| Content | Allen & Heath XB-14² Compact Broadcast Mixer
- Audition/clean feed bus
- 3-band EQ on mono channels
- 4 mic/line and 4 stereo channels
- 2-band EQ on Telco/stereo channels
- 2 stage, padless pre-amp design
- Fader start sensing on mono channels
- Start/cue logic on stereo channel switches
- 2 Telco telephone communication channels
- USB connectivity to interface with PC/MAC
- Separate headphones mix for engineer/producer and 2 guests
- Vertically-mounted PCB construction with nutted rotary pots
- Aux and separate stereo busses for processing/recording
- Control room outputs with auto and remote mutes
- Remote mute facility on mic channels
- Balanced main outputs with inserts
- Input signal and peak metering
The XB-14² by Allen & Heath is a broadcast mixer designed for self-operated broadcast applications in small radio and internet studios, as well as larger facilities with multiple rooms. It comes in a compact package and is packed with radio-friendly options usually found on large-format broadcast consoles.
This Mixer allows for an efficient and flexible workflow with features such as telephone-communication (Telco) channels, fader-start sensing, automatic muting of speaker outputs, stereo channel-start/cue outputs for CD deck-transport control, separate headphone mixes for guests, an audition bus, and more.
Separate monitor mixes can be created enabling the operator to check levels and cues without interfering with the listening sources of the presenter or guests. Using remote-interface connectors, mono channels can be remotely muted from studio-located mute or cough switches (available separately). In addition, the Talk to Guest switch allows for the operator to communicate off-air with guests, presenters, and telephone callers.
The audio circuitry of the XB-14² features four mic/line channels equipped with high-gain DuoPre preamps and 3-band EQs to help cut sibilance & mic popping, and 2-band EQs on stereo channels for use with music. The full-duplex USB sound card offers playback and record to & from a computer as well as voice over IP (VoIP), and is compliant with Mac & Windows core audio drivers.
Flexible Routing Options
- Four mic/line mono channels
- Four dual-source stereo channels and a total of up to seven stereo sources
- Aux bus for external processing, effects, recording or auditioning
- Mix B for recording an independent mix to the main program mix, or creating a clean feed source from selected channels
- Audition bus for auditioning or recording telephone conversations
- 27 logic I/O for remote control
- 15 configuration switches
- Output matrix with three headphone outs allows separate mixes for engineer/producer and two guests
- Talk button for off-air conversation with guests
DuoPre Preamps
The four mono channels feature DuoPre technology which employs a two-stage design to control the input gain structure of the channel. The first stage provides 69 dB of gain for the signal at the XLR input. The second stage is activated by plugging the signal into the TRS line-input jack. This gain-staging eliminates the need for pad circuit & pad switch, and ensures that the signal remains in the optimum region of its dynamic range for lower noise and distortion.
USB
The XB-14² is equipped with a stereo bi-directional sound card for playback, recording, or voice over IP (VoIP) to and from a computer. Its USB 1.1 audio codec is compliant with USB 2.0 ports and Windows & Mac core audio drivers.
Telco
Two Telco channels provide a selectable clean-feed output (L/R PGM, Aux or audition bus), variable high-pass and low-pass filters which are useful when a caller is connected via a low-quality telephone line, and a talk button that allows for communication with a telephone caller without the presenter\'s voice going to the program mix.
Remote Control
The mono mic/line channels feature fader-start sensing to control external devices or to automatically mute speaker outputs to prevent feedback. The stereo channels are equipped with start & cue logic outputs used for CD deck transport control. Mic/line input channels can be remotely muted using an external "cough" switch (available separately).
Robust Construction
The XB-14² features individual vertically-mounted channel circuit boards with rotary controls fixed to the front panel using metal nuts. This robust construction allows for removing channels from the mixer one at a time and for easily changing faders, making servicing minimally disruptive.
