Phoenix Audio DRS8 8-Channel Microphone Preamp

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Phoenix Audio DRS8

Front End Audio is proud to bring you the NEW Phoenix Audio DRS8. This product is soon to be released and we are now accepting PRE-ORDERS. Since the DRS8 is so new, PRICING HAS NOT BEEN FINALIZED and the price below is the ESTIMATED STREET PRICE. So, please be aware that should the price go up or go down, all pre-orders will be retroactively affected. Regardless, the DRS8 is an incredible value and is sure to be a big seller that may be hard to get early on. So, be sure to get yours reserved by placing your PRE-ORDER today.

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Availability: Pre-Order
Product Code: 9999-07133

Description

Phoenix Audio DRS8 Details

The DRS8 is an 8 channel solid state class A discrete mic pre amp, each channel has its own dedicated level control, -30db pad, phantom power, phase reverse, high pass filter and mute buttons. The unit has an 8 channel monitoring output facility so all 8 channels can be sent directly to a monitor controller or a patchbay as well as having individual channel outputs.

The design is based on the current family of award winning DRS mic pre amps like the DRS1 & DRS2, that all feature our renowned DSOP2 output stage that offers a full coloured saturated sound. Each unit is constructed to a commitment to high quality sonic clarity whilst still offering a distinctive vintage tone. The design of this unit is intended to offer users a high quality multi channel mic pre amp, perfect for studio, broadcast and live applications whilst still being competitively priced for a product of this quality.

Phoenix Audio DRS8 Front Panel

Input Sens Switch: The Input sensitivity switch is a rotary 9 position switch. It is marked from -30 to -70. This controls the gain for the INPUT stage in 5dBu steps. The switch applies gain at all times and does not disconnect when using the Mic/Line switch. It affects both the XLR and 1/4� jack inputs (see rear panel inputs) at once.
Mic/Line Switch: The Mic/Line switch allows the use of Mic or Line level inputs. The input is in LINE mode when the switch is pressed in.
+48V Switch: The +48V switch applies industry standard 48V Phantom power to the input XLR/1/4� jack. NOTE: The phantom power will be applied to BOTH the XLR connections AND the 1/4� Jack at the same time. Make sure the switch is OFF when using LINE inputs.
PH Switch: The PHase switch will reverse the PHase of the INPUT signal when pressed in.
HPF Switch: The High Pass Filter switch applies a filter to the INPUT signal when pressed in. This is useful for eliminating low-level/frequency background hum from equipment such as noisy Air Conditioning units.
Mute Switch: The Mute switch will mute the channel when pressed in.
Level LED's: The LED meter is connected to the OUTPUT of each channel. This indicates levels being sent from the OUTPUT XLR on the channel and is useful for monitoring levels being sent to other equipment. The meter has some hysteresis to make it easier to see fast eaks in the signal.
O/P Level Control: The Output level control is a rotary control. This affects the OUTPUT level being sent to the OUTPUT XLR's and the Monitor D-sub connector. The resulting level will be shown on the LED Meter.
Monitor Selector Switch: The monitor selector switch is an 8 position rotary selector switch. The switch selects each channel (one at a time) and sends it to the Output Jack on the front panel.
Monitor Output Jack: The monitor Output Jack is a 1/4� Mono Jack socket. This can be used to send the monitor signal directly to headphones or a monitoring system.
Monitor Level Sontrol: The Monitor level control is a rotary control and adjusts the output level at the 1/4� Monitor Output Jack socket.

Phoenix Audio DRS8 Rear Panel

Mains Input Connector: The mains input is via an industry standard IEC �Kettle lead� input with integrated fuse carrier (500mA Quick Blow fuse). Special attention should be paid to the mains input voltage.
V-Sel Switch: The voltage selector switch MUST be set to correspond with the mains voltage in your area.
Input Connectors: The Input connectors are XLR/1/4� Jack �combo� sockets. These will accept XLR or 1/4� Stereo or Mono Jack plugs. Either type of input connector can be used, at any time, in any channel. Special attention should be paid to the +48V switch position (see +48V switch) when using LINE level inputs.
Output Connectors: The output connectors are standard 3 Pin XLR connectors. These outputs are transformer-coupled balanced outputs.
Monitor Connector: The monitor connector is a 25 pin �D-sub� connector. This is wired �Tascam� standard. The output of all 8 channels are available on the connector. These outputs can be used in addition with the main Output XLR connectors and can be sent to outboard equipment, patch bays, or monitoring systems. The output levels are controlled by the Output level control on each

Phoenix Audio DRS8 Features

8 Channel 2U - 19� Rack-mount unit: With 240V/110V mains voltage input selector switch
Inputs Connections: Combo XLR/1/4� jack sockets on Rear Panel
Output Connections: XLR's on rear panel
Additional outputs: 25 pin �D� style connector on the rear panel (wired �Tascam� Standard)
Gain Range (Mic Input): -30 to -70 in 5dB steps With 10dB more available on the fader.
Gain Meter: LED Metering. 5 LED Meter on each channel (with hysteresis)
Phantom Power: Switchable 48V phantom on Push-button switch
High Pass Filter: on Push-button Switch (Roll-off -6dB per octave @ 120Hz)
Phase Reverse: on Push-button Switch
Mute: On Push-button switch.
Mic/Line Push-button switch: Enables Flexibility for input levels.
Transformer-balanced Output on each channel: Driven by the Phoenix Audio Class A DSOP-2 fully discrete output stage
Class A (DSOP-2) Output specs: Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz +- 0.5dB, Maximum Output = +26dBu @ 1kHz, Noise = -90dB @ 20Hz to 20kHz.
Frequency Response Mic Input Stage: -0.4dB @ 40Hz, -0.3dB @ 25kHz

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