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CONTROLS & INDICATORS

 INPUT CONTROL

The Input Control sets the amount of input gain of the Tube MP Studio.
Turn the control clockwise to increase gain and counterclockwise to
decrease gain. You may control two ranges of gain with this control,
+26 to +60dB and +6 to +40dB. Selection of the gain range is made
with the +20dB gain switch.

 +20DB GAIN SWITCH

Use the +20dB Gain Switch to set the gain range of the input control.
When the switch is out, the Tube MP Studio operates in Normal mode.
Depressing the switch adds 20dB of gain. This mode is indicated by
the labeling in red and corresponds directly to the input control’s red
gain range labeling. For microphone applications, where more gain is
needed, push the switch in. For hot line level inputs, set the switch in
the out position.

 PHANTOM POWER +48V SWITCH

The Tube MP Studio can power any microphone n48 volts DC
Phantom power. Phantom power is supplied to pins 2 and 3 of the XLR
Input jack when this switch is depressed. The Tube MP Studio slowly
applies and removes the +48volts, to prevent damage to microphones.

Be sure to turn down or mute the output of the Tube MP Studio when
engaging or disengaging Phantom power. Additionally, when
disengaging, allow 30 to 45 seconds for the power to completely
discharge. Most microphones will make a sound like air leaking from a
tire when Phantom power is disconnected, but some can make some
very nasty low rumbles and whines as well.

Summary of Contents for Tube MP Studio

Page 1: ...Indicators 4 Input Control 4 20 dB Gain Switch 4 Phantom Power 48V Switch 4 Phase Reverse Switch 5 OPL Peak Limiter Switch 5 Power Clip Limit LED 6 VU Meter 6 Output Control 6 Connections 7 Input Jac...

Page 2: ...ecisely control output peaks and analog VU metering to aid in setting and maintaining proper signal levels The Tube MP Studio can be used in a wide variety of applications including recording project...

Page 3: ...ed to comply with the required electrical specifications Only use the adapter that came with the Tube MP Studio If the adapter becomes lost or damaged contact ART Customer Service for replacement If y...

Page 4: ...l s red gain range labeling For microphone applications where more gain is needed push the switch in For hot line level inputs set the switch in the out position PHANTOM POWER 48V SWITCH The Tube MP S...

Page 5: ...shifted sound In some cases it may sound as if an instrument disappears if it happens to be 180 degrees out of phase Depressing the Phase switch can remedy this In general if your sound is thin or ou...

Page 6: ...e meter represents 6dBu at the output jack and 12dBu at the XLR output jack Besides showing the average analog level it is sensitive to attack transients When not using OPL the VU Meter is a great ind...

Page 7: ...input and as such can furnish Phantom Power when needed It can handle up to 14 dBu signals which is the hottest signal you would get out of any microphone For even hotter input signals you should use...

Page 8: ...ne to an instrument amp simultaneously a ground loop may be the problem To remedy this problem disconnect the ground wire pin 1 from the XLR cable plugged into the Tube MP Studio s output This interru...

Page 9: ...nd card The Tube MP Studio is ideal for use as a DI box Plug the instrument into either input and use the XLR or or both outputs to connect to your recorder board or PA system Because of its low noise...

Page 10: ...sions This warranty does not apply in the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs This warranty is void if the serial number is altered defaced or...

Page 11: ...urn Authorization number or questions regarding technical assistance or repairs Customer Service hours are 9 00 AM to 5 30 PM Eastern Time Monday through Friday 4 Pack the unit in its original carton...

Page 12: ...al to 44dB typical XLR to 54dB typical to XLR 50dB typical Equivalent Input Noise EIN XLR to XLR 129dBu A weighted to 105dBu A weighted Tube Type 12AX7A Dual Triode Hand Selected Power Requirements US...

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