Additional Features
- HPF and 3-band, swept-mid EQ on mono channels
- 2-band EQ on stereo channels
- Smooth-ride 100mm faders
- Auto-mute on control-room outputs
- XLR main outputs with inserts
- External-meter socket
- Input-signal and peak metering
| Inputs |
Mono Channel Mic Input (XLR): +6 to -63 dBu nominal / +17 dBu max
Mono Channel Line Input (TRS Jack Socket): +10 to -26 dBu / +30 dBu max
Insert Point (TRS Jack Socket): 0 dBu nominal / +21 dBu max
Stereo Input (TRS Jack Sockets): 0 dBu nominal (control = off to +10 dBu)
Stereo Input (RCA Phono Sockets): 0 dBu nominal (control = off to +10 dBu)
Telco Channel Input (XLR): +10 to -26 dBu / +30 dBu max |
| Outputs |
PGM L/R Outpu(XLR): +4 dBu nominal / +25 dBu max
PGM Mono Output (RCA Phono): 0 dBu nominal / +21 dBu max
PGM L & R inserts (TRS Jack Sockets): -2 dBu nominal / +21dBu max
Aux Output (Jack Socket): 0 dBu nominal / +21 dBu max
Mix B Outputs (RCA Phono Sockets): 0 dBu nominal / +21 dBu max
Audition Outputs (RCA Phono Sockets): 0 dBu nominal / +21 dBu max
CRM Outputs (RCA Phono Sockets): 0 dBu nominal / +21 dBu max
Telco Output (XLR): 0 dBu nominal / +21 dBu max |
| THD + N |
Mic In to PGM L/R Out: < 0.01% (0 dB Gain, 1 kHz, +10 dBu out)
Mic In to PGM Out: < 0.01% (30 dB gain, 1 kHz, +10 dBu out)
Line In to PGM L/R Out: < 0.01% (0 dB gain, 1 kHz, 0 dBu out)
Stereo In to PGM Out: < 0.01% (0 dB gain, 1 kHz, +10 dBu out) |
| USB Audio Codec |
USB Audio In/Out: USB 1.1 compliant / 16-bit
Sample Rate: 32, 44.1, 48 kHz |
| Noise |
Mic Pre EIN @ Maximum Gain: -124 dBu (150 R Input Z, 22 Hz to 22 kHz)
PGM Out: < -100 dBu (PGM fader = 0, 22 Hz to 22 kHz)
Audition Out: < -100 dBu (mix B out = 0, 22 Hz to 22 kHz)
Aux Out: < -85 dBu (mono out = 0, 22 Hz to 22 kHz) |
| Headroom |
Analog Headroom from Nominal (O VU) Outputs: 21 dB
Analog Headroom from Nominal (O VU) Mix Point: 24 dB
Headroom from Nominal (O VU): 14 dB |
| Crosstalk / Attenuation |
Mono Fader Attenuation: -95 / -95 (dB relative to +10 dBu, 1 kHz to 10 kHz)
Mono ON Switch Attenuation: -95 / -95 (dB relative to +10 dBu, 1 kHz to 10 kHz)
TELCO Fader Attenuation: -95 / -95 (dB relative to +10 dBu, 1 kHz to 10 kHz)
TELCO ON Switch Attenuation: -95 / -95 (dB relative to +10 dBu, 1 kHz to 10 kHz)
Stereo Fader Attenuation: -95 / -90 (dB relative to +10 dBu, 1 kHz to 10 kHz)
Stereo ON Switch Attenuation: -95 / -95 (dB relative to +10 dBu, 1 kHz to 10 kHz)
PGM Fader Attenuation: -100 / -95 (dB relative to +10 dBu, 1 kHz to 10 kHz)
TELCO Clean-Feed Isolation from I/P: -55 / -40 (dB relative to +10 dBu, 1 kHz to 10 kHz)
Stereo Separation, L in to PGM R Out: -70 / -50 (dBr, 1 kHz to 10 kHz) |
| Frequency Response |
Microphone In to PGM L/R Out: +0.5 / -1 dB, 10 Hz to 30 kHz (30 dB gain)
Line In to PGM L/R Out: +0.5 / -1 dB, 10 Hz to 20 kHz (0 dB gain)
Stereo In to PGM L/R Out: +0.5 / -1 dB, 10 Hz to 30 kHz |
| Power Supply |
100 - 240 V / 47 - 63 Hz |
| Power Consumption |
30 W |
| Fuse Rating |
T 10 A / 250 V / 20 mm |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
15.2 x 4.1 x 18.3" / 385 x 103 x 465 mm |
| Weight |
16.5 lb / 7.5 kg |
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The Lyra-8 is a fully digital desktop production mixer. Its concept originates from heavy investigations among end users and distributors looking for a versatile compact small universal desktop mixer.
