Samson Power Amplifiers User Manual
Samson Technologies
575 Underhill Blvd.
Syosset,NY 11791-9031
CAT FLA v6.1 ©2003 Samson
www.samsontech.com
Winter/Spring 2003
Power AmplifiersPower Amplifiers
Ideal for powering near-field monitors or for use as a headphone amplifier, the Servo 120 provides
reference-class audio performance and reliability in a compact package.
•Single rack space Servo-controlled stereo power amplifier
• 60 watts into 4 ohms,50 watts into 8 ohms (stereo) and 120 watts into 8 ohms (bridged mono)
• Wide,flat frequency response of less than 10 Hz to plus 100 kHz (-3 dB) for reference-quality audio
• Front panel headphone jack with speaker-disable switch
• Independent left/right level controls with 5-segment,3-color LED meters
• Relay-controlled power-on circuitry prevents speaker “thumps”
•Balanced 1/4” TRS inputs and gold-plated unbalanced RCA inputs
• Push-spring terminal outputs
• Convection-cooled design eliminates fan noise and maintenance problems
• Bipolar design and toroidal transformer power supply
• Overheating and over-current protection circuitry
Servo 120 Power Amplifier
After the music,
power is
everything.
Samson amps
provide clean,
reliable power
for every
application.
Samson offers
three lines:
our precision
Servo Series,
with ultra-low
distortion, our
muscular S-Series
amps for live
applications and
our pure-power
F Series.
Samson amps
include all the
features and
connectivity that
audio professionals
want, at truly
affordable prices.
For over a decade
Samson has been
building innovative
audio products that
sound great and
perform reliably day
after day, night after
night. It starts with
innovation: new ideas,
rethinking the obvious.
It’s R&D: Finding
better ways to build
products to enhance
quality and reliability.
Just about everyone at
Samson is a musician.
From the CEO, to the
engineers, to the
customer service reps,
to the sales and
marketing people.
We use these products.
That’s why our gear
delivers what music
professionals need.
Samson
Audio.
Precision
audio
tools for
the jobs
that
matter.
A versatile performer in a compact package,our popular Servo 170 is excellent for near field monitoring,
stereo midrange/high frequency bi-amping applications and low power distribution systems.
• Dual rack space Servo-controlled stereo power amplifier
• 85 watts into 4 ohms,60 watts into 8 ohms stereo
• Wide,linear 20 Hz to 50 kHz frequency response
• Independent left/right input level controls with 41 detents
• Front-panel clip and idle LEDs for both channels
• Relay-controlled power-on circuitry prevents speaker “thumps”
• Balanced 1/4” TRS inputs and gold-plated unbalanced RCA inputs
• 1/4”and push-spring terminal outputs
• Convection-cooled design eliminates fan noise and maintenance problems
• Bipolar design
• Overheating and over-current protection circuitry
Servo 170 Power Amplifier
A mainstay of our Servo line,the 260 is great for near-field monitor set-ups,headphone distribution systems,
and smaller live sound applications.
•Dual rack space Servo-controlled stereo power amplifier
• 130 watts into 4 ohms,90 watts into 8 ohms stereo
• Extended 20 Hz To 50 kHz frequency response
• Independent left/right input level controls with 41 detents
• Front-panel clip and idle LEDs on both channels
• Relay-controlled power-on circuitry avoids speaker “thumps”
•Balanced 1/4” TRS inputs and gold-plated unbalanced RCA inputs
• 1/4”and push-spring terminal outputs
• Convection-cooled design eliminates fan noise and maintenance problems
• Bipolar design
• Overheating and over-current protection circuitry
Servo 260 Power Amplifier
Using the Servo 550 in the bridged mono mode is a great way to power a separate subwoofer system as an
enhancement to your overall sound.
• Threerack space Servo-controlled stereo power amplifier
• 275 watts into 4 ohms,190 watts into 8 ohms (stereo) and 550 watts into 8 ohms (bridged mono)
• Wide,linear 20 Hz to 50 kHz frequency response
• Independent left and right input level controls with 41 detents
• Front-panel clip,idle,protection and power LEDs
• Relay-controlled power-on circuitry prevents speaker “thumps”
•Balanced 1/4” TRS inputs and gold-plated unbalanced RCA inputs
• 1/4”and binding post outputs
• Convection-cooled design eliminates fan noise and maintenance problems
• Bipolar design
• Overheating and over-current protection circuitry
Servo 550 Power Amplifier
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Power Amplifiers
New to the S Series,the sturdy and reliable S500 is perfect for live sound or fixed installations
where 500 watts is the right amount of power.
