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Aphex 228 Details
This is not just a buzzword at Aphex. Our products are known around the world for their ultra high sound quality. It's our benchmark. Given that the Model 228 is a relatively simple product, nothing more than a level interface, we placed a high priority on endowing it with the best sound quality possible. That's why we designed it with high voltage impedance balanced outputs and ground loop isolating unbalanced inputs. The audio circuitry was carefully crafted throughout to maximize sonic performance. There are no cookbook circuits in the 228.
There are plenty of stereo level interfaces out there from various manufacturers. Of these, the Aphex 124A enjoys a reputation as the one of the world’s finest. The 124 blazed a trail with it’s high definition servo balanced input and output circuits and remains as the premier bidirectional stereo level interface. However, the need for something else is becoming acute.
Today’s multichannel sound of 5, 6, 7 or more channels makes using two channel interfaces cumbersome and expensive. Furthermore, the greatest need by far is to translate consumer level outputs to professional level inputs. Bidirectionality is seldom needed. That’s why Aphex created the Model 228 Unidirectional Level Interface. It is perfectly suited to the vast majority of multichannel uses in the studio and the theater.
The 228 combines outstanding audio performance with utility features that will make your installation and operation much easier. The front panel extended range VU meter lets you calibrate and monitor each channel individually. Eight 2-color signal presence/clip indicators let you know instantly if sound is present on each channel and if overload occurs.
Front panel gain trims for all eight channels allow you to balance the match gain. Fully clockwise, gain is calibrated to the reference 11.78dB. Counterclockwise, the trimmer attenuates by 12dB, giving you unity gain. For theater installations, a provision is made to dim all the lights on the front panel.
A test CD with commonly used reference levels is included for easily matching up your specific equipment.
Aphex 228 Features
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8 Discrete -10dBV RCA inputs
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8 Discrete +4dBu XLR Outputs
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8 Signal Presence/Clip Lights
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Extended Range VU Meter
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8 Gain Trims
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Gold Plated Connectors
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Calibrated 11.78dB Gain (Exact -10dBV to +4dBu translation)
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12dB Attenuation Range (Great for unity gain applications)
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Low Noise
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High Definition Audio
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Impedance Balanced Outputs
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High Reliability
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Calibration CD included
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Front Panel Dimming |
