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SPL P8 8 Channel Discrete Mic Preamp  From SPL

Eight-channel microphone preamplifer with discrete technology

SPL

$2,099.00

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Manufacturer's Description from SPL

P8 is equipped with eight identically designed microphone preamplifers. All eight preamps have a discrete design – without ICs, made of individual transistors. This is typical for absolute high-end preamplifers and is one of the main reasons for the outstanding sound.

Besides an analog gain control for adjusting the preamplifcation, each of the eight preamps features an individually switchable phantom power supply (48 V), a PAD switch, a phase inversion function and a switchable analog high-pass flter.

With the optional eight-channel ADAT converter, the purely analog P8 can be digitally connected to an audio interface.

P8 paves the way for high-quality multi-channel recording sessions.

Preamps

P8 is equipped with eight preamplifers. These have a discrete design and they are tuned for a open and transparent characteristic.

Mic Gain

The gain control can be used to adjust the preamplifcation. The control range ranges between +8 dB und +62 dB – so even really demanding microphones can unfold their full potential!

48V

Each of the eight preamplifers has a 48V switch. This switch activates the required phantom power of 48 volts for the use of condenser microphones.

PAD

The PAD switch in the respective preamplifer section attenuates the signal of the microphone input by 20 dB, so that even very high levels can be processed with the P8. This is the case, for example, with loud percussion or brass recordings.

ø

The phase reverse function of every preamplifer reverses the polarity of the signal. After pressing the switch, the phase is reversed by 180°.

HP

A high-pass flter with 6 dB per octave is also available in each of the eight preamp sections and, when activated, reduces subsonic noise below 80 Hz.

Microphone inputs

The eight microphone inputs of the P8 are equipped with Neutrik XLR sockets and gold-plated contacts. The signal transmission is electronically balanced, at a nominal level of 0 dBu.

Line outputs (analog)

In the version without optional AD converter, P8 has two DB25 sockets at the output stage. Both of these provide the analog line level output signal from microphone preamps 1 to 8.

The analog output signal can be connected to a multi-channel AD converter, for example, with the DB25 input common to this type of device, and in parallel to a second recording device.

An additional external signal splitter for back-up systems during a recording session is thereforeno longer necessary.

Purely analog or with AD converter

P8 can also be confgured with an optional eight-channel AD converter with ADAT outputs. The digital outputs replace the second analog eight-channel DB25 output of the P8. This allows P8 to be connected directly to the digital ADAT inputs of an audio interface.

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Sound Performance Labs! Full Range of Analog, Tube, and Digital rack gear with an innovative twist. With their most famous transient designer product, SPL has quickly become a household name in both the recording and live sound arenas.

Specifications

Analog input & output; XLR & DB25 (balanced)

Maximum input level (Mic, +8 dB – +62 dB): 13,5 dBu
Input impedance (Mic/Line): 10 kΩ
Output impedance: 75 Ω
Frequency range: 15 Hz – 200 kHz
Equivalent Input Noise (EIN): -124 dBu
Noise (A-weighted, Mic Preamp, 150 Ω, 30 dB Gain): -94 dBu
Noise (A-weighted, Mic Preamp, 150 Ω, 62 dB Gain): -66 dBu
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR, 1 kHz) Mic Input: < 78 dB
THD+N Ratio (1 kHz), Mic 30 dB Gain: 0,003 %
THD+N Ratio (1 kHz), Mic 63 dB Gain: 0,022 %
Signal display: Green -25 dBu, Yellow 0 dBu
(without AD converter): Red +19 dBu -3 dBFs
(with AD converter): +12 dBu

Internal Linear Power Supply with Shielded Toroidal Transformer

Operating voltage for audio electronics: +/-18 V
Operating voltage for relays and LEDs: +12 V
Phantom power: +48 V
Operating voltage AD converter card: +12 V / +3,3 V

Mains Power Supply

Mains voltage (selectable, see fuse chamber): 230 V AC / 50 Hz; 115 V AC / 60 Hz
Fuse for 230 V: T 315 mA
Fuse for 115 V: T 630 mA
Power consumption: max. 27 VA

Dimensions & Weight

W x H x D (width x height x depth): 482 x 44 x 237 mm, 19 x 1.73 x 9.33 inch
Unit weight: 4,15 kg, 9,15 lbs
Shipping weight (incl. packaging): 5,4 kg, 11,9 lbs