The core of the Lyra is a sophisticated DSP engine. This processing engine involves the latest developments in DSP technology by Texas Instruments. An intense cooperation between T.I. and D&R has resulted in a digital audio mixer offering tremendous DSP power and a superb sonic quality.
Although the Lyra is a digital console, it is operated with the same comfort as a conventional analog production mixer. No fundamental concessions have been made towards reliability, high speed controller-response and system stability.
Apart from that there is the unique capability to control Lyra\'s functions over the Internet
- The Lyra is a fully digital desktop production mixer. Its concept originates from heavy investigations among end users and distributors looking for a versatile compact small universal desktop mixer.
- The core of the Lyra is a sophisticated DSP engine.
- This processing engine involves the latest developments in DSP technology by Texas Instruments. An intense cooperation between T.I. and D&R has resulted in a digital audio mixer offering tremendous DSP power and a superb sonic quality.
- Although the Lyra is a digital console, it is operated with the same comfort as a conventional analog production mixer.
- No fundamental concessions have been made towards reliability, high speed controller-response and system stability.
- Apart from that there is the unique capability to control Lyra\'s functions over the Internet
- Over 18 inputs (7x digital, 7x analog, 4x mic inputs) are connected to a digital cross-point router to accept various formats of audio.
- This router actually is an integrated programmable patch-bay allowing you to send any of the input signals to any desired processing channels of the DSP’s.
- These processing channels consist out of a three band parametric Eq-section and dynamics control application.
- The signal output by the DSP channel can be routed to main stereo busses.
- Every main buss is stereo and has dedicated analog outputs, but the bus signals can also be routed to a digital output as well.
- Monitoring functions are analog making interfacing with the outside world very simple and easy to understand.
- The Lyra has four processing channels with 100m faders with large illuminated On and Cue switches an a rotary encoder for multiple functions.
- A LCD per channel shows input selections and many other functions.
- In the right hand section of the console are dedicated instant access functions for Source selection, Gain, EQ on/off, Dynamics on/off, Aux, Pan, Program and Sub selection.
- The analog master section with 16 segment led bars and source select switches makes interfacing very easy with all sorts of monitoring devices.
- A CobraNet option is available for integration within our network solution to share more sources.
- An Ethernet connector is available for remote control via TCP/IP protocol.
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- Can be operated directly as a standalone or in conjunction with D & R Airmate / Airance / Axum
- Cable and mounting holes on the back
- 12 Volt / 450 mAh
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 260 x125 x 65 mm
- Incl. power supply
D&R Studio sign On Air light Mono Face, A perfect matching ON-AIR lamp for all our mixers. You can of course use the unit too for other brands.
We can supply you a perfect matching ON-AIR lamp for all our mixers.
You can of course use the unit too for other brands.
We call it ON-AIR Lamp but actually there is no lamp inside anymore, just everlasting high intensity red leds.
The unit is powered by a 12 volt DC 1A external power supply.
And what's more... no hassle with how do I connect this thing to my AIRMATE-USB/AIRENCE-USB/AIRLAB or AXUM.
No complicated high voltage AC switching with external relays etc. etc.
What you only need is one stereo cable (wired tip/ring) coming from the MIC-ON connector on the back of the AIRMATE/AIRENCE/AIRLAB console that goes directly hardwired to a terminal strip inside the ON-AIR LAMP. How easy is this for a change.