• Heavy-duty dual rack space stereo power amplifier
• 250 watts per channel into 4 ohms,150 watts into 8 ohms (stereo) and 500 watts into 8 ohms (bridged mono)
• Temperature-sensitive,speed-controlled fan
• Independent front panel input level controls with 41 detents and 3-segment output LED meters
• Overheating and over-current protection circuitry with LEDmonitoring
• XLR and locking TRS inputs, banana jack outputs and Speakon™ connec tors
• Parallel inputs allow several amps to be linked together
S500 Power Amplifier
Exceptionally rugged and reliable,the S700 is a powerful,multi-purpose amplifier.
• Heavy-duty dual rack space stereo power amplifier
• 350 watts into 4 ohms,220 watts into 8 ohms (stereo) and 700 watts into 8 ohms (bridged mono)
• Dual temperature-sensitive,speed-controlled fans
• Independent front panel input level controls with 41 detents and 3-segment output LED meters
• Overheating and over-current protection circuitry with LEDmonitoring
• Stable bipolar design
• XLR and locking TRS inputs,banana jack outputs and Speakon™ connectors
• Parallel inputs allow several amps to be linked together
S700 Power Amplifier
Power Amplifiers
Efficient and highly reliable,the S1500 stereo amp provides plenty of power on the road,
in commercial installations and for PA use.
• Heavy-duty three rack space stereo power amplifier
• 750 watts into 4 ohms, 500 watts into 8 ohms (stereo) and 1,500 watts into 8 ohms (bridged mono)
• Dual temperature-sensitive,speed-controlled fans
• Independent front panel input level controls with 41 detents and 3-segment output LED meters
• Overheating and over-current protection circuitry with LEDmonitoring
• XLR inputs and locking TRS inputs, banana jack outputs and Speakon™ connectors
• Parallel intputs allow several amps to be linked together
• AC mains: IEC and Neutrik®Powercon connector included
S1500 Power Amplifier
The rugged S2000 stereo amp from Samson delivers awesome power,reliability
and protection for live sound situations,commercial installations and PA applications.
• Heavy-duty three rack space stereo power amplifier
• 1,000 watts into 4 ohms, 650 watts into 8 ohms (stereo) and 2,000 watts into 8 ohms (bridged mono)
• Dual temperature-sensitive,speed-controlled fans
• Independent front panel input level controls with 41 detents and 3-segment output LED meters
• Overheating and over-current protection circuitry with LEDmonitoring
• XLR inputs and locking TRS inputs, banana jack outputs and Speakon™ connectors
• Parallel intputs allow several amps to be linked together
• AC mains:IEC and Neutrik®Powercon connector included
S2000 Power Amplifier
Serious power for all kinds of live sound projects,commercial installations and PA systems.
• Heavy-duty dual rack space stereo power amplifier
• 500 watts into 4 ohms,330 watts into 8 ohms (stereo) and 1,000 watts into 8 ohms (bridged mono)
• Dual temperature-sensitive,speed-controlled fans
• Independent front panel input level controls with 41 detents and 3-segment output LED meters
• Overheating and over-current protection circuitry with LEDmonitoring
• Dual protection LEDs and relay-controlled outputs linked to protection LEDs
• XLR inputs and locking TRS inputs,Banana jack outputs with Speakon™ connectors
• Parallel intputs allow several amps to be linked together
S1000 Power Amplifier
Graphic Equalizers
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Power Amplifiers
For applications that require reliable power,but don’t require front panel controls.
Perfect for DJs, and others who need simple,pure power.
• Heavy-duty three rack space stereo power amplifier
• 400 watts into 4 ohms,250 watts into 8 ohms (stereo) and 800 watts into 8 ohms (bridged mono)
• Bipolar design
• Dual temperature-sensitive,speed-controlled fans
• Balanced 1/4”and RCA input connectors
• Binding post output connectors
• Protection,power and bridging LEDs
• Resettable in-line fuse on rear panel
With its high power and simple,reliable design the F1200 is the ultimate DJ amplifier. It’s also perfect for any application
that requires pure power—and lots of it.
• Heavy-duty three rack space stereo power amplifier
• 600 watts into 4 ohms, 400 watts into 8 ohms (stereo) and 1,200 watts into 8 ohms (bridged mono)
• Bipolar design
• Dual temperature-sensitive,speed-controlled fans
• Balanced 1/4”and RCA input connectors
• Binding post output connectors
• Protection,power and bridging LEDs
• Resettable in-line fuse on rear panel
F800 Power Amplifier
F1200 Power Amplifier
A great,multi-purpose EQ,with all the features and easy-to-read lighted display.
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2/3 octave 15 band stereo graphic equalizer
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Constant Q circuitry
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Balanced XLR & TRS inputs and outputs
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Low cut filter
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LED faders and LED bar VU meters
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Bypass switch
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Single rack space chassis,aluminum extrusion face plate
S•Curve 215 - 2
X
15 band EQ
For professionals looking for a full 31 band EQ.
