Heritage Audio

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Overview

Heritage Audio is a Spanish manufacturer of analog audio processors, summing mixers, 500-series modules, and monitoring controllers. The company recreates classic 1970s designs, such as those inspired by Neve gear, with modifications for modern digital workflows. It holds a niche position among pro audio brands favored by recording engineers for vintage tone emulation.

History

Heritage Audio was founded in 2011 by Peter Rodriguez in Madrid, Spain. The first product, a 500-series module based on the Neve 1073 microphone preamp and EQ, launched by late 2011. The company expanded its 700-square-meter production facility outside downtown Madrid, growing to a team of 15 while maintaining retail prices amid component cost increases.

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Successor Series (channel strips)	Neve-style preamps and EQs	$1,500 - $3,000
1073 Series (preamps/EQs)	Neve 1073 clones in 500-series and rackmount	$800 - $2,500
HA-73 Series (preamps)	Affordable Neve 1073-inspired preamps	$600 - $1,200
Summing Mixers	Analog summing for DAW integration	$2,000 - $4,000
500-Series Modules	Lunchbox-compatible vintage emulations	$400 - $1,000

Manufacturing

Products are designed and manufactured in a 700-square-meter facility 15-20 minutes from downtown Madrid, Spain. The site includes engineering offices, production line, component warehouse, and a testing studio. Manufacturing remains in-house.

Notable Products

1073/500 - First 500-series Neve 1073 preamp/EQ clone released in 2011.
HA-73 - Rackmount Neve 1073-style two-channel preamp.
Successor - Rackmount channel strip emulating Neve 1073 preamp, EQ, and dynamics.
HDA773 - Neve 1073-style EQ with high-pass filter enhancements.
i73 Mixer - Digital-controlled analog summing mixer.

Reputation

Heritage Audio is praised by studio professionals for delivering authentic vintage Neve-like sound at accessible prices compared to originals. Enthusiasts value the build quality and modern tweaks for DAW use. Some note minor component upgrades over time due to supply issues, but overall reliability remains strong.

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