PreSonus TubePre User Manual V2

TubePre V2

Owner’s Manual

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0.1 Important Safety Instructions

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)

instructions in this manual.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an

equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated “dangerous” voltage within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to humans.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

PERSONNEL.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
expose this appliance to rain and moisture. The

apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing liquids and no object filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION: These service instructions are for use by

qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of

electric shock, do not perform any servicing other
than that contained in the operation instructions. Repairs must
be performed by qualified service personnel.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry a cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instruc tions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources, such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades,
with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade and the third prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Use only attachments/accessories specified by PreSonus.

12. Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer or sold with
this apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as if a power-supply cord or
plug is damaged; or liquid has been spilled, or objects
have fallen, into the apparatus; or if the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped. All PreSonus products
in the USA should be serviced at the PreSonus factory
in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. If your product requires a
repair, contact [e-mail] to arrange for a
return-authorization number. Customers outside the USA
should contact their local distributor. Your distributor’s
contact information is available at www.presonus.com.

15. The apparatus shall be connected to a Mains power outlet
with a protective grounding/earthing connection.

16. Where the Mains plug or an appliance coupler
is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect
device shall remain readily operable.

EU Directives on the
Protection of the Environment
and Other Euro Stuff

RoHS This product is compliant with the EU Directive

2011/65/EU for the Restriction of the use of Certain
Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic
Equipment. No lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), mercur y
(Hg), hexavalent chromium (Cr+6), PBB or PBDE
is intentionally added to this device. Any traces of
impurities of these substances contained in the parts
are below the RoHS specified threshold levels.

REACh This product is compliant with the
European Union Directive EC1907/206 for the
Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and
Restriction of chemicals (REACh) and contains
none or less than 0.1% of the chemicals listed as
hazardous chemicals in the REACh regulation.

WEEE This symbol on the product
or its packaging indicates that this
product must not be disposed of
with other waste. Instead, it is your
responsibility to dispose of your
waste equipment by handing it over
to a designated collection point
for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic
equipment. The separate collection and rec ycling of
your waste equipment at the time of disposal will
help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is
recycled in a manner that protects human health and
the environment. For more information about where
you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling,
please contact your local city recycling office or the
dealer from whom you purchased the product.

CE This product complies with the European
Union Council Directives and Standards
relating to electromagnetic compatibility
EMC Directive (2006/95/EC) and the Low
Voltage Directive (2004/108/EC).

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PreSonus TubePre V2

Overview and Features 1

Get the big picture with this summary of

features and list of what’s in the box.

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Quick Start Guide 4

Follow these basic instructions to start

using your TubePre V2 right away. Basic

hookup diagrams are on pages 8 and 9.

Hardware 10

Read the full anatomical breakdown of your TubePre V2.

Resources 14

Read the TubePre V2 technical specifications,

information on troubleshooting and

repairs, and limited warranty.

Owner’s Manual

Overview 1

Introduction 1.1

1.0 Overview

1.1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the PreSonus TubePre V2.

PreSonus Audio Electronics has designed it utilizing

high-grade components to ensure optimum

performance that will last a lifetime. With

separate instrument and microphone inputs, the

TubePre V2 is a handy direct-injection (DI) box

for guitars and bass. The TubePre V2 proves that

dynamic preamps can come in small packages!

We encourage you to contact us with questions or

comments regarding this product. You can reach us

by email at [e-mail] or call us at

1-225-216-7887 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Central

Time (GMT -06:00). PreSonus Audio Electronics is

committed to constant product improvement, and

we value your suggestions highly. We believe the

best way to achieve our goal of constant product

improvement is by listening to the real experts: our

valued customers. We appreciate the support you

have shown us through the purchase of this product.

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Please use this manual to familiarize yourself

with the TubePre V2’s features, applications, and

correct connection procedure before connecting

it to your recording system. Pay close attention

when connecting the TubePre V2 to your system,

as bad cables and improper grounding are the

most common causes of problems encountered

in recording and P.A. systems. Check your cables,

connections, and grounding if you experience

noise or other sonic performance problems.

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1 Overview

1.2 Summary of Features

1.2 Summary of Features

PreSonus TubePre V2

• 12AX7 vacuum-tube-based preamp

• Tube Drive tube-saturation control

• 48V phantom power

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• 80 Hz high-pass filter

• Polarity reverse switch

• Lighted VU meter

• Clip LED

• Unbalanced ¼” Instrument input

• Balanced XLR Microphone input

• Unbalanced ¼” Line output

• Balanced XLR Line output

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Owner’s Manual

Overview 1

What’s in the Box 1.3

1.3 What’s in the Box

In addition to this manual, your PreSonus TubePre V2

package contains the following:

• PreSonus TubePre V2

• 12 VDC, 1A power supply

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2 Quick Start Guide

2.1 Getting Started

2.0 Quick Start Guide

2.1 Getting Started

Connect the Power

1. Turn every knob on the TubePre V2 front

2. Connect the included power supply to the

Connect Your Input Sources

PreSonus TubePre V2

This Quick Start Guide is designed to help you

connect and use your TubePre V2 as quickly as

possible. The following step-by-step instructions are

based on a common studio environment. Your setup

may vary based on your needs and applications.

panel completely counterclockwise (left).

TubePre V2 and plug it into a wall socket,
power strip, or surge protector.

1. Turn down the main output volume on your
audio interface or mixer to its lowest position.

2. Grab a microphone and a mic cable and plug them
into the TubePre V2 mic input.

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Quick Start Guide 2

Getting Started 2.1

3. Connect the audio output (TRS or XLR) of
your TubePre V2 to a line input on your audio
interface or mixer. For the best sound quality,
PreSonus recommends using balanced cables.

4. If your microphone requires phantom power, press

the 48V button on the front panel.

5. Speak into the microphone while watching the VU
meter on the front panel and slowly turning the
TubePre V2 Gain knob clockwise.

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