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Charisma

Charisma

Specifications

Input & output stages

Instrumentation amplifier, electronically balanced 
(differential) transformerless
Jack type

Neutrik TRS 

Nominal input level

+6dB 

Input impedance

= 220 kOhms 

Output impedance

< 600 Ohms

Max. input level

+24dBu

Reference level

variable (Drive)

Minimum load ohms

600 Ohms

Hard bypass switch

yes

Measurements

Frequency Response

30 Hz - 40 kHz
(40 kHz = -3 dB)

CCMR 

-87 dBu @100 Hz

(common mode rejection)

-80 dBu @1 kHz
-75 dBu @15 kHz

THD & N 

0,41% @1 kHz

(total harmonic distortion & noise)

K2 max. 35%

S/N  CCIR 468-2

-89dBu 

Power Supply

Toroidal transformer

50 VA

Fuse

1000 mA (230V/50Hz)
800 mA (115V/60Hz)

Ground lift switch

yes

Voltage selector

yes

Dimensions

Housing

Standard EIA 19"/2U 
482 x 44 x 237mm

Weight

4 kg

Subject to change without notice.

Summary of Contents for Charisma 9527

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual SOUND PERFORMANCE LAB 8 channel Tube Processor Model 9527 Charisma Charisma...

Page 2: ...L be liable for any damages inclu ding loss of data lost profits cost of cover or other special incidental consequential or indirect damages arising from the use of the unit however caused and on any...

Page 3: ...with my thanks to all our staff who created what is to be described here The importance of their exceptional qualification and talents cannot be overestimated A very special thank you goes to Manfred...

Page 4: ...nal stand out in a busy mix CHARISMA also helps you to place vocals in a densed playback by maintai ning their presence We will start with general safety hints followed by the connections on the rear...

Page 5: ...e method to operate CHARISMA unbalanced is to use mono jack plugs for the jack connectors CHARISMA also offers you a solution to drive your digital 8 track system with high quality balancing Sadly eno...

Page 6: ...enerate their typical sound and harmonical structure The MAX LED indicates that the processing has reached its maximum position Now the tube is fully saturated and the typical limiting effect occurs I...

Page 7: ...Use a peak meter to set the OUTPUT level correctly If you insert the CHARISMA on your console or patchbay without having control over the peak level you will end up with less peak level although the...

Page 8: ...hear the CHARISMA process much more intense with sinewave like layer sounds When processing these sounds the PROCESS LED should illuminate rarely When processing squarewave like transient sounds you c...

Page 9: ...Acoustic guitars benefit from the CHARISMA effect with improved transparency and clarity yet the recorded instrument retains the same liveliness and character as the original Electronic basses become...

Page 10: ...60 Hz by means of a recessed slide switch on the rear panel The rear panel ground lift switch may be used where ground loops are causing hum problems When the GND LIFT switch is set to off the circuit...

Page 11: ...evel variable Drive Minimum load ohms 600 Ohms Hard bypass switch yes Measurements Frequency Response 30 Hz 40 kHz 40 kHz 3 dB CCMR 87 dBu 100 Hz common mode rejection 80 dBu 1 kHz 75 dBu 15 kHz THD N...

Page 12: ...the designated authorized SPL warranty repair facility in the country where purchased or to the SPL factory in Germany in the original packaging or a replacement supplied by SPL with all trans portat...

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