The power adapter will also be directly wired to the terminal strip inside the unit.
Width: 260mm
Height: 125mm
Depth: 65mm
The power adapter (included in the delivery) will also be directly wired to the barrier strip inside the unit | The ultra-compact XB-10 is perfect for small radio or internet broadcast studios, college and university radio stations, podcasting, content creation and more.
Despite its tiny footprint, XB-10 is packed with the kinds of specialised broadcast features that normally come at a much higher price. Radio-friendly tools include a telephone communication (telco) channel, mic channel ON switch sensing, stereo channel start/cue outputs for CD deck transport control and automatic muting of speaker outputs. A separate monitor mix can be created for operator and guest or presenter, and the operator can speak off-air to the studio or telephone callers using the ʽTalk' feature.
XB-10's preamps use low noise discrete transistor circuitry to achieve high gain and excellent linearity. Each mic channel comes equipped with our innovative CompACT compressor to keep the dynamic range of a presenter microphone under control. A variable limiter on the main output ensures that the final mix to air does not saturate expensive broadcast equipment.
The plug-n-play USB connection can be used for VoIP telephone calls, recording program material, playing jingles and more.
- 3 mic/line and 3 stereo inputs
- Telco channel with optional USB routing for VoIP
- CompACT compressors on mic channels
- ON switch logic on mic and telco channels
- Start/cue logic outputs on stereo channels
- Separate headphones mix and outputs
- Auto mutes on control room outputs
- Remote mute facility on mic channels
- Responsive 3-band, swept mid EQ with MusiQ
- Configurable USB stereo audio in/out
- XLR main outputs with inserts and variable limiter
- Aux / Alt bus for external processing, recording or auditioning
USB
XB-10 comes with a full duplex USB soundcard built-in and many useful routing options for recording and broadcast applications.
MusiQ
XB-10 features a responsive 3-band, swept mid frequency EQ design which utilises MusiQ with optimised slope for a variety of sources.
Output Limiter
A variable limiter ensures the level does not exceed a pre-defined level. Back panel option switches allow the limiter to be bypassed. A trim pot is used to vary the threshold and an LED on the front panel indicates when the limiter has triggered.
CompACT Compressor
XB-10 features our ComPACT compressor on each of its mic channels. CompACT (Adaptive Compression Technology) is a program-dependent audio leveller. Unlike other compressors, which are effective only at reducing loud sounds, CompACT combines both downward and upward compression with peak limiting. Low level signals are given a gain boost, mid level signals are mildly compressed with a soft knee response, and high level signals are limited. | With the Webstation you can now own a modern broadcast mixer for a very attractive price. This new and handbuilt piece of precision equipment is built around proven low noise circuitry. It is an intelligent mixer with an internal USB control section that comfortably enhances daily use and even has a built in silence detector. It is a reliable workhorse for the self-op production D.J. There is a built in Telephone VOIP functionality, 3 in/out channels of stereo USB and 2 very low noise Mic inputs. The WEBSTATION is ideal for ON-AIR, Production work and perfect for streaming to the web.
The WEBSTATION accepts and instantly controls a maximum of 3 in/out stereo channels from your Play-out software. It is built into a heavy duty metal RF shielded chassis. Easily "drops” into your furniture to give that exciting radio look. Built with a strong powder coated front panel for durability and it is the result of more than 47 years of experience at D&R.
MIC, LINE, USB and Internal VoIP
The WEBSTATION mixer has 2 balanced, phantom powered mic inputs with inserts for voice processors. Six stereo line inputs, 3x USB channels and 1x Telephone VOIP channel.
If you want to connect an analog phone line a Cleanfeed output is provided for to connect to an external Hybrid.
Only one physical USB connection is the interface to transfer 3 stereo audio channels + VoIP signal from and to your PC plus all control data from the control section and the software meter application.
The VOIP Channel 6 is also routed to the main USB connector. Talk back to the VOIP channel is by pushing both "Mic CUE" and "VOIP CUE" to make conversation with callers very easy prior to broadcasting.
