CAMBRIDGE AUDIO CP2 Phono preamplifier Silver

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Moving Magnet & Moving Coil Phono Preamplifier Make the most of any turntable, including the most high-end audiophile models with this Moving Magnet & Moving Coil phono preamplifier. There’s something uniquely pleasurable about listening to vinyl, something that digital media can’t reproduce in quite the same way. However most hi-fi amplifiers won’t let you plug […]

 

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Moving Magnet & Moving Coil Phono Preamplifier

Make the most of any turntable, including the most high-end audiophile models with this Moving Magnet & Moving Coil phono preamplifier.

There’s something uniquely pleasurable about listening to vinyl, something that digital media can’t reproduce in quite the same way. However most hi-fi amplifiers won’t let you plug in a turntable directly. You need to connect via a phono stage (also known as a phono preamp) to make the very small signal from the turntable powerful enough for your main amp to work with. But it’s very easy to add noise at this stage, which is why we’ve designed the CP2 using premium components chosen for exceptional accuracy, amplifying the signal without distorting it.

The CP2 works with all turntables, whichever type of cartridge they use. Like the CP1 it works with popular Moving Magnet cartridges. But it also works with Moving Coil cartridges found in the highest-end audiophile turntables offering even more accuracy and detail than Moving Magnet. Even if your amplifier does have a built-in phono stage, it’s well worth bypassing it using the CP2 to deliver much greater depth and detail.

  • Phono pre-amplifier with moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) input stages
  • Balance control for fine correction of cartridge imbalance
  • Discrete transistors for the all-important input stages instead of the more common integrated circuits
  • Eco-friendly
  • Single-ended ‘Class A’ gain stage with audiophile passive RIAA equalisation
  • Available in brushed black and silver finishes
  • Multi-parallel capacitors to achieve exceptional RIAA accuracy of only 0.3dB up to 50kHz
  • Selectable subsonic filter to eliminate very low frequency ‘rumble’, caused by vinyl imperfections
Weight 1.00 kg

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Moving Magnet & Moving Coil Phono Preamplifier

Make the most of any turntable, including the most high-end audiophile models with this Moving Magnet & Moving Coil phono preamplifier.

There's something uniquely pleasurable about listening to vinyl, something that digital media can't reproduce in quite the same way. However most hi-fi amplifiers won't let you plug in a turntable directly. You need to connect via a phono stage (also known as a phono preamp) to make the very small signal from the turntable powerful enough for your main amp to work with. But it's very easy to add noise at this stage, which is why we've designed the CP2 using premium components chosen for exceptional accuracy, amplifying the signal without distorting it.

The CP2 works with all turntables, whichever type of cartridge they use. Like the CP1 it works with popular Moving Magnet cartridges. But it also works with Moving Coil cartridges found in the highest-end audiophile turntables offering even more accuracy and detail than Moving Magnet. Even if your amplifier does have a built-in phono stage, it's well worth bypassing it using the CP2 to deliver much greater depth and detail.

  • Phono pre-amplifier with moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) input stages
  • Balance control for fine correction of cartridge imbalance
  • Discrete transistors for the all-important input stages instead of the more common integrated circuits
  • Eco-friendly
  • Single-ended ‘Class A’ gain stage with audiophile passive RIAA equalisation
  • Available in brushed black and silver finishes
  • Multi-parallel capacitors to achieve exceptional RIAA accuracy of only 0.3dB up to 50kHz
  • Selectable subsonic filter to eliminate very low frequency ‘rumble’, caused by vinyl imperfections

Features
Superlative sound
Studio quality mic preamp
Total control - Input Gain, EQ contour, Output Gain,
Overload indicator
Multiple output connectors
XLR/jack combo input 
Switchable 48 V DC Phantom Power for condenser Mics
Compact, computer friendly package
Needs no external power supply
 
