Applied Research and Technology (ART) Pro MPA Owner's Manual

PRO MPA

Professional Two Channel Tube Microphone

Preamplifier

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 2
Registration 2
Features 3
Overview 4
Setting Up 4

Unpacking 4
AC Power Hookup 4
Audio Connections 5

Installation 5
Safety Precautions 5
Powering Up 5
Front Panel Controls and Indicators 6

Power 6

Input Level Control 6

Output Level Control 6

+20dB Gain/Norm Switch 6

Phase Switch 7

Phantom Power Switch 7

HPF Control 8

10 Segment Tube Character Array 8

VU Meter 9
Rear Panel Connections 9

Input 9

Output 9
Applications 10
Warranty Information 11
Service Information 12
PRO MPA Specifications 13
On-line Information 13

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Features

The PRO MPA is one of the finest microphone preamplifiers
available. Developed in partnership with studio and live sound
engineers, the PRO MPA possesses a ÒsoundÓ that is not avail­able from any other microphone preamp on the market - at any
price! A member of the A R T Reference Series, the PRO MPA
was designed and constructed with the absolute best compo­nents, assuring a lifetime of quiet, reliable performance. The
PRO MPA offers:

- The ÒSOUNDÓ! - (not available elsewhere)

- Two independent channels of operation

- VU metering

- Unique 10 segment Tube Character Array

- Variable high pass filter

- XLR balanced inputs and outputs

- 1/4Ó TS unbalanced inputs and outputs

- Hybrid- 12AX7/ Triple differential transistor gain stages

- +48V Phantom power

- Phase reversal

- Over 70dB of gain

- Independent input and output level controls

- >100dB dynamic range

- Internal power supply

- 5-year warranty

- Designed and manufactured in the USA

The PRO MPA is member of A R TÕs Reference Series of pro­fessional signal processing products.

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing Applied Research and TechnologyÕs
PRO MPA. Offering a superb level of sound quality, the PRO
MPA has a unique design which will enhance the sonic textures
of your audio system for years to come.

Registration

If you havenÕt done so already, please take the time to fill out
the User Registration Card for your purchase. Having you in our
data base allows us to keep you informed of updates, applica­tion notes, and new product introductions. It only takes a
moment and will ensure you are constantly up to date with your
purchase.

Fill in the following for your future reference:

Date of purchase: ___________________

Purchased From: ____________________

Serial Number: 210-________

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