The Webstation has a very musical 2 band equalizer. High quality low noise mic inputs with built in low cut filters.
Straight Forward Master Section
The WEBSTATION’s modules can be easily tailored
to your own needs with the included software program page shown below.
All 6 modules have their own page, where you can program Cue reset enabled by Line, Mic, Fader, On etc.
The Mic On busses (for your ON-AIR light) can be enabled by Line or Mic or USB.
A great feature is the ability to program your own switch colours, activate the CRM mute module and program the Studio Remote. Additionally if you want your Phantom power on or off individually programmable per channel this can also easily done.
All settings can be stored(write) and loaded (read), see the configuration manager below.
Specs
- Six dual inputs
- 2 band EQUALIZER
- Windows / Mac compatible
- Built in auto Silence detector
- 3 USB stereo in /out channels
- Mic inputs with 48 volt Phantom
- Play out USB control section included
- CRM and Phone outputs
- Built in VOIP functionality
- Internal NON STOP switching
- Cleanfeed output for external Hybrids
- Bi directional Cue communication buss
- Incoming phone calls visible on screen
- Ideal for Production, Voice tracking and On-AIR
Summary
The uncluttered and clearly understandable features make it the ideal tool for making radio programs. The Webstation is compact, reliable and ideal for production rooms. It can be used as your main stations On-Air mixer or used as your home Internet Radio station. We hope to have given you an idea of the huge potential of this new WEBSTATION broadcast mixer. If you need more info than presented here on our web page you can download the manual for even more in depth info.
INPUTS
Mic input: bal, 2 kOhm, XLR ,48 volt Phantom.
Noise: - 128 dBr (A-weighted).
Sensitivity: - 70dB min, OdB Max.
Insert: unbalanced 10kOhm -10dBv.
Line inputs: unbal., 10kOhm, Cinch.
Gain: range of 40dB.
USB: 3x Stereo in and 3x stereo out.
USB
Fully compliant with USB 2.0 playback and record mode.
3x Stereo in and 3x stereo out.
USB CONTROL SECTION
12 free assignable illuminated switches based on the HID protocol.
VoIP CHANNEL
Uses USB processing for VoIP.
OVERALL
Frequency response: 10 - 60.000Hz.
Distortion: < 0.01% max at 1 kHz.
GPO/Mic On: Opto FETS. (24volt/50mA max).
Led bars: Software meter application.
OUTPUTS
Left/Right: 0 dBu unbal. on Cinch.
CRM: 32-400 Ohm, Jack.
Headphone: Program/Voice track/VoIP
USB out: 0 dBu unbal. on Cinch.
EQUALIZER
High: + / -12 dB at 12kHz shelving.
Low: + / -12 dB at 60 Hz shelving.
CONTROL SOFTWARE
A software program is included in the delivery for programming the Control section (Webstation Virtual Keyboard Mapper) and internal mixer settings.
DIMENSIONS
Left-Right: 350 mm
Front-Back: 315 mm
Height: 30 to 90 mm
Front panel thickness: 2 mm
Radius Corners: 20 mm
Weight: 8kg.
Drop through hole: 320 x 295 mm
EAN code: 7436917138155 | The Airmate-8 has the usual stereo faders, stereo Aux send and return, monitor master with "follow phones" and a phones output with a split control function.
There is a balance control to continuously adjust the volume between main output and stereo Cue signal.
In addition, there is a special Radio On-air/production section featuring; Selfop switching to automatically cut control room level when the D.J. mic is active; a Clean feed output to also drive
an external Telephone Hybrid for talk shows and interviews, if you need more Hybrid channels than the 2 built in ones; a special announcer output that normally follows main output but can be
switched so that the main output, or any cue signal that is selected, can be heard when in the "follow phones" mode.
A large Talkback switch activates the built-in electret talkback microphone for easy communication with the Clean-feed output, Aux output and/or Announcer output. |
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