ART Pro MPA-II Two Channel Mic Preamp
The ART Pro MPA-II is an affordable dual-channel tube microphone pre-amp with VU meters. The Pro MPA-II will surprise you. At this price point, the Pro MPA-II rivals many other tube preamps that cost a lot more. Key features on the MPA-II are variable input impedance, dual mono or stereo operation, M/S stereo miking support, dual gain stage, instrument inputs on the front, and a low cut filter per channel. Check out some user reviews from Gearslutz and SOS.
Features
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Variable Input Impedance For Flexible Microphone Voicing (150 Ohms To 2400 Ohms)
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Selectable Plate Voltage
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Large VU Meters
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Backlit Function Switches
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Discrete Class-A Input Microphone Preamplifier
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Low Noise at Lower Gain Settings
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Extremely Low Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
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Wide Frequency Response
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Additional Front Mounted Instrument Input Jack
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Supports Mid/Side Miking Technique
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Operates at +4dbm/-10dbv Output
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Selectable Stereo/Dual Operation of Output Controls
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Automatic Instrument Input Selection
Specifications:
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Frequency Response: 15Hz to 48kHz (+0, -1dB) @ normal plate voltage
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15Hz to 120kHz (+0, -1dB) @ high plate voltage
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Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.005% (typical)
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CMRR: > 90dB
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Dynamic Range: > 110dB (“A” weighted)
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Equivalent Input Noise: -129dBu (XLR, “A” weighted)
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Input Impedance: 150-3000 Ohms adjustable (XLR), > 800K Ohms (Instrument)
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Maximum Gain: 75dB
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Maximum Input Level: +19dBu (cannon)
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Maximum Instrument Input: +17dBu
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Maximum Output Level: +27dBu (XLR)
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Output Impedance: <47 Ohms (XLR)
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Meter Calibration: 0 VU = +4dBu outupt (+4dB mode) / 0 VU = -10dBV output (-10dB mode)
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High Pass Filter: Single pole, 10-200 Hz adjustable
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Power Requirements: USA – 105 to 125 VAC / 60 Hz Export units configured for country of destination
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Dimensions: 8.75″D x 19.0″W x 3.50″ H (222mm x 482mm x 88mm)
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Weight: 10.5 lbs (4.5 kg)
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