ARX is proud to introduce the e-pre - the ultimate microphone pre-amp for
hard disk recording, designed by audio professionals, not computer engineers.
The all-new e-pre is so much a part of your system that it fits right into a spare
5?" slot in your computer case! It's the perfect tool for all your day-to-day
recording requirements. No equipment racks to plug in, no masses of cabling to
connect - the e-pre is ready and waiting when you need it.
The e-pre is a studio quality microphone pre-amp using the same internal components
as high end mixing consoles, built into a compact, computer friendly package.
It has controls for:
Input Gain - fully variable from 10dB through to 60dB to suit all types of microphones,
plus switchable 48 V Phantom Power to enable condenser microphones to deliver
their best.
A Contour control for EQ sweetening, providing fast, easy access to a whole range
of useful EQ curves
Output level control - fully variable to match the e-pre's output to the input of the sound
card. From -10dB consumer cards through to +4dB for professional sound cards, the
e-pre can handle it.
Multiple output connectors match up with any kind of sound card, including mini jacks,
standard jack, RCA (phono) plugs, and even a connector to link to the internal CD ROM
audio input of your sound card (if fitted).
We've even fitted a 12 VDC input connector on the rear to enable the e-pre to run from an
external power supply if required (eg for use with notebook computers or stand-alone use).

Any way you look at it, the e-pre by ARX is the total professional microphone pre-amp for
all your hard disk recording needs

e-pre Benefits
Professional Balanced XLR mic input
True 48v phantom power
Runs into the Line input of ANY sound card - uses the card you've already paid for
High headroom = clean recordings
Smart EQ
Compatible with non-computer audio equipment
Professional performance and specs in a user friendly package
 

T E C H N I C A L  S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
Input Impedance
Mic 2 K Ohms Balanced; XLR type Pin 1 Audio Ground, Pin 2 +, Pin 3-
Line 25 K Ohms Balanced, ?" TRS jack Tip +, Ring , Sleeve Audio Ground
Phantom Power Voltage Switchable +48 V DC on XLR Pins 2 and 3
Max Input Level Mic +15 dB, Line +20 dB
Input Gain 10 dB Minimum, variable to 60 dB Maximum
Output Level -10 dB variable through 0 dB to +4 dB
Overload Indicator Measured at all Gain points throughout the circuitry
Output Noise -90 dB Unweighted, -97 dB 'A' weighted
(Measured with Gain nominal 20 dB, Output level -10 dB)
Frequency Response 20 - 20 KHz ± 0.25 dB
Distortion
100 Hz 0.0085%
1 KHz 0.008%
10 KHz 0.0083%
(Measured with Mic Gain 20 dB, Output 0 dB)
Power Requirements 12 V DC from either computer supply or external supply
(external power supply not included in e-pre package)
Size 148mmW x 42mmH x 150mm D (5?“W x 1?H x 6“D)
Weight Under 1 Kilo (2.2 lbs)
 

Two channel classic Focusrite ISA transformer-based preamps Front panel, per channel:

  • 1/4" instrument input
  • Variable input impedance - Low, ISA 110, Medium, High
  • Input selection - Mic, Line, Instrument
  • 0 - 30 dB/30 - 60 dB gain switch
  • Phantom power switch
  • Phase invert switch
  • 0 - 60 dB gain in 10 dB steps
  • 0 - +20 dB continuously variable trim
  • Variable high-pass filter with on/off switch
  • Insert point on/off switch
  • Eight-LED user-calibrated level meters
  • Single power switch
Rear panel, per channel:
  • XLR-F mic inputs
  • 1/4" TRS line inputs
  • 1/4" TRS Sends
  • 1/4" TRS Returns
  • XLR-M line output
  • Single peak meter calibration dial
  • Single IEC power socket
Measured Performance
Maximum Input and Output Levels
Maximum Output Level

+24 dBu with a THD+N

Maximum Microphone Transformer Input Level +7 dBu with a THD+N
Mic Input Response
Gain range 0 dB to +60 dB in 10 dB steps, plus 0 dB to +20 dB continuously variable trim

