ART Tube MP/C Single Channel Microphone/Instrument Tube Preamp

Description

The Tube MP/C (Preamplifier/Compressor) from ART is an ideal combination-recording tool, with a tube-based analog preamplifier and a VCA-less compressor with optical gain reduction, housed in a convenient desktop chassis. Used as a mic/line preamp or as a DI (direct) box, the Tube MP/C is designed to work seamlessly with any recording, sound-reinforcement, or electronic instrument setup. ART's Tube MP/C circuitry is a hybrid design utilizing advanced, solid-state and tube technology.The preamplifier's active balanced solid state input provides extremely low noise and excellent common mode rejection. The 1/4" high impedance input prevents loading of any connected device making the Tube MP/C perfect for DI or line level applications
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ART Tube MP/C Single Channel Microphone/Instrument Tube Preamp
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The Tube MP/C (Preamplifier/Compressor) from ART is an ideal combination-recording tool, with a tube-based analog preamplifier and a VCA-less compressor with optical gain reduction, housed in a convenient desktop chassis. Used as a mic/line preamp or as a DI (direct) box, the Tube MP/C is designed to work seamlessly with any recording, sound-reinforcement, or electronic instrument setup. ART's Tube MP/C circuitry is a hybrid design utilizing advanced, solid-state and tube technology.
The preamplifier's active balanced solid state input provides extremely low noise and excellent common mode rejection. The 1/4" high impedance input prevents loading of any connected device making the Tube MP/C perfect for DI or line level applications. The preamplifier's second stage 12AX7a tube runs on a regulated DC voltage providing an additional 20dB of gain.
The compression circuit features a VCA-less design and utilizes optical electronics (Vactrol) coupled with a 12AX7a vacuum tube gain stage for superior musical performance.
Features:
Tube-based mic/line preamplifier with up to 80dB of gain
Hand-selected 12AX7a tube
Optical (VCA-less) compressor circuitry = transparent dynamics control
1/4" unbalanced inputs and outputs
XLR balanced inputs and outputs
Transformer isolated XLR output
Selectable output range for Line/Instrument interface levels
LED meters for Tube Warmth, Gain Reduction and Output level
+48V phantom power
Phase reversal switch
Selectable release time settings
> 90dB dynamic range
Custom extruded aluminum chassis
Specifications:
CMMR: > 60dB @ max gain
Equivalent Input Noise: -128dBu typical ("A" wtd., Shorted XLR balanced input, gain @ max)
Frequency Response: 30 Hz - 60 kHz +/- 1dB balanced output, 20Hz - 60kHz +/- 1dB 1/4" output
Input Impedance: 1mOhms 1/4" input, 5kOhms XLR input
Input/Output Connections
Input: XLR balanced or 1/4" balanced.
Output: 1/4" unbalanced XLR balanced, transformer isolated.
Maximum Gain: +80dB (balanced in-out, +64dB (unbalanced input, balanced output)
Maximum Input Level: unbalanced (Inst): +15dBu, balancd (mic): +10dBu
Maximum Output Level: +19dBu (Line mode)
Output Impedance: XLR: <600 Ohms, 1/4": <300 Ohms
Low Cut Filter: -3 dB @ 70 Hz, 6dB/Octave
Phantom Power: Switch selectable, +48Volts DC, filtered, current limited
Chassis Type: All aluminum black anodized with integral rubber sides
Power Requirements: 9VAC @ 1000mA (external)
Attack Time: <1 ms (limit), 20 ms (comp.)
Release Time: 150ms (fast), 20ms - 3s Program dependant (Auto)
Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.1% @ max gain
Tube Type: Hand selected 12AX7a
Compressor Slope: 2:1 (Comp.) / 11:1 (Limit)
Dimensions: 1.75"H x 5.9" W x 6.5"D (44.5mm x 150mm x 165mm)
Weight: 2.9 lb. (1.32kg)
Notes: 0dBu = 0.775Vrms
Weight includes power supply and packaging
Shipping
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Payment
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Sales Tax
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Store Policies
If you’re not satisfied, neither are we. If for any reason you’re not completely satisfied with your purchase of a new item, simply return it in its original condition within 45 days of purchase (see exceptions below) and we’ll give you a full refund. It’s that simple. Returned items must be in original, brand-new condition, showing no signs of wear or use such as belt-buckle or pick scratches, scuffs, dings or scrapes on the instrument or collateral materials. Items must also include all original packaging, manuals, warrantees and accessories or your return may be subject to a return handling charge.
Your refund will be promptly processed upon successful evaluation of your returned item from our trained category professionals in 2-3 business days. Refunds are made for product value only, excluding shipping and handling charges. If you received Free Shipping on your order, the value of the uncharged shipping cost will be deducted from your refund.
Limitations and Exceptions
Returns of the following products must be made within 10 days of shipment - Stringed instruments priced at 99.00 or more. The following products cannot be returned – Clearance items, Apple products, items identified as non-returnable, discontinued items, electronic software downloads, demo gear, vintage instruments, strings, reeds, computers, tubes, earbuds, earplugs, recorders, tin whistles, flutophones, "world" wind instruments, harmonicas, raw-frame speakers, drumheads, drumsticks, turntable cartridges, fog fluid, clothing/footwear, body jewelry, sheet music, cleaners, polishes and polishing cloths, software/soundware, books, CDs, DVD's, vinyl records, and videos.The following fees apply to Band & Orchestra returns - All returned woodwind and brass instruments incur a .00 sanitization fee. Returned bows are assessed a .00 restocking fee. Returned mouthpieces over 0 incur an .00 sanitization fee; the fee for mouthpieces under 0 is .00.
Should you decide to return your shipment, please follow the return steps printed on the back of your invoice and pack your return carefully to prevent damage in shipment. All returns must:
1. Include a Return Authorization Number; (Please contact us via eBay messages for an RA number)
2. Be in the original packaging complete with all collateral materials such as cases, straps, cables, care kits, certificates of authenticity, warranty cards, manuals, and any other materials that originally shipped with the instrument;
3. Be in brand-new condition, showing no signs of wear or use such as belt-buckle or pick scratches, scuffs, dings, or scrapes on the instrument or collateral materials.