phase Invert
- Per channel
- Product Type
- Reamp and instrument preamp
- Channels
- 2