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1/3 octave 31 band graphic equalizer
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Constant Q circuitry
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LED faders
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Switchable 6 or 12 dB filters
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Cut Only mode
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Variable low cut filter
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Single rack space chassis,aluminum extrusion face plate
S•Curve 131 - 31 band EQ
A totally comprehensive,feature-rich dual 31-band EQ for the most demanding applications.
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Dual 31 band graphic equalizer
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Constant Q circuitry
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LED faders
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Low cut/Sub Freuqency Crossover with Subwoofer output
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Balanced XLR & TRS inputs and outputs
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Boost/cut,and Cut Only modes
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Switchable 6 or 12 dB filters
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Variable high cut filter
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Double rack space chassis, aluminum extrusion face plate
S•Curve 231 - 2
X
31 band EQ
Designed and
built for
professionals,
S•Curve EQs
feature easy-toread LED displays
and the extra
features
professionals need.
S•Curve EQs are
also exceptionally
quiet, in fact up
to 15dB lower
than comparable
equalizers.
Signal Processing
S Class Processing
represents a new
perspective on
professional-level
audio processing.
Elegant and
powerful,
S Class processors
combine proven
circuitry,
innovative
features and
ease-of-use in
beautifully
crafted cabinets.
The Stereo/Mono S•3-Wayis a versatile 2-way,3-way and 4-way crossover.
•Extensive sweeping frequency control options
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2-way,3-way stereo or 4-way mono operation
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Low, mid and high frequency outputs with ±6dB of gain control
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Mute and phase switch for each output,delay control for LF output
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Variable threshold limiter,a CD function (for constant directivity horns)
S•3-way crossover
This four channel Gate/Ducker can be operated as four discretegates o r l i nked in to s te re o pairs.
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Ducker for automatic lowering of signal for a channelor s te r e o pair
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Key input and key listen for inserting an external source
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Each channel has high and low pass filters,threshold,attack,hold,release and range control
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8-segment gain reduction LED monitor
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Front panel ducker,link,in/out,filter and key listen switches
S•gate 4 Gate/ducker
The S•voxis a sophisticated Stereo Voice Channel/Input Mixer.It provides a host of tools for
cleaning up vocal tracks before they go tape.
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Superior microphone pre-amps and direct inputs for instruments
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Phase Reversal switch, volume and pan controls
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3-band EQ with sweepable mids and an in/out switch
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Built-in optical compressor with selectable threshold
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LED input/output meters, 48-Volt phantom power
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S/PDIF inputs and outputs, 1/4” TRS balanced mixer outputs
S•vox voice channel/input mixer
This Four Channel Headphone Amplifier is loaded with advanced features that provide
tremendous flexibility for monitor and cue mixing.
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Master Input features an input level and LED meter
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Each of the four channels has three headphone outputs with volume control and level meters
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Stereo Aux input on each channel with balance control for “More Me”mixing
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2-band equalizer on each of the four channels
S•Phone headphone amp
Signal Processing
This Stereo Compressor/Limiter adds features like De-essing for added control.
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Compressor section includes variable threshold,ratio,attack and release
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Expander/gate section includes variable threshold level,release time
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SKD (Smart Knee Detector) dynamically adjusts the compression curve
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AEG (Auto Envelope Generator) dynamically adjusts attack and release
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EFR (Enhanced Frequency Recovery) restores high frequencies lost with heavy compression
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Built-in de-esser circuitry reduces sibilance
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Metering of input/output,gain reduction,de-esser level,gate open/close and limit
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Key inputs and outputs for externally processing control voltage
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Individual channel bypass,stereo link mode
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Balanced inputs and outputs
S•Com plus Compressor/limiter
Samson Audio
signal processors
are made with an
attention to detail
you can see, hear
and feel.
Not only do we
include all the
tools professionals
are looking for,
our engineers
routinely create
features never
seen before.
The all-purpose Stereo Compressor/Limiter every studio needs.
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Compressor section includes variable threshold,ratio,attack,release and output
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Expander/Gate section includes variable threshold level,release time
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SKD (Smart Knee Detector) dynamically adjusts the compression curve
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AEG (Auto Envelope Generator) dynamically adjusts attack and release
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EFR (Enhanced Frequency Recovery) restores high frequencies lost with heavy compression
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Expander/gate, compressor/limiter and enhancer on both channels
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A key input and key listen provide for external triggering,or EQ
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Balanced Inputs and Outputs
S•Com stereo compressor
The S•com 4 provides four channels of high quality dynamics processing with an
Expander/Gate and Compressor/Limiter on each channel.
