Aphex 1788A + 5200

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The 1788A provides eight balanced Jensen® transformer-coupled microphone inputs with two sets of analog outputs for each channel. The optional digital output module allows simultaneous output of 24 bit AES/EBU and ADAT Optical.Remote control of the 1788A from Avid and Yamaha consoles is possible with the Model 5200 MIDI / RS-422 to LAN Remote Control Interface. LeNA, the patented digitally controlled Low Noise Amplifier, allows the 1788A’s input gain to be adjusted in ¼ dB steps, without noise or glitches. The MicLim„ microphone limiter makes the 1788A virtually impervious to input clipping.This makes the 1788 the perfect front end to any DAW, digital recorder, or digital console. By placing the 1788A close to the microphones and controlling it remotely, long mic level runs and the associated noise are eliminated. By providing up to five outputs (with the 1788A-1 Digital Option), that are usable simultaneously, the need for splitter boxes is essentially eliminated. With a PC or Mac running the 1788SW controller software (Win 95/98/2000/XP® or Mac OS X® compatible), a screen which displays all parameters and metering of one unit at a time and up to 16 units may be called up displaying all channel status information and metering in real time that can be selected and modified. Up to 20 scenes can be saved, modified and recalled in the control software. The software also contains a ‘learn’ function in which the channel(s) adjust the preamp gain to a definable peak value based on the input level during the ‘learn’ time. Jensen Input Transformers ($500 of raw transformers alone!) Wide bandwidth: -3 dB at 1.7 Hz and 80 kHz 10.5 dB of step-up voltage gain Super-Flat Frequency Response Optimized for low voltage noise Individual preamp circuit boards for isolation and easy servicing 8 channels I/O Aux. DB25 output for sending signals to a second device Microphone input limiter Minimizes clipping with 20dB of protection Optimizes A/D conversion Increases headroom Protects connected devices Switch between individual and master parameter controls MIDI-Controllable Ultra-low noise operation Check these reviews and user comments: FOH review http://en.audiofanzine.com/solid-state-preamp/aphex/1788a-eight-channel-remote-controlled-microphone-preamplifier/user_reviews/ Mixonline review of the first version Product sheet

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