Input Impedance

Switched Impedance setting
Equivalent Input Impedance at 1 kHz
Low = 600 Ω
ISA 110 = 1.4 kΩ
Med = 2.4 kΩ
High = 6.8 kΩ
EIN
(Equivalent Input Noise)
Measured at 60 dB of gain with 150 Ω
source impedance and 22 Hz-22 kHz band pass filter
-127 dB

Noise

Noise at output with unity gain (0 dB) and 22 Hz-22 kHz band pass filter -97 dBu

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Measured with 150 Ω source impedance and 22 Hz-22 kHz band pass filter 121 dB relative to max output +24 dBu

Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise

Measured with a -20 dBu input signal at +30 dB of gain and with a 22 Hz-22 kHz band pass filter

Frequency Response

At minimum gain (0 dB)

-0.5 dB at 10 Hz,
-1 dB at 135 kHz, relative to 1 kHz

At +60 dB gain

-6 dB at 10 Hz,
-1 dB at 115 kHz, relative to 1 kHz

CMRR (Common Mode Rejection Ratio)

-94 dB for mic input at 60 Hz for max. output = +24 dBu
-91 dB for mic input at 10 kHz for max. output = +24 dBu

Crosstalk Channel to Channel

Mic input, with I/P = 0 dBu, gain = 0 dB @ 1 kHz input to channel A, channel B output = -85 dB
Line Input Response

Gain Range

-20 dB to +10 dB in 10 dB steps, plus 0 dB to +20 dB continuously variable trim

Input Impedance

10 kΩ from 10 Hz to 200 kHz

Noise

Noise at main output with gain at unity (0 dB) measured with 50 Ω source impedance and a 22Hz - 22 kHz band pass filter

-97 dBu

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Measured with 50 Ω source impedance and a 22 Hz-22 kHz band pass filter

121 dB relative to max output +24 dBu

Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise

Measured with a 0 dBu input signal, +10 dB of gain and a 22 Hz-22 kHz band pass filter

Frequency Response

At unity gain (0 dB) -0.3 dB at 10 Hz,
-1 dB at 80 kHz, relative to 1 kHz

Crosstalk Channel to Channel

Line input, with I/P = 0 dBu, gain = 0dB
@ 1 kHz input to channel A

Channel B output
= -91 dB

Instrument Input Response

Gain Range

+10 dB to +40 dB continuously variable trim

Input Impedance

> 2 MΩ

Noise

>Measured with 22 Hz-22 kHz band pass filter Minimum gain (+10 dB) = -95 dBu

Frequency Response

At minimum gain (+10 dB)

-0.1 dB at 10 Hz,
-1 dB at 115 kHz, relative to 1 kHz

At maximum gain (+40 dB)

-2.5 dB at 10 Hz,
-1 dB at 110 kHz, relative to 1 kHz

High-Pass Filter

Roll-Off

18 dB per octave (3 pole filter)

Frequency Range

Continuously variable from 16 Hz to 420 Hz (-3 dB)
Weight and Dimensions

W x D x H

480 mm x 280 mm x 44 mm

Weight

3.7 kg
Vacuum Tube Mic Preamp. 12AX7 Vacuum Tube. +48V Phantom Power, 20dB Pad. This premium tube mic/line preamp features an integrated limiter for studio, live and hard disk recording applications. It features a carefully-selected 12AX7 vacuum tube with Behringer's UTC technology for exceptional warmth and lowest noise. Using the MIC100 is a great way to eliminate the "dull" sound of standard digital recorders & sound cards. Also, it perfectly complements studio-grade condenser mics. When used as a high-end DI-box, it ensures outstanding signal integrity. Features also include a phase reverse switch, +48 V phantom power, a 20 dB pad, and balanced I/O. The heart of the Tube Untragain is an extremely low-noise microphone preamp circuitry that uses discrete components and produces a highly trans-parent sound. In combination with Behringer's tube technology, the operational amplifiers 4580 and a sophisticated circuit topology, the Tube Untragain yields excellent noise and distortion properties. The innovative UTC circuitry that has been developed by our engineering team offers an abundance of sound-shaping possibilities. Absolute musicality was Behringer's major goal when we designed the Tube Untragain. The result is a device that, thanks to our tube circuitry, lends an incredible punch to percussion instruments. On the other hand, instruments that are rich in upper harmonics will receive more transparency. The sound will be warm, detailed and brilliant. Technical Description Specifications XLR input Connector: Balanced/unbalanced Type: Transformerless, DC-decoupled input Impedance: Approx. 2 kOhms Maximum input level: +7 dBu / 20 dB with pad 1/4 in. TRS input Connector: Balanced/unbalanced Type: Transformerless, DC-decoupled input Impedance: Approx. 1 MOhms Maximum input level: +16 dBu / 20 dB with pad Audio outputs Connectors: XLR and 1/4 in. TRS connector balanced/unbalanced Type: Transformerless, DC-decoupled output Impedance: Approx. 700 Ohms balanced Approx. 350 Ohms unbalanced Maximum output level: Approx. +26 dBu @ 100 k§? System Frequency Response Mic input:

Applications

Console input extending for both Digital and Analog mixing
consoles in Studio, Live and Broadcast
Mic Pre-amps for ADAT/ Hard Disk/ Multitrack Recording
 
Innovation
If you love your compact Digital (or Analog) mixing console, but wish it had
more microphone inputs, ARX has the solution ? the 8 Pre: eight channels
of superb sounding Microphone Pre-amps in a compact 1 RU chassis.
The 8 Pre is the ideal console extender for those times when you need more
microphone inputs. Now you can put those unused line inputs to good use,
and who knows - the 8 Pre pre-amps sound so good that you?ll probably end
up using them all the time instead of the ones that came with your mixer!
Superb Audio Quality
The 8 Pre?s ultra low noise figures come from extensive use of premium
components plus care and attention to board design and layout. The result is
superb, transparent audio quality and the headroom to handle anything that a
mic can throw at it.
Gain is adjustable from 20 db through to 60 dB via a trim control on the front
panel, plus we?ve included a ?20dB Pad switch to tame the hottest condenser
mic output if required. The Clip status LED lights up 1 dB before the onset of
clipping, just to warn you you?re getting close.Phantom power is switchable in
banks of four channels: 1 through 4, 5 through 8. A Phase reverse switch is also
provided on each pre-amp channel to eliminate any close miking problems.
In short, the ARX 8 Pre is the mic Pre-amp that you?ll wish the console manufacturer
had used. It provides a unique solution to today?s multiple Mic Pre-amp requirements.

T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
Input Gain 20dB to 60dB
Input Pad ?20dB
Input Impedance 4 KOhm
Input Headroom +23dB
Output Impedance 300 Ohm
Output Level (Max) +23dB
Frequency Response 20Hz ? 20KHz ±0.2 dB
Signal to Noise ratio (Gain set @ 20 dB)
?93dB Unweighted, ?99dB ?A? weighted
Distortion @ Unity Gain .004%, 20 Hz ? 10 KHz
Dynamic Range 116 dB
Phantom Power 48 VDC
Input Connectors Balanced XLR
Output Connectors Balanced TRS jack
Clip Indicator Illuminates 1 dB prior to clipping
Power Requirements 100/120 V AC, 220/240 V AC
Weight 5 lbs/2.2 Kg
Dimensions 19“W x 1?“H x 6“D, 482 x 44 x 155mm

Designed for high-definition field production environments, the studio-quality MP-1 is an ideal line-driver for critical radio, television, and film applications.

The MP-1 is extremely durable and easy to use. With rugged mechanical and electrical construction and high-quality components it will provide years of superb audio performance under the most punishing field conditions.

MP-1 Key Features
  • Superb audio specifications
  • 66 dB of gain, in eleven discrete steps
  • Transformer-balanced input and output
  • Phantom power - 48 volt or 12 volt
  • High pass filter @  80 Hz or 160 Hz, 6 dB/octave
  • Limiter makes unit virtually "unclippable“
  • High current line output drive
  • Excellent immunity to RF interference.
  • Battery power (two x AA)
  • Durable mechanical construction

 

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