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Channels operate independently or in stereo pairs
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Multi-segment LED metering for input/output and gain reduction
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Expander/gate section Includes variable threshold,and a switch for fast/slow release time
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Compressor/limiter section includes variable threshold,ratio and output
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EFR (Enhanced Frequency Recovery) restores high frequencies lost with heavy compression
S•Com 4 gate/compressor
S Class Mini
Processors offer
advanced signal
processing in
incredibly durable,
portable enclosures.
Perfect for home,
on the road,
or a quick fix to
a house
sound system.
A miniature 5-channel mixer packed with high-end features.
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5-channel mini mixer
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XLR balanced microphone input with volume control
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RCA stereo inputs with volume control
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1/4”stereo inputs with volume control
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RCA stereo outputs
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1/4”stereo outputs
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18 Volt AC adapter included
A 4-channel headphone amplifier ideal for home recording.
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4-channel headphone amplifier
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Four 1/4” stereo headphone outputs
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Individual volume control for each headphone output
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Stereo 1/4 “ input
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18 Volt AC adapter included
A “bump-box”, S•Convert is a problem solver for interfacing and
level matching consumer and professional audio equipment.
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+4 to –10 audio level converters
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RCA –10 inputs with level control,RCA –10 outputs
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XLR +4 outputs
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XLR +4 inputs with level control
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18 Volt AC adapter included
Signal Processing
S•Direct
S•Monitor
S•Mix
S•Amp
S•Convert
As a regular feature of a club sound system or as a durable
road piece the S•Direct is the only direct box you’ll ever need.
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Perfect for stage and studio
•Switchable input level handles instrument and speaker levels
• 48 Volt phantom power or 9 volt operation with auto battery shut off
•Switchable ground lift
•1/4” link output
An elegant solution for personal monitoring either on stage or
in the studio.
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XLR microphone input
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XLR microphone Thru,microphone output to send to main mixer
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1/4”stereo mix input
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1/4”stereo mix Thru for daisy chaining additional units
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Microphone volume control
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Mix volume control
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Two headphone outputs
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18 Volt AC adapter included
Signal Processing
C•ValVe Tube Preamp
C•Com 16 compressor
C•Com opti optical compressor
Introducing an
all-new concept in
studio signal
processing.
C Class delivers
high-end
processing tools to
desktop recordists
in a friendly,
innovative
package.
Designed to
complement each
other, they also
work great
individually.
Adds the warmth of analog tubes to digital recordings.
A true tube pre-amp that provides pure signal and silky
sound. It features variable gain and variable tube process
saturation for adding harmonics. Regardless of which mic
you use,it will maintain detail and transparency.48-Volt
phantom power,phase and peak limiter round out the
control set.A large analog VU output meter and a 6-segment LED input meter make it easy to
adjust the gain.Use its insert points along with a C Class Compressor for a direct path to a
gorgeous front end sound. The C•valve provides a digital output as well.
A compact,full-featured compressor for the desktop.
A full-featured Stereo Compressor/Limiter with 16
settings. There are fifteen presets and a manual mode for
more critical adjustments when required. The C•com 16’s
controls include variable threshold,ratio,attack,decay,
release and output level.An enhancer provides the added character that is lost under heavy
compression.Key output/input for outboard triggering or external filtering of the key signal.A
6-segment LED gain reduction meter and a 6-segment LED input/output meter provides visual
monitoring of the circuit’s affect.
c•control studio matrix
Adds the magic of optical compression to recordings.
A perfect complement to the computer’s hygienically
clean sound. The C•com opti’s adjustable threshold,ratio,
attack,release and output controls are calibrated to generate a distinctive soft,rich character while providing magnificent control over dynamics.An enhancer provides the
added character lost under heavy compression.Key output/input for outboard triggering or
external filtering of the key signal.Large analog VU meter for output level or gain reduction.
Provides a control room matrix previously
available only on consoles costing thousands.
A unique solution for studios with multiple monitors,headphone mixes and tape or digital sources.
Provides easy,heretofore impossible to achieve,
instant monitor mixes or dubs.Select from three
pairs of speakers with dim and mute. Use the talkback mic to give instructions to the musicians
in the headphone mix. Push-to-talk also records slates.Includes a headphone amp with level
control.Three sets of stereo ins and outs are included,with dubbing capability to three outputs.
c•que 8 headphone amp
The perfect compact headphone amp.
Further enhancing your control in the studio is this
Four Channel Headphone Amplifier with eight outputs.Independent volume on each channel makes
this a truly versatile headphone amplifier.A 6-segment LED indicator shows the output for each channel.There’s a main volume for overall level adjustment.An EQ shape circuit offers tone control of
each channel and listeners can manage their own personalized mixes.Link outputs allow more
than one C•que 8 to be used when needed.
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